Progression Successful completion of this course can lead to studying N4/5 Drama in S4. FRENCH Course Aims To extend knowledge about French language and culture. To develop the four language skills of Reading, Listening, Talking and Writing. This course will provide the basis for further progression towards a National Certificate 3, 4 or 5 in French in S4. Course Outline During this course students will examine different aspects of life in French speaking countries. Throughout year, the focus will be on the following topics within the contexts of society and culture. Media (film, television and internet) Holidays Customs and celebrations Lifestyles and relationships In all topics students will practise and extend the four language skills. Homework Homework will be expected once or twice a week and will focus on practising and consolidating the four language skills and extending vocabulary. An A4 folder, dividers and a French dictionary will be required by all students studying this course. SKILLS Talking; listening; reading; writing; working and interacting with others; using and managing resources; following instructions; analysing information; using a bilingual dictionary; using ICT; labelling; transferring information; evaluating; appreciating other cultures; creating; making and delivering a presentation; reflecting; investigating; planning; organising information. Assessment Pupils will be assessed in key skill areas by means of self-evaluation, peer and teacher assessment in preparation for possible future National assessments. Progression National 3/4/5 and Higher will be available in the Senior Phase.
Progression Successful completion of this course can lead to studying N4/5 Drama in S4. FRENCH Course Aims To extend knowledge about French language and culture. To develop the four language skills of Reading, Listening, Talking and Writing. This course will provide the basis for further progression towards a National Certificate 3, 4 or 5 in French in S4. Course Outline During this course students will examine different aspects of life in French speaking countries. Throughout year, the focus will be on the following topics within the contexts of society and culture. Media (film, television and internet) Holidays Customs and celebrations Lifestyles and relationships In all topics students will practise and extend the four language skills. Homework Homework will be expected once or twice a week and will focus on practising and consolidating the four language skills and extending vocabulary. An A4 folder, dividers and a French dictionary will be required by all students studying this course. SKILLS Talking; listening; reading; writing; working and interacting with others; using and managing resources; following instructions; analysing information; using a bilingual dictionary; using ICT; labelling; transferring information; evaluating; appreciating other cultures; creating; making and delivering a presentation; reflecting; investigating; planning; organising information. Assessment Pupils will be assessed in key skill areas by means of self-evaluation, peer and teacher assessment in preparation for possible future National assessments. Progression National 3/4/5 and Higher will be available in the Senior Phase.