Advanced Studies In French Language Structure Iv

1. Engage in successful discussions in French.
2. Participate effectively in symposiums and debates.
3. Summarize events, films, and news reports.
4. Narrate experiences with appropriate vocabulary and expressions.
5. Write letters and essays in French.
6. Prepare and present short speeches.

13 weeks, about 53 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1:

   • Unit 1: Faire un Dialogue au Téléphone · 2 hours

     Study telephone dialogue techniques, focusing on greetings and common phrases.. Practice initiating and responding to phone calls in French..

   • Unit 2: Faire une Conversation · 2 hours

     Learn the principles of conversation and practice sharing ideas on a specific topic.. Participate in a mock conversation, focusing on clear and communicative expression..

2. Week 2Module 1:

   • Unit 3: Prendre la Parole Lors d'un Symposium · 3 hours

     Prepare and present a short speech for a symposium, focusing on clear articulation and persuasive language.. Analyze sample symposium topics and develop a structured presentation..

   • Unit 4: Prendre la Parole Lors d'un Debat · 2 hours

     Learn techniques for participating in a debate, focusing on arguing for or against a specific viewpoint.. Practice debating a topic, using persuasive language and logical reasoning..

3. Week 3Module 1:

   • Unit 5: Resumer un Discours · 4 hours

     Practice summarizing a speech, identifying the main idea and key points.. Analyze sample speeches and create concise summaries..

4. Week 4Module 2:

   • Unit 1: Préparer un Exposé · 4 hours

     Learn how to prepare and deliver an exposé, focusing on detailed explanation and clear presentation.. Practice presenting an exposé on a chosen topic, using visual aids and engaging the audience..

5. Week 5Module 2:

   • Unit 2: Temoigner d'un Fait Divers · 4 hours

     Practice narrating a fait divers, focusing on factual details and clear storytelling.. Analyze sample faits divers and create your own narratives..

6. Week 6Module 2:

   • Unit 3: Faire la Critique d'un Film · 4 hours

     Learn how to critique a film, focusing on summarizing the plot, analyzing characters, and expressing your opinion.. Watch a film and write a critical review, using appropriate vocabulary and analytical skills..

7. Week 7Module 2:

   • Unit 4: Présenter un Journal Télévisé · 4 hours

     Practice presenting a journal télévisé, focusing on clear pronunciation and concise reporting.. Analyze sample news broadcasts and create your own news segments..

8. Week 8Module 2:

   • Unit 5: Mode D'emploi de la Ponctuation et de L'accentuation · 4 hours

     Study the rules of punctuation and accentuation in French.. Practice using punctuation and accents correctly in written exercises..

9. Week 9Module 3:

   • Unit 1: Comprehension de Texte · 4 hours

     Improve reading comprehension skills by analyzing a variety of texts.. Answer comprehension questions based on the texts, focusing on complete and grammatically correct sentences..

10. Week 10Module 3:

    • Unit 2: Rediger un Recit · 4 hours

      Learn how to write a récit, focusing on chronological order and descriptive details.. Write a récit based on a personal experience, using appropriate vocabulary and narrative techniques..

11. Week 11Module 3:

    • Unit 3: Composer un Essai Descriptif ou Narratif · 4 hours

      Practice composing a descriptive or narrative essay, focusing on clear organization and engaging language.. Write an essay on a chosen topic, using descriptive or narrative techniques..

12. Week 12Module 3:

    • Unit 4: Composer un Essai Argumentatif · 4 hours

      Learn how to compose an argumentative essay, focusing on presenting both sides of an issue and supporting your arguments with evidence.. Write an argumentative essay on a chosen topic, using logical reasoning and persuasive language..

13. Week 13Module 3:

    • Unit 5: Faire le Résumé d'un Texte · 4 hours

      Practice summarizing a text, identifying the main ideas and key points.. Analyze sample texts and create concise summaries..