Events

The underlying purpose of the ABQ French Senior course is to extend teaching skills and knowledge of French as a Second Language in the senior division program. At least one half of the course concentrates on subject-specific content.

Topics include:

• understanding and applying to practice the learning theories and methodologies specific to French (Second Language) in the senior division
• employing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for the adolescent learner’s learning style, for both individual and group learning experiences in the senior division
• understanding, devising and employing a variety of assessment and evaluation instruments appropriate to the developmental stages of students and in the delivery of the curriculum in the senior division
• developing an awareness of local and global contexts for language and how languages are used in various contexts and for various purposes
• considering how French (Second Language) can impact on the lives and learning of adolescent learners
• having awareness of information technology appropriate for students in French (Second Language)
• analyzing classroom practice to ensure opportunities for students to develop a commitment to French (Second Language) and an understanding of the importance of francophone culture in Canada and around the world.
• understanding the impact of a positive classroom community on student behaviour and learning in French (Second Language)