Introduction

Welcome to our French language course designed for school going students. Whether you are a beginner or looking to advance your skills, our curriculum is tailored to help you achieve fluency and gain a deep understanding of French culture and literature.

Course Overview

• Introduction to French
• Basic Grammar and Vocabulary
• Everyday Activities
• Culture and Civilization
• Advanced Grammar and Vocabulary
• Pronouns and Prepositions
• Describing People and Places
• Everyday Communication
• Cultural Insights
• Complex Grammar and Vocabulary
• Subjunctive Mood
• Advanced Communication Skills
• Literature and Media
• French History and Society
• Mastery of Tenses
• Advanced Pronouns and Conjunctions
• Formal Writing
• Literature and Analysis
• Cultural and Intercultural Understanding

Course Features

• Interactive Lessons: Engaging and interactive lessons designed to enhance learning through multimedia resources.
• Experienced Instructors: Learn from qualified and experienced instructors who are passionate about teaching French.
• Comprehensive Materials: Access to textbooks, workbooks, and supplementary reading materials.
• Cultural Exposure: Deep dive into French culture with dedicated units on French art, music, history, and contemporary society.
• Assessment and Feedback: Regular assessments and constructive feedback to help you track your progress and improve.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Communicate effectively in French in various contexts.
• Understand and use complex grammatical structures.
• Read and comprehend French literature and media.
• Appreciate French culture and its global influence.
• Write essays, formal letters, and other texts in French.

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Ignite Your Child’s Passion for French

Are you looking for a fun and educational activity for your child this summer? Our Summer French Language Crash Course is the perfect opportunity for kids to dive into a new language and culture! Designed for children aged 6-12, our immersive program offers a vibrant and engaging environment where learning French is a blast!

Why Choose Our Crash Course?

• Fun and Interactive Learning

Our course is packed with interactive activities that make learning French enjoyable. From games and songs to crafts and storytelling, we ensure that every lesson is a new adventure in language and culture.

• Experienced and Passionate Instructors

Our team of skilled instructors brings a wealth of experience and a passion for teaching. They create a supportive and encouraging atmosphere that fosters a love for learning French.

• Small Class Sizes

With our small class sizes, each child receives personalized attention, ensuring that they can progress at their own pace and get the most out of every lesson.

• Cultural Immersion

Learning a language is about more than just words. Our program includes cultural immersion activities such as cooking French cuisine, exploring French art and history, and celebrating French holidays and traditions.

Course Structure

• Week 1: Basics of French Language: Greetings, numbers, colors, and simple phrases.
• Week 2: Everyday Vocabulary: Food, family, school, and hobbies.
• Week 3: Grammar and Sentence Building: Basic grammar rules, constructing sentences.
• Week 4: Conversational French: Role-playing, dialogues, and real-life scenarios.
• Week 5: Cultural Exploration: French history, geography, and cultural activities.
• Week 6: Review and Celebration: Fun review activities and a mini French celebration party.

What Your Child Will Gain

• Language Skills: A solid foundation in basic French, with the ability to understand and use simple phrases and sentences.
• Confidence: Improved confidence in speaking and understanding a new language.
• Cultural Awareness: An appreciation for French culture and traditions.
• Social Skills: New friendships and enhanced social interaction through group activities.

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Discover the Beauty of the French Language and Culture

Are you ready to enhance your language skills and immerse yourself in the elegance of French? Our Summer French Language Crash Course for Adults is designed to help you achieve fluency in a short period. Whether you are a beginner or looking to brush up on your French, our program offers a comprehensive and engaging approach to mastering the language.

Why Enroll in Our French Language Crash Course?

• Tailored for Adult Learners

Our course is specifically designed for adults, with a focus on practical usage and real-life scenarios. We understand the unique needs and learning styles of adult students, ensuring a rewarding and efficient learning experience.

• Experienced Instructors

Our team of professional and passionate instructors are experts in teaching French to adults. They bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven methodology that guarantees progress and confidence in your language skills.

• Interactive and Engaging

Our lessons are interactive and engaging, combining traditional teaching methods with modern techniques. Expect a dynamic mix of speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities that make learning French enjoyable and effective.

• Cultural Immersion

Language learning goes together with cultural understanding. Our course includes cultural immersion activities, such as French cuisine workshops, film screenings, and discussions about French history and traditions.

Course Structure

• Week 1: Foundations of French: Basic grammar, pronunciation, and essential vocabulary.
• Week 2: Everyday French: Common phrases, conversations, and situational dialogues.
• Week 3: Advanced Vocabulary and Grammar: Expanding vocabulary, complex sentences, and grammar nuances.
• Week 4: Conversational Fluency: Intensive speaking practice, listening comprehension, and interactive discussions.
• Week 5: French in Context: Business French, travel scenarios, and cultural contexts.
• Week 6: Review and Cultural Integration: Review sessions, cultural activities, and a final assessment.

What You Will Achieve

• Fluency: Develop the ability to converse in French with confidence.
• Practical Skills: Gain practical language skills applicable in various real-life situations.
• Cultural Appreciation: Deepen your understanding of French culture, enhancing your overall language experience.
• Networking: Connect with fellow language enthusiasts and expand your social and professional network.

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Course Objective

• Equip corporate professionals with basic French communication skills.
• Provide essential business vocabulary and phrases.
• Enhance cultural awareness for effective interaction with French-speaking clients and partners.

Week 1: Introduction to French

Session 1: Basics of French

• Alphabet and Pronunciation
• French alphabet
• Key pronunciation rules
• Greetings and Introductions
• Basic greetings (Bonjour, Bonsoir)
• Introducing oneself and others

Session 2: Essential Grammar and Vocabulary

• Common Nouns and Articles
• Gender (masculine, feminine)
• Definite and indefinite articles
• Basic Verbs and Present Tense
• Être (to be), Avoir (to have), Aller (to go), Faire (to do/make)
• Conjugation of regular verbs in the present tense

Session 3: Everyday Conversations

• Numbers, Dates, and Time
• Counting, telling the time, days of the week, months
• Basic Questions and Responses**
• Common questions (e.g., How are you? What is your name?)
• Simple responses

Week 2: Business Communication Essentials

Session 4: Professional Introductions

• Introducing Your Role and Company
• Job titles and company descriptions
• Formal vs. Informal Speech
• Use of “tu” and “vous”

Session 5: Meetings and Presentations

• Setting Up Meetings
• Vocabulary for scheduling and confirming meetings
• Presentation Phrases
• Starting a presentation, introducing topics, summarizing points

Session 6: Telephonic and Email Communication

• Telephone Etiquette
• Answering calls, transferring calls, taking messages
• Writing Emails
• Structure of a formal email, common phrases, salutations, and closings

Week 3: Navigating Business Situations

Session 7: Negotiations and Agreements

• Key Phrases for Negotiations
• Agreeing, disagreeing, making suggestions
• Contracts and Agreements Vocabulary
• Common terms and phrases

Session 8: Business Travel and Dining

• Travel Arrangements
• Booking flights, hotels, transportation
• Dining Etiquette
• Making reservations, ordering food, understanding menu items

Session 9: Cultural Understanding

• French Business Etiquette
• Greetings, dress code, meeting manners
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Understanding cultural nuances and avoiding faux pas

Week 4: Practical Application and Wrap-Up

Session 10: Role-Playing Scenarios

• Mock Business Meetings
• Practicing introductions, presentations, and discussions
• Telephone and Email Exercises**
• Simulated phone calls and email writing tasks

Session 11: Review and Q&A

• Review of Key Concepts
• Grammar, vocabulary, and common phrases
• Question and Answer Session
• Addressing specific queries and clarifications

Session 12: Final Assessment and Feedback

• Oral and Written Assessment
• Short presentation and written test
• Course Feedback and Evaluation
• Gathering feedback to improve future sessions

Course Materials

• Handouts and Worksheets: Covering vocabulary, grammar rules, and conversation practice.
• Audio-Visual Aids: Video tutorials, audio recordings for pronunciation practice.
• Interactive Online Resources: Access to language learning apps and websites for additional practice.

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DELF (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française) Prim is an official French language diploma awarded by the French Ministry of Education, specifically designed for children aged 7 to 12. The DELF Prim tests are divided into three levels, corresponding to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR): A1.1, A1, and A2. Here is a breakdown of the course content for each level:

DELF Prim A1.1

Listening

• Understand simple instructions and phrases related to familiar contexts (e.g., school, family, daily routines).
• Recognize basic expressions and common words, especially when accompanied by visual support.

Speaking

• Respond to simple questions about personal information (name, age, family).
• Participate in short, simple interactions on familiar topics using set phrases and basic sentences.

Reading

• Identify and understand common signs and notices in everyday situations.
• Read short, simple texts related to familiar contexts and demonstrate comprehension through matching exercises and multiple-choice questions.

Writing

• Complete simple forms with personal information.
• Write short sentences or fill in gaps in sentences using familiar vocabulary and structures.

DELF Prim A1

Listening

• Understand basic questions and instructions related to everyday activities and familiar topics.
• Follow the gist of simple conversations and descriptions, especially with visual aids.

Speaking

• Provide basic information about oneself and one’s immediate environment (e.g., family, school, hobbies).
• Engage in short conversations, asking and answering questions in simple terms.

Reading

• Read and understand short, simple texts on familiar topics, such as descriptions, lists, and instructions.
• Demonstrate comprehension through matching, true/false, and short-answer questions.

Writing

• Write simple sentences about personal experiences and familiar topics.
• Fill out forms and write short notes or messages using basic vocabulary and structures.

DELF Prim A2

Listening

• Understand simple instructions and announcements in clear, slow speech.
• Follow the main points of short, straightforward conversations on familiar topics.

Speaking

• Give descriptions of personal experiences, daily routines, and immediate environment.
• Participate in simple dialogues, expressing likes, dislikes, and basic opinions.

Reading

• Read and comprehend short, simple texts, such as letters, postcards, and stories about familiar subjects.
• Answer comprehension questions that involve finding specific information and understanding the general meaning of texts.

Writing

• Write short texts, such as personal letters, diary entries, or descriptions of events, using connected sentences.
• Complete more complex forms and write brief messages with appropriate language and structure.

General Skills Developed Across All Levels

• Vocabulary: Focus on basic, everyday vocabulary related to the child’s personal environment, school, leisure activities, and common situations.
• Grammar: Simple grammatical structures appropriate to each level, including present tense conjugations, basic sentence structures, and elementary usage of adjectives, prepositions, and conjunctions.
• Pronunciation: Clear, comprehensible pronunciation of common words and phrases.
• Cultural Awareness: Introduction to aspects of French culture, including customs, holidays, and everyday life, to enhance understanding and appreciation of the language.

Pedagogical Approach

• Interactive Activities: Use of songs, games, and interactive exercises to make learning engaging and fun.
• Visual Aids: Extensive use of pictures, flashcards, and videos to support comprehension and retention.
• Role-playing and Simulations: Practical speaking activities that simulate real-life scenarios to develop communication skills.
• Progressive Learning: Gradual increase in complexity and difficulty to match the learner’s growing proficiency and confidence in using the language.

Assessment

• Continuous Assessment: Regular evaluations through quizzes, oral presentations, and written assignments.
• Mock Exams: Practice tests modelled after the DELF Prim exam format to prepare students for the official test.
• Feedback and Support: Constructive feedback and additional support to address individual learning needs and challenges.

By following this structured approach, children can develop a solid foundation in French and prepare effectively for the DELF Prim exams.

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DELF Junior (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française pour jeunes) is designed for teenagers, generally aged 12 to 17. It follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and includes levels A1, A2, B1, and B2. Here is an overview of the course content for each level:

DELF Junior A1
Listening

• Understand basic phrases and instructions related to personal and immediate surroundings.
• Follow simple, clear conversations on familiar topics (e.g., introductions, daily activities).

Speaking

• Introduce oneself and others using simple phrases and sentences.
• Ask and answer questions about personal details, such as where one lives, people one knows, and things one has.

Reading

• Read and comprehend simple sentences and texts about familiar topics.
• Understand basic written instructions and notices.

Writing

• Write simple sentences and fill out forms with personal information.
• Compose short texts such as postcards or messages about oneself and one’s immediate environment.

DELF Junior A2

Listening

• Understand phrases and common expressions related to areas of immediate relevance (e.g., basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography).
• Grasp the main idea in short, clear messages and announcements.

Speaking

• Engage in simple conversations on familiar topics.
• Describe in simple terms aspects of one’s background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need.

Reading

• Read short, simple texts and find specific, predictable information in everyday material (e.g., advertisements, prospectuses, menus, timetables).
• Understand short, simple personal letters.

Writing

• Write short, simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate need.
• Compose simple personal letters and paragraphs about familiar topics.

DELF Junior B1

Listening

• Understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
• Comprehend the main point of many radio or TV programs on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.

Speaking

• Deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where the language is spoken.
• Produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
• Describe experiences, events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

Reading

• Understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency every day or job-related language.
• Comprehend descriptions of events, feelings, and wishes in personal letters.

Writing

• Write simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
• Compose personal letters describing experiences and impressions.

DELF Junior B2

Listening

• Understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar.
• Comprehend most TV news and current affairs programs and the majority of films in standard dialect.

Speaking

• Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
• Produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

Reading

• Read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints.
• Understand contemporary literary prose.

Writing

• Write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to one’s interests.
• Write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view.
• Compose letters highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences.

General Skills Developed Across All Levels

• Vocabulary: Progressive enrichment of vocabulary from basic everyday terms to more complex and specialized terms.
• Grammar: Development of grammatical accuracy, moving from simple structures (present tense, basic sentence structures) to more complex ones (subjunctive mood, compound tenses, subordinate clauses).
• Pronunciation: Improved pronunciation and intonation appropriate to each level.
• Cultural Awareness: Enhanced understanding of Francophone cultures, including traditions, customs, social issues, and everyday life.

Pedagogical Approach

• Interactive Activities: Use of role-plays, discussions, and interactive exercises to practice language skills.
• Multimedia Resources: Incorporation of videos, songs, and online resources to aid comprehension and engagement.
• Practical Applications: Tasks that simulate real-life scenarios, such as traveling, shopping, or discussing hobbies and interests.
• Incremental Learning: Gradual increase in difficulty to ensure a smooth progression from one level to the next.

Assessment

• Regular Assessments: Quizzes, oral presentations, and written assignments to monitor progress.
• Mock Exams: Practice exams to familiarize students with the DELF format and expectations.
• Personalized Feedback: Constructive feedback to address individual strengths and areas for improvement.

By following this comprehensive curriculum, students can build a solid foundation in French and prepare effectively for the DELF Junior exams.

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DELF (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française) Tout Public is official French language certification awarded by the French Ministry of Education. It is designed for adult learners and follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The DELF exam includes levels A1, A2, B1, and B2, Here is an overview of the course content for each level:

DELF A1
Listening

• Understand familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.
• Recognize and understand instructions and basic information in simple conversations.

Speaking

• Use simple phrases and sentences to describe where you live and people you know.
• Ask and answer questions about personal details, such as where you live, people you know, and things you have.

Reading

• Read and understand familiar names, words, and very simple sentences, for example on notices and posters or in catalogues.

Writing

• Write a short, simple postcard, for example sending holiday greetings.
• Fill in forms with personal details, such as entering a name, nationality, and address on a hotel registration form.

DELF A2
Listening

• Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment).
• Catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.

Speaking

• Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities.
• Use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms your family and other people, living conditions, your educational background, and your present or most recent job.

Reading

• Read very short, simple texts.
• Find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus, and timetables.

Writing

• Write short, simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate need.
• Write a very simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something.

DELF B1
Listening

• Understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
• Understand the main point of many radio or TV programs on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.

Speaking

• Deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken.
• Produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
• Describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions, and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

Reading

• Understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or job-related language.
• Understand the description of events, feelings, and wishes in personal letters.

Writing

• Write simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
• Write personal letters describing experiences and impressions.

DELF B2
Listening

• Understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar.
• Understand most TV news and current affairs programs.

Speaking

• Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
• Present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to your field of interest.

Reading

• Read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints.
• Understand contemporary literary prose.

Writing

• Write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to your interests.
• Write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view.

Assessment

• Regular Assessments: Frequent quizzes, oral presentations, and written assignments to monitor progress.
• Mock Exams: Practice exams to familiarize students with the DELF/DALF format and expectations.
• Personalized Feedback: Detailed feedback to address individual strengths and areas for improvement.

This structured approach ensures that learners can develop their French language skills progressively and effectively, preparing them thoroughly for the DELF exams.

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