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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	French Language 3(Intermediate)
Module Code	FR130
School	SALIS
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	10
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module sets the level B.1.1 from the Common European Framework of Reference as its minimum exit level. It aims to introduce students to lifelong language learning strategies and to develop their capacity to communicate with peers in a social and/or academic context. It thus aims to develop their confidence and competence in spoken and written interaction through the medium of French, as well as their comprehension skills, while also increasing learner autonomy.

Learning Outcomes

1. Express personal opinions in written form using suitable language register and structures.
2. Demonstrate aural listening skills relevant to the themes studied in class through a selection of authentic video material.
3. Perform effective oral presentations supported by good quality audiovisual aids.
4. Demonstrate language awareness and accuracy with the knowledge of key grammatical structures and vocabulary appropriate for this level.
5. Identify key ideas and terms in a variety of authentic texts.
6. Show the ability to work autonomously and reflect on the language learning process.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	72	Interactive seminar
Independent learning time	178	On-line learning, preparation of assignments, homework etc.
Total Workload: 250

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Indicative Content and Learning Activities.
Format.The course is conducted through French. Classroom sessions are interactive and learner-centered. Students are expected to attend and contribute to all sessions. They are also expected to engage in online language learning activities on a regular basis.Syllabus.The syllabus focuses on increasing the language fluency and accuracy as well as covering a variety of cultural aspects through a range of tasks, class activities and group projects.Class activities.Students will be asked to work in pairs/groups and complete a variety of language assignments/tasks. These can include but are not limited to: role-plays, interviews, mini-dialogues, language and cultural quizzes, cloze-tests, grammar exercises, written and audiovisual comprehension exercises, group presentations based on short specific projects (e.g. organising and describing a trip to France, presenting a review of a French film, describing an aspect of student life in DCU to a French speaking audience, etc.)..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	60%	Examination Weight	40%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Oral presentations	Group and individual project	20%	Sem 2 End
In Class Test	Grammar and civilisation test	20%	Week 12
Reflective journal	Individual reflective language learning journal in French	20%	Sem 1 End

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

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Programme or List of Programmes

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ALIS

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