French Language and Culture 1

This course offers students the opportunity to take up or continue with a foreign language from beginner’s level. The course will also enhance understanding of the cultural and contextual environment of the target language. (CEFR A1.1)

1. Begin to understand familiar words and very basic phrases concerning personal information, immediate surroundings when people speak slowly and clearly

2. Begin to read and comprehend familiar names, words, notices and simple sentences

3. Begin to speak and interact in a simple way, ask and answer basic questions in areas of immediate need and on familiar topics

4. Begin to write short, elementary texts, complete easy forms

5. Begin to appreciate elements of French culture for comparison and contrast