Modern Languages and Cultures |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | ADVANCED FRENCH 8 | ||
Code | FREN208 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr K Chadwick Modern Languages and Cultures Kay.Chadwick@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Co-requisite modules: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
4 |
26 |
30 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Exam There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 2 hours | 60 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Oral Test / Presentation There is a resit opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 15 minutes | 20 | ||||
Grammar Test There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 50 minutes | 20 |
Aims |
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To provide students with enhanced competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking in French, building on the skills acquired in the year two, first semester language module; To provide students with a greater understanding of the grammar, syntax and idioms of French; To gain confidence when dealing with practical situations during their year abroad; To explore aspects of the French Education systems, French culture, topical issues and changes affecting French society; To further increase students' confidence in the manipulation of language; To develop further translation and interpreting skills; To provide students with basic research skills in the target language; To give students' an understanding of different registers and dialects of French; To develop students' language learning strategy use and a reflective approach towards language learning |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) At the end of this module students should be able to improve their language skills and be able to cope with longer, more difficult texts and videos, express themselves more fluently and accurately in French. |
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(LO2) Apply the rules of syntax and grammar in their written work, using a wider range of lexis and idioms. |
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(LO3) Identify the differences between France and Britain in relation to accommodation, banking system, health system, transports, administration |
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(LO4) Understand the French Education system and the issues affecting secondary and higher education in France. |
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(LO5) Select important information in a document and reformulate the main ideas in a report. |
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(LO6) Demonstrate an understanding of the structures, lexis, registers of the target language and apply the understanding when translating in and out of French. |
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(LO7) Apply research skills and produce well structured essays and presentations. |
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(LO8) Recognise the various registers of French, use them in appropriate situations. Identify different dialects of French. |
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(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual): foreign language skills |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written |
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(S3) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness |
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(S4) Information skills - Information accessing:[Locating relevant information] [Identifying and evaluating |
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(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Report writing |
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(S6) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral |
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(S7) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills) |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Seminar |
Syllabus |
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The syllabus can be found in the module handbook which can be accessed through VITAL. At the beginning of the semester students will have access via VITAL to a dossier of material which will inform the activities over the twelve weeks. The subjects of the dossiers reflect cultural differences between France and the UK, practical preparation for the Year Abroad. Throughout the semester there is also the opportunity to meet individually with the native speaker for pronunciation guidance. Grammar topics are adverbs, adjectives, comparatives, numerals and quantifiers. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |