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
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

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
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

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

(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.

(LO2) Apply the rules of syntax and grammar in their written work, using a wider range of lexis and idioms.

(LO3) Identify the differences between France and Britain in relation to accommodation, banking system, health system, transports, administration

(LO4) Understand the French Education system and the issues affecting secondary and higher education in France.

(LO5) Select important information in a document and reformulate the main ideas in a report.

(LO6) Demonstrate an understanding of the structures, lexis, registers of the target language and apply the understanding when translating in and out of French.

(LO7) Apply research skills and produce well structured essays and presentations.

(LO8) Recognise the various registers of French, use them in appropriate situations. Identify different dialects of French.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual): foreign language skills

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S3) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness

(S4) Information skills - Information accessing:[Locating relevant information] [Identifying and evaluating

(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Report writing

(S6) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral

(S7) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills)


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Fortnightly grammar lectures in weeks one, three, seven, and nine.
Attendance Recorded: No

Teaching Method 2 - Seminar
Description: The seminars consist of two weekly language classes, hour one being focused on reading and writing skills, hour two on listening and speaking skills. Additionally, there is a fortnightly oral class in weeks two, four, six, eight, 10 and 12.
Attendance Recorded: Yes


Syllabus

 

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

Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.