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 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH 5+6, YEAR 2
Code FREN256
Coordinator Dr E Morin
Modern Languages and Cultures
emeline.morin@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2020-21 Level 5 FHEQ First Semester 15

Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements):

FREN134 ELEMENTARY FRENCH 3+4, YEAR 1 

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   44

        44
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 106
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Timed, written exam. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment.      40       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Listeningtest There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply.  40 minutes    20       
Continuous tests / coursework. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment.      40       

Aims

Develop further all the skills necessary to communicate confidently and effectively in spoken and written French, including reading and listening competences;

Consolidate existing knowledge of French language while learning more complex structures;

Enable students to develop further language learning strategies and fosters a reflective approach as well as the ability to work collaboratively and independently;

Encourage students to explore aspects of contemporary French culture and to reflect on some current French issues in preparation for the Year Abroad.


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 / audio documents, express themselves more fluently and accurately in French.

(LO2) Communicate more effectively in the target language in a wider variety of contexts.

(LO3) Demonstrate a deeper knowledge and understanding of the culture and linguistic contexts of the country of the target language.

(LO4) Demonstrate an increased understanding of the structures, lexis, registers of the target language and apply these to improve writing and speaking skills.

(LO5) Apply research skills and produce well-structured essays and presentations.

(LO6) Recognise the various registers of French, use them in appropriate situations.

(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 information sources]

(S5) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Seminar
Description: The seminars consist of three hours per week general language teaching (grammar, reading, writing and speaking), one hour per week listening practice (in the language laboratory).
Attendance Recorded: Yes


Syllabus

 

Topics include:

Francophone culture;

Music;

Art;

Travels;

Social media;

Traditions;

Grammar.

The detailed content can be found in the textbook and workbook: Entre Nous 3 The detailed Syllabus is to be found in the Module Handbook, which can be accessed through VITAL. Each student is issued with a Weekly Schedule at the beginning of the Semester.


Recommended Texts

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