English and Moderns Department Ascension of Our Lord Secondary School Course Code: FSF 3U1 Course Name: Grade Eleven French Level: Grade Eleven University Course Description: This course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of reading and writing skills and to reinforce oral communication skills. Students will gain a greater understanding of French-speaking cultures in Canada and around the world through their reading of a variety of materials, including a short novel or a play. Students will produce various written assignments, including a formal essay. The use of correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course. Overall Course Expectations or Strands: respond in a variety of ways to a range of media works and spoken texts; express ideas and opinions in self-directed conversations and discussions; make oral presentations on a variety of topics; use correct grammar and appropriate language conventions during oral communication activities. read and demonstrate an understanding of a range of literary and informational texts; apply critical thinking as they read (e.g., analyse information, go beyond the surface meaning, question the point of view presented); expand their understanding of francophone culture around the world through their reading; identify and understand language conventions used in their reading materials. create written texts expressing their ideas and opinions for a variety of audiences; write in a variety of forms, adjusting the language to suit the purpose and the audience; use correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in their written work. Expectations of the Ontario Catholic School Graduate: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. A discerning believer formed in the Catholic Faith community who celebrates the signs and sacred mystery of God’s presence through word, sacrament, prayer, forgiveness, reflection and moral living. An effective communicator who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of gospel values. A reflective, creative and holistic thinker who solves problems and makes responsible decisions with an informed moral conscience for the common good. A self-directed self, responsible, lifelong learner who develops and demonstrates their God-given potential. A collaborative contributor who finds meaning, dignity and vocation in work which respects the rights of all and contributes to the common good. A caring family member who attends to family, school, parish, and the wider community. A responsible citizen who gives witness to Catholic social teaching by promoting peace, justice and the sacredness of human life. Efforts will be made to meet the individual learning needs of students to promote student success with respect to meeting the expectations of this course. My signature below indicates that I have read the Course Handout, and I am in agreement with its contents. Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________ Date: _______________ Student Signature: ________________________________ Date: _______________ Units of study: Unit Unit Unit Unit Unit 1 2 3 4 5 : : : : : Resources: The course will use a variety of resources which will be distributed to students during the first week of the course. The text and all other resources assigned to each student are the responsibility of the student. There is a replacement fee of $60 for loss or damages. Voyages Le monde qui bouge Les visages de l’amour L’imagination Carrieres Resources for this course include: Destinations 5 Anthologie 11e Bescherelle (verb conjugation book) French/English Dictionary Pens, pencils, paper, etc. Culminating Summative Tasks will be administered towards the end of the course and will be weighted at 30% of the final mark. These tasks are specifically itemized below. All timelines as stated are approximate. Evaluation Policies 1. Student marks will be determined by evaluating process & product according to 4 categories (see below) & 4 levels of the Achievement Chart as found in the Ministry Policy document for English. Evaluation Structure: Knowledge/Understanding Application Communication Thinking/Inquiry 25% 25% 25% 25% Term Evaluations = 70% of the final mark. Final Evaluation = 30% of the final mark. Final Evaluations will include: (final exam = 20% & CPT = 10%) 2. Feedback will also be provided for student learning skills. Working independently, teamwork, organization, work habits/homework, and initiative are assessed apart from student achievement in the four categories outlined above and will conform to the coding: E – Excellent G – Good S – Satisfactory N - Needs Improvement 3. Assignments submitted after the due date established by the teacher will receive a penalty in accord with our Board Assessment & Evaluation Policy Document as outlined in the student agenda. 4. Should a student miss an evaluation due to a legitimate absence, in accord with our Board A&E Policy Document, the student and teacher will make arrangements to address the missed evaluation in a timely manner. In the cases of extended vacation or prolonged absence, consultation with the appropriate administrator is required. 5. In the event that the student does not make up the missed evaluation(s), a zero may be assigned. If it is determined that the evaluation(s) has/have been missed as a result of a skip/truancy or has/have been plagiarized, a zero may be assigned. 6. For all other cases of absence and/or missed evaluations (including absence during the final examination period), please refer to our Board A&E Policy as outlined in the student agenda. May God bless your efforts this semester!