French 2 Syllabus
Mme Barton
Room 305
Marie.Barton@mercerislandschools.org
Course Description
French 2 students will reinforce and expand upon their knowledge of the vocabulary and grammar
skills acquired in French 1. We will use the text books Bon Voyage Level 1 and 2 and all accompanying
materials. Students will be provided opportunities to continue to develop all four basic skills of
language learning: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Class emphasis will be on communication,
and students are expected to be active participants. In addition, French culture and other Francophone
cultures will be introduced through authentic materials and projects.
Units
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2.
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Review of topics covered in French 1
Transportation
Sports
Seasonal Activities
Daily Routines
Cultural Arts
Health and Illnesses
Technology
Fairy Tales
Required Materials
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students book/workbook - Bon Voyage Level 2 Workbook (purchase at ASB office)
three ring binder dedicated to French with dividers
notebook paper
a pencil, pen, and red pen
access to the internet (links to French related sites are available via my school web page)
iPad should be brought to class daily
Grading Criteria
Your grades will reflect your proficiency in writing, speaking, reading, listening, cultural learning, and
participation.
Writing 15%
Reading 15%
Speaking 15%
Listening Comprehension 15%
Projects/Presentations 20%
Participation/Preparation 20%
Class participation will be graded on the following criteria:
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stay attentive and on task
speak French as much as possible
be prepared with necessary materials
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volunteer regularly and be an active member of activities and discussions
contribute positively to the group by being respectful and supportive of others
which includes not being disruptive
attend class regularly and arrive on time
clean up after yourself and respect school property
ask questions to increase your learning
do NOT be afraid to make mistakes and take risks
Homework
Homework will be assigned regularly. Doing your homework ensures that you are interacting with the
language on a daily basis and that you understand the material. Learning language is a process of
building on existing knowledge thus skipping homework assignments will make consequent ones more
difficult. Homework is due when you walk into my class. You will NOT receive credit for homework
finished in class unless otherwise stated. All homework on paper should be completed so that it is
legible and include a proper heading:
Last name in caps, French name:
JANDOT, Anne
Assignment:
Page 213, ex. A and B
Date:
le 7 sept. 2011 or 07.09.12
Period:
classe 2
Homework will also be sent via Dropbox, so each student will have to sign up for an account.
*If you use computer translators to complete any assignment, it is not your original work; therefore,
you will receive a 0 for that assignment.
Assessments
Assessments will be given regularly. They will focus on specific topics as well as skill/s (writing,
reading, listening, speaking). There will be a cumulative, final at the end of each semester.
Make-up Work
All make-up work must be arranged within two days of an absence. A student is allowed two days for
each excused absence to make up missed work. It is the student’s responsibility to schedule a time
to do so. If the student does not do so within two days of his/her return or is a no show for the
scheduled make-up time, a 0 will be recorded for the missed work. If a student has a planned
absence the day before a previously announced assignment, quiz or exam, the student will be expected
to turn in the assignment or take the quiz/exam with the class. I do not offer extra credit assignments.
Grading Scale
93 – 100
90 – 92
87 – 89
83 – 86
A
AB+
B
80 – 82
77 – 79
73 – 76
70 - 72
BC+
C
C-
69 – 60
59 – 0
D
F
*ELECTRONIC DEVICES SHOULD BE USED ONLY WITH MY PERMISSION DURING CLASS.
French 2 Syllabus Agreement
Mme Barton
Period: ___________
I/We, ______________________________________________________________________, and our child,
(parent)
_____________________________________________________________________, have read, understand and accept the
(student)
classroom expectations as outlined in the French 2 Syllabus.
Parent signature
__________________________________________________
Date __________________
Student signature __________________________________________________
Date __________________
French 2 Syllabus Agreement
Mme Barton
Period: ___________
I/We, ______________________________________________________________________, and our child,
(parent)
_____________________________________________________________________, have read, understand and accept the
(student)
classroom expectations as outlined in the French 2 Syllabus.
Parent signature
__________________________________________________
Date __________________
Student signature __________________________________________________
Date __________________