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class
schedule
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lécole
française
1714 W. Belmont
773.857.1322
Bienvenue chez vous
Chers Amis et Étudiants de l’École Française,
We are honored to announce that we have recently moved to our brand new facilities. Our new
address is 1714 W. Belmont (Belmont / Paulina).
We would love to have you come and visit our new school, meet our instructors, and get a feel
for our learning community! We are sure that you will feel right at home with us.
Many positive changes are on the way, so be
sure to sign up for one of our many classes! Our
instructors will give you the individual attention
that you deserve and will challenge you to strive
for a deeper understanding of the French
language and culture.
If you have any questions, please contact us via
email at info@lef-learn-french.com. Also, be sure
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and stay updated on our exciting events and
programs.
We are looking forward to having you be part of
l’École Française (LéF), where learning is Happiness.
À l’École Française, le bonheur, c’est d’apprendre!
Thank YOU for your loyalty and trust in our
programs! We are so grateful !
Erwan Sorel
Common European Framework
of Reference for Languages
Figuring out the level at which to learn a language
can be difficult. L’école française uses the Common
European Framework of Reference for Languages:
Learning, Teaching, Assessment (CEFR), created by
the European Council to ensure the uniformity in teaching
and assessment and to remove any uncertainty
about which level is best for you. Based on the CEFR
system and the vast and expert knowledge of our
instructors, l’école française uses the following
guidelines to place you and assess your continuous
growth here at l’école française, helping to ensure
your success and satisfaction in your learnning journey.
Each level contains a set of skill achievements that
the student should possess at the completion of the
level. By design, our classes will equip you with each
of thoses skills and ensure that each student has
reached those goals. The CEFR reference system
divides learning into three categories (Basic User,
Intermediate User, and Advanced User), which are,
in turn, divided into two sublevels (A1 and A2, B1 and
B2, and C1 and C2).
For more information regarding our classes, placement
test, school policies and registration procedures,
please consult our website.
levels 1 - 4
basic
understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed
at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.
introduce him or herself and others and can ask and answer questions about
personal details such as where he or she lives, people he or she knows and things
he or she has.
interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is
prepared to help.
At the completion of these levels, the student is able to:
levels 5 - 8
understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most
immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local
geography, employment).
communicate about simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct
exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
intermediate
describe in simple terms aspects of his or her background, immediate environment
and matters in areas of immediate need.
At the completion of these levels, the student is able to: levels 9 - 14
understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly
encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where the
language is spoken.
produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give
reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
At the completion of these levels, the student is able to: levels 15-20
understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics,
including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization.
interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction
with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint
on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
At the completion of these levels, the student is able to:
levels +20
understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning.
advanced
a1
a2
b1
b2
c1
c2
At the completion of these levels, the student is able to:
express him or herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching
for expressions.
use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional
purposes.
produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing
controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning.
express him or herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching
for expressions.
use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional
purposes.
produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing
controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
a1
basic classes
winter
2016
tuition fee: $ 270 (class materials included)
regular
refresher
regular course
level 1
wednesday 7:50-9:30pm
January 13 - March 9
101a
friday
12:00-1:40pm
January 15 - March 11
101b
saturday
2:00-3:40pm
January 16 - March 12
regular
regular
saturday
2:00-3:40pm
January 16 - March 12
In this first level of French, you will learn to introduce yourself and convey
personal details such as nationality, profession, hobbies, numbers, likes and
dislikes. You will study basic grammar, the present tense of regular verbs in -ER,
the irregular verbs avoir and être, interrogative forms, definite and indefinite
articles, and of course, pronunciation! Your French journey begins here!
101c
level 2
tuesday
12:00-1:40pm
January 12 - March 8
102a
thursday
7:50-9:30pm
January 14 - March 10
for complete beginners
102b
Bienvenue à bord ... La francophonie!
In this second level of French, we will focus on booking a flight, buying an airline
ticket, purchasing items, following directions, expressing our preferences, ordering
food and talking about the weather, seasons, leisure activities, money and
international currencies. We will study the present tense of irregular verbs such
aller, -IR verbs like partir, -RE verbs such as faire, the futur proche and idiomatic
expressions with avoir. Welcome on board!
level 3
103a
Bienvenue en France!
In this third level of French, we will focus on completing a lost luggage form,
making a detailed description of a person or an object, talking about future
plans, giving orders, following instructions, and talking about past events. We will
study the imperative form, futur proche, introduction to passé composé,
demonstrative and possessive adjectives, public transportation, family, numbers,
dates and we will finally explore France, its regions and traditions…Bienvenue en
France!
refresher course levels 1, 2, 3
monday
6:00-7:40pm
January 11 - March 7
151a
saturday
2:00-3:40pm
January 16 - March 12
151b
regular
monday
6:00-7:40pm
January 11 - March 7
level 4
104a
You’ve studied French in the past but it’s been a while and you fear you’ve
forgotten more than you remember? Or you’ve taken the basic levels and you
would like to consolidate what you’ve learned? This class is designed for you.
We will review general concepts such as countries, professions, family, food,
and the weather, while revisiting basic verb tenses and grammar. You will find
our refresher courses to be, well, refreshing!
Bienvenue à Paris!
In this fourth level of French, we will focus on moving around Paris, taking
public transportation, booking a hotel room, renting a car or an apartment,
making a description of our housing, giving or asking for time and talking about
our past. We will review the present tense of irregular verbs (savoir vs connaître
,-RE verbs) and reflexive verbs such as se promener. We will study in depth the
passé composé, prepositions and adverbs of location and time…Welcome to
Paris !
5
a2
basic classes
winter
2016
tuition fee: $ 270 (class materials included)
refresher
regular
regular course
level 5
Séjour culturel à Paris !
thursday
7:50-9:30pm
January 14 - March 10
205a
saturday
4:00-5:40pm
January 16 - March 12
205b
refresher
regular course
levels 4, 5, 6
wednesday 6:00-7:40pm
January 13 - March 9
251a
regular
refresher
regular course
level 7
wednesday 6:00-7:40pm
January 13 - March 9
207a
refresher
regular
regular course
level 8
wednesday 7:50-9:30pm
January 13 - March 9
208a
Open
house
In this fifth level of French, we will focus on cultural activities in Paris: at the tourist office,
at the museum, at the opera, in a concert hall, at a stadium, at the restaurant, at a
fashion show, in a retail store… We will be able to invite someone, accept or refuse an
invitation, make a reservation at the restaurant, attend cultural or sports events, go
shopping, and talk about past events. We will review the present tense of the verbs
pouvoir, vouloir, devoir, comparisons, introduction to imparfait, direct and indirect
pronouns, interrogative and demonstrative pronouns, verbs of communication, cultural
activities and events in Paris such as arts, architecture, cinema and theatre, food and
gastronomy, music, fashion, shopping and clothes, sports, and French celebrations…
This class will prepare you to move on to the intermediate level with confidence.
We will review the present tense of irregular verbs (savoir vs. connaître, pouvoir,
vouloir, devoir) and reflexive verbs as well as the passé composé, the imparfait,
direct and indirect pronouns, and the expression of duration (depuis, pendant,
pour, etc.). You will expand your vocabulary (transportation, housing, shopping,
cultural and professional activities) while improving your pronunciation – and
having fun!
Sport et santé !
In this seventh level of French, we will focus on sports and health. Upon completion
of this level, we will be able to register and join a gym, talk about our favorite
sports, leisure activities, healthy lifestyles and food diet, make an appointment
at the doctor’s or the dentist’s, and buy prescription drugs at a local pharmacy.
We will review the imperative form, past tenses (passé composé vs imparfait),
the future simple, En and Y pronouns, and the adverbs of frequency (souvent,
toujours, jamais…).
Communication, médias et technologies
In this eighth level of French, we will focus on means of communication, social
events, the media and new technologies. Upon completion of this level, we will be
able to talk further about our social lives, explore the greatest inventions of our time,
make a detailed description of an object, ask information about computers, smart
phones and any electronic devices in general to be able to solve any technological
issues! We will review the present and past tenses (passé composé vs imparfait), the
imperative form, the future simple, the double pronoun structures (Je le lui ai dit), les
pronoms relatifs simples (qui, que, où, dont) and finally clauses of cause and goal
(grâce à, pour + infinitif).
FREE trial classes
for all levels - free admission
Wednesday, January 6
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Saturday, January 9
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Give French a try on us whether you take a class or not. Free trial classes, free
placement tests, free refreshments and snacks. For more information, contact us at
info@lef-learn-french.com. You may register online at www.lef-learn-french.com, in
person at 1714 W. Belmont or over the phone at (773)857-1322.
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b1
winter
intermediate classes 2016
tuition fee: $ 270 (class materials included)
refresher
regular
regular course
level 9
monday
7:50-9:30pm
January 11 - March 7
309a
Vie domestique et savoir-vivre
In this ninth level of French, we will focus on describing one’s house or apartment,
household chores and housework, paying bills and taxes, talking about
properties, personal belongings, animals and home activities. We will also
explore French « savoir-vivre » and good manners while reviewing the conditionnel
présent and double pronoun structures (le/lui/en/y)…
refresher
regular course
levels 7, 8, 9
monday
7:50-9:30pm
January 11 - March 7
351a
Feeling like it’s time for a review? In this class you will go beyond the basics and
cover the passé composé vs imparfait, the futur simple, the conditionnel
présent, and the pronouns y and en. You will also work on your pronunciation
and increase your vocabulary while discussing sports, health and medicine,
cosmetics and the beauty industry.
regular
refresher
regular course
level 10
thursday
6:00-7:40pm
January 14 - March 10
310a
refresher
regular
regular course
level 11
saturday 10:00-11:40am
January 16 - March 12
311a
refresher
regular course
levels 10, 11, 12
thursday
6:00-7:40pm
January 14 - March 10
351b
saturday 10:00-11:40am
January 16 - March 12
351c
refresher
regular course
levels 13, 14, 15
tuesday
6:00-7:40pm
January 12 - March 8
351d
saturday
12:00-1:40pm
January 16 - March 12
351e
Actualités, émotions et opinions !
In this tenth level of French, we will focus on one of the most challenging
concepts in French grammar, le subjonctif présent and the vocabulary of new
technologies! We will express our opinions about current events. One of the most
difficult modes in French conjugation will become your best ally! Le subjonctif
sera votre meilleur ami!
Histoire, Presse et Médias !
In this eleventh level of French, we will focus on past tenses such as passé
composé, imparfait, plus-que-parfait and voix passive! We will learn how to
write a biography, talk about history, read and discuss current events through
French newpapers and the radio. Come and voice your opinions!
In this fast-paced course you will review past and future tenses, the conditionnel
présent/passé, the subjonctif, the passif, and the pronoms relatifs simples (qui,
que, où, dont). We will also discuss topics of interest such as new technologies,
the internet, social media, and the traditional media (television, radio and the
press).
In this class you will review and become more comfortable with the basic past
tenses as well as the subjonctif, the conditionnel présent et passé, the gérondif,
and the pronoms relatifs composés. You will also discover current French words
and phrases that you never learned before!
refresher
course intermediate 1
club
conversation
regular
tuesday
10:00-11:40am
January 12 - March 8
350a
You’ve learned the basics, now it’s time to talk! This class provides a supportive
environment in which you will speak, listen, and learn. You will help choose the
topics for discussion. Through preparation and conversation, you will notice your
vocabulary and grammar improve while you share ideas and perspectives.
Come join the discussion!
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b2
winter
intermediate classes 2016
tuition fee: $ 270 (class materials included)
refresher
regular
regular course
level 15
saturday
12:00-1:40pm
January 16 - March 12
415a
refresher
regular course
levels 15, 16, 17
tuesday
7:50-9:30pm
January 12 - March 8
450a
regular
refresher
regular course
level 17
tuesday
7:50-9:30pm
January 12 - March 8
417a
Vie politique, problèmes de société et environnement NEW
Congratulations! You now have reached an intermediate II level! In this fifteenth
level of French, we will explore the French political system, discuss main social
and environmental issues. We will be discoverig new grammatical structures
such as the pronoms relatifs complexes and the infinitif présent/passé. You will
be encouraged to lose your inhibitions and voice your opinions, en français!
NEW
If you have completed the intermediate levels and would like to review and
reinforce what you’ve learned, choose this class. By means of fun exercises
and activities, we will revisit the subjonctif présent et passé; futur antérieur;
expressions of goals, cause, consequence, and concession; and other
grammatical structures you will select based on your needs. Remember, the
subjonctif is your friend!
Droit, Justice et Moralité ! NEW
In this seventeenth level of French, we will focus on French law, juridiction, criminality
and morals. We will be exploring the French legal system, human rights and the
nature of the police institution. We will discuss criminality in France and analyse
important French legal cases, practicing at the same time les relations logiques
(cause, conséquence, but et opposition) et le discours indirect.
refresher
course Intermediate 2
club
conversation
regular
thursday
12:00-1:40pm
January 12 - March 8
our next session
450b
SPRING 2016
You have learned a lot of grammar and vocabulary, but no matter how you
rack your brain, you still can’t figure out how to express certain ideas? In this
relaxed yet structured setting, we will discuss timely topics, reviewing grammar
when necessary. You will be encouraged to lose your inhibitions and voice your
opinions, reviewing the finer points of grammar and syntax allowing you to
communicate more precisely, concisely, and confidently. Say good-bye to
your old bad habits!
March 28 - June 4
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$270 class materials included
Regular language classes, specialized courses (conversation, conjugation,
comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, cinema, literature, music…), lectures
Each
and much more coming this Spring…Visit us at www.lef-learn-french.com for
more information.
Tuition is $35 per workshop.
Register for 4 workshops, get the 5th one for FREE!
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c1
winter
proficient classes
2016
tuition fee: $ 270 (class materials included)
grammaire avancée
levels 18, 19, 20+
tuesday
6:00-7:40pm
January 12 - March 8
550a
thursday
10:00-11:40am
January 14 - March 10
550b
If you have completed the intermediate II levels and would like to review and
reinforce the most complex grammatical structures that you have previously
learned, then this class is for you! By means of fun exercises and activities, we will
revisit all the tenses, expressions of goals, cause, consequence, and concession;
nominalisation, passé simple, il est vs c’est, faire vs rendre, les faux amis, and
many more grammatical structures you will select based on your needs.
Remember, French grammar is your friend!
c2
NEW
proficient classes
tuition fee: $ 270 (class materials included)
NEW
refresher
course
les
grands
prix littéraires Delphine De Vigan
regular
friday
10:00-11:40am
January 15 - March 11
650a
D’après une histoire vraie
(Prix Renaudot, 2015)
« Ce livre est le récit de ma rencontre avec L. qui est le cauchemar de tout
écrivain. Ou plutôt le genre de personne qu'un écrivain ne devrait jamais croiser. »
Dans ce roman aux allures de thriller psychologique, Delphine de Vigan raconte
l’histoire d’une amitié. Séduction, dépression et trahison sont les trois temps de ce
récit qui entraîne le lecteur dans les coulisses de la création, là où le doute, les
apparences et les faux-semblants tendent un piège redoutable. Qui est le maître
du jeu ?
Delphine de Vigan est romancière. Elle est notamment l'auteur de No et moi (Prix
des Libraires 2008, adapté au cinéma par Zabou Breitman), des Heures souterraines (2009), adapté pour Arte par Philippe Harel et de Rien ne s'oppose à la nuit
(2012, Prix Fnac, Grand prix des lectrices de Elle et Renaudot des lycéens). Ses livres
sont traduits dans le monde entier.
Book : D’après une histoire vraie (2015), Editions Broché ISBN: 978-2-7096-4852-3
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