BREMEN DISTRICT 228 CURRICULUM
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Course:
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World Language
Combined Level Honors French 4/5/AP
June, 2011
HONORS FRENCH 4/5/AP SYLLABUS
Instructor: Mrs. McKeigue
2011-2012
School Year:
Time: __7th________________________
Course Number: 540,550,560
Course Title: Combined Level Honors French 4/5/AP
Course Description:
The Combined Level Honors French 4/5/AP curriculum builds on the knowledge and
skills in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing that form the basis for
the beginning and beginning/intermediate French curricula. This course is
specifically designed to meet the needs of students in these advanced levels of French.
The student will solidify his command of knowledge already learned, integrate new
materials, and begin to use the language more spontaneously with more variety and
individual style. There will be expanded opportunity for each student to express
himself in less structured language activities.
Course Enduring Understandings:
The learner will understand that the ability to use multiple tenses will enable
him to more effectively communicate along a timeline.
The learner will understand that acquiring a broader range of vocabulary will
enhance his communication.
The learner will understand that language and culture are inseparable.
The learner will understand that communicating in the target language is
essential to second language acquisition.
The learner will realize that knowledge of the target language will enable them
to appreciate literature written in the language.
The learner will assume the responsibility of keeping abreast of current events
in the French-speaking world. The learner will avail himself of internet
resources to improve listening and reading comprehension skills and further
his study of history and culture.
Course Credit: 1 credit
Level: Grades 11-12 Honors
Prerequisite: Successful completion of levels 1, 2, 3 (and 4) with a grade of “C” or
better.
Areas of Study:
The intermediate student will continue to grow in the language development areas of
listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Language development will revolve around
the themes of Global Challenges, Contemporary Life, Science and Technology,
Beauty and Esthetics, Personal and Public Identities, and Families and Communities.
Speaking, reading, writing, and listening activities will be used to augment language
acquisition.
Textbook:
En Bonne Forme, Renaud et van Hooff
Supplementary Materials:
En Bonne Forme Workbook
Reader Selected by Teacher
Un Coup d’Oeil Sur La France by Coulanges and Daniel
Preparing for the French Language and Culture Exam by
Ladd and Giraud (AP only)
Internet Resources
Vision Statement:
Our vision is to lead students toward foreign language proficiency by focusing on
speaking, listening, reading, writing, and culture in order to develop both wellrounded and globally-minded critical thinkers.
Timeline:
First Quarter:
En Bonne Forme, Chapters 1,2
Teacher Selected Readings (online and print)
AP Practice Workbook activities (AP only)
Film: Argent de Poche
Second Quarter:
Third Quarter:
En Bonne Forme, Chapters 3,4
Teacher Selected Readings (online and print)
Presentations on Social Networking and Dating
AP Practice Workbook activities (AP only)
En Bonne Forme, Chapters 6, 10
Teacher Selected Readings (online and print)
Presentations on Advances in Health
Commercial/AD Project
Fourth Quarter:
AP Workbook Activities
Research and Presentation on Singers
Research Projects on Pioneers from the French-speaking world
Teacher Selected Readings (online and print)
Attendance:
Due to the nature of this course, regular attendance is essential
for success. All policies regarding absences will be addressed as
stated in the Parent/Student Handbook.
Tardies:
Tardy penalties are as stated in the Parent/Student Handbook.
Grading:
The grading scale will be decided by grade average or by total points
earned each nine weeks. The following will be the grading scale:
100 - 90% = A
89 - 80% = B
79 - 70% = C
69 - 60% = D
59 - 0% = E