French Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners

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If you want to learn to speak French, our French classes are ideal for adult learners to enjoy a practical and social experience while you learn French language and culture. Learn French the smart way with French courses at CCE, the University of Sydney.

Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

This beginner’s course is ideal for preparing for travel or work commitments, as participants learn the basics of the language. Grammatical and phonological elements are introduced as learners start working on French speaking, oral comprehension, reading and writing skills. No prior knowledge of the language is required.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants should be able to:

1. Introduce themselves.
2. Spell their name and recite the alphabet.
3. Identify the language(s) they speak and their citizenship.
4. Identify the names of countries.
5. Identify a number, plus count up to 99.
6. Say hello and goodbye.
7. Address someone formally or informally.
8. Give personal information (phone, email, postal address).
9. Ask someone for his / her details.
10. Talk about their passion(s), their dream(s).

Content

This course covers the following topics:

• Greetings (welcome and farewell)
• Numbers from 0 – 99
• Alphabet
• Name of countries
• Gender of country names
• Preposition with countries
• Communicating in class
• Introduction to verb conjugations: regular verbs (-er)
• Introduction to reflexive verbs: s’appeler
• Irregular verbs: être, avoir - present tense
• Definite and indefinite articles
• Negative
• Possessive adjectives
• Vocabulary for topics: “countries”, "calendar"
• Phonetic: accentuation on the last syllabus, alphabet, numbers, verbs (-er/ present tense)

Intended Audience

Suitable for beginner A1 level students. No prior knowledge of the language is required.

Delivery Style

This course is delivered as a series of interactive workshops where active participation is encouraged. Each session is conducted in a friendly and relaxed classroom setting.

Prescribed Text

Alter Ego Plus 1 A1 Livre d’Eleve & CD-ROM by Annie Berthet, ISBN 9782011558107.

Alter Ego Plus 1 A1 Cahier d’Activites & Audio CD by Annie Berthet, ISBN 9782011558114.

Based on Dossiers 0-1 of the above text. The text is used for activities and forms the basis for consolidation and practice between meetings.

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Please Note

Selected Language and Culture courses that teach spoken language may include use of language immersion (course instruction in the selected language) as part of the training strategy.