Advanced(B2)
3 hours per week for 10 weeks Starting September 18, 2023
At Online via Zoom
Time Slots
About this Class
Our core language classes will reinforce your French through speaking, writing and comprehension activities while providing insights into Francophone culture. Our teachers and curriculum use cutting-edge methods and resources to augment your skills and boost your confidence in French. With a focus on conversational French and active student participation using videos and interactive exercises, you will master the finer aspects of the French language.
Level B1-5 required or equivalent. In preparation for CECR: B2
Required textbook: Please note that this class will use a new textbook: Edito B2 - You will cover units 4, 5 & 6: p. 55 - 100.
Content you will cover in Unit 4:
"Être connecté ou ne pas être"
Learn How ToWrite a letter to raise awareness about digital illiteracy; Discuss the use of emojis; Express disapproval of the overexposure of children on social networks; Give your opinion on cyberaddiction.
Grammar
Expressing cause and consequence ; Indirect speech in the past tense; Declarative verbs.
Society and Culture
Representing one's culture (Ivory Coast); The new emojis.
Vocabulary Digital communication. Phonetics
Intonation.
Content you will cover in Unit 5:
Histoire au passé et au présent
Learn How ToExpress your opinion on free education; Write a complaint e-mail to your management; Participate in a work meeting.
Grammar
Expressing the aim; Expressing the hypothesis.
Society and Culture
From Congo to Alberta; The Haitians of Montreal; From Burkina Faso to Paris; Rebuilding historical monuments.
Vocabulary History ; Numbers, figures, quantities.
Pronunciation
Intonation.
Content you will cover in Unit 6:
Lever l’ancre
Learn How ToExpress expectations about a trip; Describe a natural site; Create a multilingual tourist brochure; Express one's ability to participate in a sports expedition.
Grammar
Referring to a place; Comparing with nuance.
Society and Culture
Telling a story of adventure; Solo crossing of the Atlantic (Canada).
Vocabulary Geography; Outdoor activities.
Pronunciation
Intonation.