Department: French
Name of course: Early French Immersion Language Arts 120
Name of teacher: M. Caissie
Course Description:
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Early F.I. Language Arts 110

This course follows the same general pattern as the grade 11 course and continues to emphasize vocabulary and oral expression, literature, grammar, written expression and composition, and culture.

Texts: Objectifs, Le petit prince, Le naufragé, L'étranger, Les filles de Caleb and various readings

Assessment Methods:
1. Participation 10% (oral communication & expression)

Students will be expected to participate verbally in class discussions in French at all times.

2. Tests 25% (tests & presentations)

Major projects & tests will be announced well in advance.

3. Classwork 25% (assignments, quizzes, homework checks)

Shorter assignments & quizzes will require less notice. Homework checks will be done on a random basis.

4. Final Project 10% (oral expression - last week of classes)

5. Final Exam 30% (oral comprehension, written comprehension & written expression - see exam schedule)

Teaching Methods:
1. Group work and individual assignments
2. Oral presentations including public speaking (art oratoire)
3. Teacher-led discussions & explanations