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Module Specifications

Archived Version 2015 - 2016

Module Title
Module Code
School
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

INACTIVE - This module sets the level A2 from the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) as its minimum exit level. It aims to enable students to develop lifelong language learning strategies, consolidate language competence and increase fluency in spoken and written interaction through French, as well as acquire awareness and knowledge of some aspects of contemporary France and the Francophone world. In addition, students develop valuable transferable skills such as team work, communication and presentation skills through a variety of class activities and assignments.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate language awareness and accuracy with the knowledge of key grammatical structures and vocabulary appropriate for this level.
2. Identify the main points from a wide range of authentic audiovisual resources in French.
3. Describe in French, orally and in writing, using the relevant grammatical structures and vocabulary, an experience, situation or procedure, with a level of clarity and fluency appropriate for this level.
4. Perform a simple and effective group oral Powerpoint presentation in French.
5. Demonstrate the ability to use on line language resources in an autonomous manner.
6. Reflect upon and communicate to others his/her language learning experience and outcomes.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Tutorial	24	Small group language classes and task-based class activities
Online activity	24	Completing prescribed language learning activities on Moodle
Independent Study	20	Interaction with native speakers, reading and listening to authentic material
Group work	25	Preparation of class presentation on a chosen topic and related class activities
Assignment Completion	24	Language learning diary
Independent Study	8	Research resources
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Format
The course is conducted through French. Classroom sessions are interactive and learner-centered. Students are expected to attend and contribute to all sessions. They are also expected to engage in online language learning activities on a regular basis.

Syllabus
The syllabus focuses on increasing the language fluency and accuracy as well as covering a variety of cultural aspects through a range of tasks, class activities and group projects.

Class activities
Students will be asked to work in pairs/groups and complete a variety of language assignments/tasks. These can include but are not limited to:role-plays, interviews, mini-dialogues, language and cultural quizzes, cloze-tests, grammar exercises, written and audiovisual comprehension exercises, group presentations based on short specific projects (e.g. organising and describing a trip to France, preparing and describing a cooking recipe, presenting a review of a French film, describing an aspect of student life in DCU to a French speaking audience, etc.)

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	%	Examination Weight	%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

0: Core textbook, if required, will be specified by the lecturer at the beginning of the semester.,

Other Resources

None

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