Français AP/CC Overview

FRENCH AP1, AP2, C&C

COURSE #346 & 348 & 344
FULL YEAR; 5.0 CREDITS

Usually taken in grades 11 or 12

Prerequisites: AP requires a B in French 4H, or teacher recommendation.

AP2 requires a B in AP or teacher recommendation. C&C requires a C or teacher recommendation.

 

In the advanced level, students continue to refine and extend their knowledge and proficiency in all skill areas through an even wider variety of activities. They can function in almost any context including many complex situations that deal with concepts of broader cultural significance. These concepts include social issues in the target culture and abstract ideas concerning art, literature, politics and society.

Readings upon which discussion is based include the work of prominent francophone authors as well as current articles from magazines, journals and newspapers. Language skills and cultural knowledge are enhanced by the use of Internet, and audio and video programs. Varied methods such as group work, paired work, and direct instruction are used to help all students develop community proficiency. Among the goals of this course is to prepare interested students for the French Language Advanced Placement Exam.

Evaluation is based on participation, homework, and performance on oral, aural and written tasks and projects.

Note: In years when there is not sufficient enrollment to have an AP2 section, students may be assigned the same section as AP students. Most of the readings and activities of the course alternate from year to year, so that there is little repetition of content. AP2 students are help to a higher standard of evaluation in essays and speaking work, and may be asked to do alternate or additional assignments.

Also: C&C students will focus on francophone culture and conversation. Students will receive differentiated instruction and assessments as needed.