LA1PF4-IWLP French 4

Module Provider: Languages and Cultures
Number of credits: 20 [10 ECTS credits]
Level:4
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring / Summer module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites: LA1PF3 IWLP French 3 or equivalent
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded: FR1L3 Advanced French Language I and FR2L4 Advanced French Language II and FR3L6 Advanced French Language III and FR3LMB French Language for Management & Business II and FR3L6C Advanced French Language III and LA1PF1 IWLP French 1 and LA1PF2 IWLP French 2 and LA1PF3 IWLP French 3 and LA1PF5 IWLP French 5
Current from: 2023/4

Module Convenor: Ms Anne Nobio
Email: a.nobio@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

The module is intended for students with an entry level of CEF (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) B1. On successful completion of the course students will have achieved CEF B1+/B2. This module aims to provide students with the opportunity to gain confidence in the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, in order to develop their ability to interact with native speakers of French. They will gain precision and accuracy in expressing themselves in and understanding oral and written French, concentrating on its communicative use in a variety of situations.

This module is taught at level 4 of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications. Reading University allows students from any year to take this module. Students will identify and use relevant understanding, methods and skills to address problems that are well defined but complex and non- routine. In language learning this means acquiring knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, developing strategies for learning and practising the language in the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking, in order to communicate within defined situations while developing tools to enable students to respond to unexpected events. Students will exercise autonomy and judgement by developing independent learning skills. They will gain understanding of different perspectives and cultural differences in approaching a variety of situations.

Support is given and adjustments are made for students with disabilities. However, IWLP language modules are communicative in nature and students are required to work in small groups.  Also, students should be aware that spelling, grammar and sentence structure are assessed. In this respect the IWLP assessment is exempted from the University’s requirement to take specific learning difficulties into account when marking.  For queries, contact iwlp@reading.ac.uk.

Aims:

This module aims to enable students to:

• Communicate in French by speaking at an intermediate/post intermediate level about a selection of topics


• Understand and interact adequately with native speakers


• Recognise and use a range of French vocabulary as required, and start to obtain a range of synonyms to enable them to communicate


• Read and understand texts and articles on a variety of topics and be able to discuss them


• Achieve competence in the use of the most important grammatical structures of the language for their level in both speaking and writing


• Communicate in French in writing about a selection of defined everyday topics and within a defined range of genres, including report writing.


• Research, construct and put forward an argument in a professional way.

Assessable learning outcomes:

By the end of the module students will be able to:

• Communicate in French by speaking at an intermediate/post intermediate level about a selection of topics


• Understand and interact adequately with native speakers


• Use a range of French vocabulary as required, and start to obtain a range of synonyms to enable them to communicate


• Read and understand texts and articles on a variety of topics and be able to discuss them


• Achieve competence in the use of the most important grammatical structures of the language for their level in both speaking and writing


• Communicate in French in writing about a selection of defined everyday topics and within a defined range of genres, including report writing.


• Research, construct and put forward an argument in a professional way.

Additional outcomes:

Students will be involved in regular group discussions and pair work and will gain experience of presenting ideas orally and working collaboratively. Students will make progress through developing skills of self-study and application and will develop a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to a foreign culture. 

They will gain in confidence throughout the course and will feel increasingly able to interact naturally with sympathetic native speakers in countries where French is spoken.

Outline content:

Students will develop their ability:

• to discuss topics of both personal and wider interest;


• to express their opinions orally and in writing;


• to interact effectively with native speakers in a social and practical context;


• to extract information from a standard spoken or written text.

Global context:

IWLP language modules provide students with opportunities for intercultural learning, increased intercultural awareness and an appreciation of diversity which enable learners to make connections between their immediate context and the global context.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

3 hours of classes per week will focus on all four skills, with emphasis on oral/aural development,. Teaching methods are based on interactive language development tasks, including group work, oral development work and listening comprehension exercises. Learning activities are supported by various media, including audio, and where appropriate, online resources. The module is taught, as far as possible, in the target language.

Summative assessment- Examinations:

Final written exam (Reading and Writing ) 35% (2 hours).

The examination for this module will require a narrowly defined time window and is likely to be held in a dedicated exam venue.

Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:

Autumn term week 10: Project -?Oral conversation?15% (15 minutes)? 

Spring term week 5: Project: Written report 10% (350-400 words)?? 

Spring term week 11: In class test: Listening test 15% (1 hour)?? 

Summer term week 1-3:?Oral exam 25%?(maximum 30 minutes)?

Formative assessment methods:
In order to consolidate and develop their language learning, students are encouraged to complete regular tasks $£ in class and outside $£ on which feedback is provided.

Penalties for late submission:

Assessment requirements for a pass:
Min. 40% overall for UG students, 50% overall for PGT students.

Reassessment arrangements:

Re-sit in August/September examinations period on basis of examination only (relative percentages: oral examination 40%, written paper 60%).

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):

1. Required text books: Students are required to buy the course book (approx. £25-30)


2. Specialist equipment or materials:


3. Specialist clothing, footwear or headgear:


4. Printing and binding:


5. Computers and devices with a particular specification:


6. Travel, accommodation and subsistence:

Last updated: 30 March 2023