French 1 Syllabus
Room 345 3rd period prep
Course Description, Course Goals & Objectives
Learning a foreign language is an effective way to stimulate and increase cognitive strength. It has the potential to
open doors to discovering new cultures, meeting new people, and approaching problem solving from new
perspectives.
The focus of French 1 class is to provide students with a solid foundation of French vocabulary, grammar, basic
conversational skills and culture. All these elements are important for success in subsequent French classes. The
students will be learning French via a variety of methods. We will develop French proficiency skills in listening,
speaking, reading and writing. Students should make it a habit to practice and review the materials covered in
class on a nightly basis for optimal language acquisition. Our goal for French 1 is for students to have the skills
necessary to communicate effectively at the ACTFL Novice-mid level in the French language by the end of the
school year. https://www.actfl.org/sites/default/files/pdfs/public/ACTFLProficiencyGuidelines2012_FINAL.pdf
Course Schedule
Grading Period Topics Structures Semester Project
Greetings Verb conjugations Who Am I
Semester Describing Self Forming questions
School Life Negating verbs
1 Adjective agreement
Sept 4 – Jan 27
Family Life Irregular verbs To be determined
Semester Food Verbs in near future
Hobbies and Interests Usage of prepositions
2
Jan 29 – June 18
Required Texts, Material and Resources
a sturdy folder and paper dedicated to French
a pencil, eraser, pen, highlighter
charged laptop with access to internet to access online textbook, EntreCulture 1
Course Expectations and Grading
There are two major components for grading in the World Language Department, Process and Assessment.
1. Process: Class Participation, Homework, Citizenship and Collaboration
Class participation objectives:
Be attentive, on task and think critically
Speak in French as much as possible
Be prepared with necessary materials
Be on time and present unless there is an excused reason
Be an active participant in our class community both in and out of school
Homework purpose:
The beginning stages of language acquisition is a process of learning new words and how to apply them.
This requires regular practice and exposure to the new language. As a result, regular homework will be
assigned with the objective of providing exercises to help you use the French presented in the curriculum.
Citizenship and Collaboration expectations:
Be respectful of people and their property.
Demonstrate good character by being honest, dependable and give back to the community.
Work positively and equally with others to achieve a common goal.
2. Assessments: Projects, Tests and Quizzes to assess proficiency in reading, listening, writing, speaking under
the Novice-mid ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines
Your assessments will reflect what you can do with the subject matter studied in class.
Assessments may cover one or all four language skill categories.
Assessments may be individual or in groups.
Grading Breakdown (May change for Semester 2)
Category Weight Scale
Process: 15% 10 9 7 6 5
Exceeds Meets Approaching Below Incomplete
Assessments: 85% A 93-100% B+ 87-89% B- 80-82% C 73-76% I 0-69%
A- 92-90% B 83-86% C+ 77-79% C- 70-72%
Makeup & Late Work
If you miss an assignment, activity or assessment, you should check in with me within two days of your absence to
schedule makeup work. If your absence is pre-arranged, you must arrange makeup work prior to your absence.
Points will be deducted for late or missed assignments.
Teacher Support
Please do not hesitate to email or message me via Schoology with any concerns or questions. If you are struggling
to finish an assignment, contact me prior to the due date so we can work it out. I will be available during small
group times before and after classes if you let me know you plan to attend.
Academic Integrity
If you use computer translators to complete any assignment, it is not your own original and thoughtful work;
therefore, you will receive a 0.
French Class Syllabus
Agreement
Please open the link below to fill out the online French Class Syllabus Agreement Form.
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=WNEx1HRgMkiHg1Hqb23SJx-o0-
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Thank you! I look forward to a wonderful school year despite the circumstances.
