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Course Description Course Name : Communicating French I Course Code : YDF107 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : InstructorDr. HELENE BAYARD ÇAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Uunderstands daily/simple dialogues at work, at school,and on holiday. Understands current events or appreciated tv-radio programmes. Participates in familiar,appreciated or curent dialogues similtanously Explains ideas,plans,reasons;transfers intrigue in a book or film and explains reactions. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The aim of this course is to make students reach the level A2-B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages regarding listening and speaking skills in French. Course Contents : Listening and speaking activities concerning narrative and facts. Language of Instruction : French Work Place : Classrooms   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Various newspaper news; Text: ”Faits divers” Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 2 Violence at school; Text: “Un collège en grève contre la violence” Collection of material on the subject and reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 3 Nutrition habits of youth; Text: “Au resto-U de Lorient” Collection of material on the subject reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 4 Problems encountered during education (housing, nutrition, financial problems, etc.); Text: “Choisir un lieu de vie” Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 5 Women and business life; Text: “La femme au foyer” Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 6 Protecting the environment; Text: “Protéger l’environnement” Collection of material on the subject reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 7 Mid-term exam 8 Harmful effects of smoking; Text: “Espace non-fumeurs” Collection of material on the subject reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 9 Various events Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 10 Natural Disasters 1 Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 11 Natural Disasters 2 Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 12 The university, leisure Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorm, question and answer, creativity, homework 13 The media and internet Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 14 Wishes and regrets Collection of material on the subject, reading resources Lecture, discussion, brainstorming, question and answer, creativity, homework 15 Review 16/17 Exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s) Required Course Material(s)  http://www.rfi.fr/lffr/statiques/accueil_apprendre.asp http://www.radiofrance.fr/ http://www.tv5.org/ http://info.francetelevisions.fr/   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 75     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 25 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Understands the characterictics of the development of students at primary and secondary schools 0 2 Defines basic terms and principles of linguistics, French linguistics and foreign language education. 2 3 Evaluates French teaching and related developments from different aspects by using scientific methods and techniques. 0 4 Describes the cultural factors that may affect French teaching comparatively 3 5 Describes the field and funtions of French as a foreign language. 3 6 Describes the methods of scientific data production in foreign langıage education 0 7 Describes the French Language Education Programme and the methods, strategies and techniques used within this programme. 0 8 Describes the applications related to active communication with students. 0 9 Uses appropriate methods and techniques for the development of students´ creative thinking and problem solving skills. 0 10 Plans teaching and learning process considering individual differences and subject fields. 0 11 Uses information Technologies effectively in both teaching planning and learning process. 0 12 Uses methods and techniques efficiently required for student centered education considering students´ individual and cultural differences. 2 13 Observes students´ progress by using different assessment and evaluation methods and techniques. 0 14 Takesresponsibility individually or within a group to solve problems confronted in French language. 4 15 Becomes a sensitive citizen towards school, society and world problems. 5 16 Evaluates gathered information with a critical attitude by obtaining self-learning skills. 3 17 Has a good communication with his/her students, collegues, school management and families. 0 18 Uses information and communication technologies related to French language education effectively. 0 19 Thinks about proficiency in French teaching and attempt for continuous development. 0 20 Analyzes by following latest innovations in the field of French language education in his/her close environment, country and the world. 2 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 13 4 52     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 13 2 26 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 14 14     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 112 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.48 ECTS Credit: 4