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French 1
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This course teaches basic vocabulary and grammar typically taught in a secondary level French 1 class, and encourages students to build basic conversational and literacy skills in French through speaking, listening, reading and writing activities. The content and instruction in this French 1 course adheres to the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). By completing the lessons, students learn to expand their vocabulary and to express themselves in French. Grammar is introduced and practiced within practical contexts. In addition, cultural information is woven throughout this course in order to expose students to the people, geographical locations, food, music and other cultural aspects of the French-speaking world.
In French 1, students will learn how to greet people, say their names, talk about school supplies, their families, and tell time; they will be able to talk about activities they do, describe their homes and where they live, and be able to use basic food vocabulary when out to eat. Grammar/verb usage is focused on saying things in the present tense.