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Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Communications and Arts

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    French (The French Way of Life)

  • Unit Code

    FRE1165

  • Year

    2015

  • Enrolment Period

    1

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    15

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

French language studies focussing on the theme "aspects de la vie quotidienne en France", observation, description and reflections on the organisation of work and leisure in France today.

Prerequisite Rule

Students must pass 1 units from FRE2202

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Conduct a conversation with one or more people on themes associated with the topic.
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of the correct usage of grammar studied in this unit through written/oral tests.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of the vocabulary associated with the topic through translation.
  4. Listen to and comprehend spoken texts drawn from the studies of the topic.
  5. Present a short discourse with appropriate fluency and grammatical accuracy to class members on selected topics.
  6. Read with fluency and a good level of comprehension texts selected for study of the topic.
  7. Use the French language with a level of skill equivalent to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Level A2+>B1 for Understanding (Listening, Reading), Speaking (Interaction + Production), Writing in the context of the theme THE FRENCH WAY OF LIFE.
  8. Write a short essay with grammatical accuracy and appropriate style on themes associated with the main topic.

Unit Content

  1. Analysis of texts will focus on organisation and presentation of thought and on correct grammar.
  2. As an introduction to a vast and complex theme, a series of contemporary issues in French society will be presented and discussed with students. Selected texts will be drawn from a variety of other sources such as newspapers and magazines.
  3. Audio material will be available for oral/aural practice to improve proficiency.
  4. Authentic spoken and written texts will be used for study when available.
  5. Conversation and oral language work will be related to the main theme.
  6. Material for study will be drawn from a number of sources, including text books, newspapers and magazines, discussion papers, specialist publications and audio-visual resources.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures will be avoided, the emphasis being on student participation and workshop-style involvement. Conversation and oral classes. Grammar study sessions. Discussions and tutorials. Language laboratory practice sessions. Audio-visual sessions. (100% French language medium).

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentWritten assignments40%
ExaminationOral and written examination60%

Text References

  • ^ Elder, D. (2011). Les pieges de la traduction francaise. [on-line] Perth: Edith Cowan University.
  • Ollivier, J., & Beaudoin, M. (2004). Grammaire francaise. Toronto: Nelson.
  • Riegel, M,. (2009). Grammaire methodique du francais. Paris: Presses universitaires de France.
  • Robertson, L. A. (Ed.). (2006). Collins Pocket Verb Tables. Glasgow: HarperCollins.
  • Robert, P. (2008). French-English/English-French Dictionary. (Senior Edition). Paris: Les Dictionnaires Robert.
  • Delatour, Y., et al. (2000). Grammaire pratique du francais en 80 fiches. Paris: Hachette.
  • Delatour., Jennepin., Dufour., Mattie., & Teyssier. (2000). Grammaire pratique du francais en 80 fiches. Paris: Hachette.
  • Boulares, Michele., & Frerot, Jean-Louis. (1992). Grammaire progressive du francais: Niveau avance. Corriges. Paris: Cle International.
  • Berchiche, Y., Dubois, M., & Mimran, R. (2000). Cours de la Sorbonne. Paris: Cle International.
  • Boulares, Michele. (1997). Grammaire progressive du francais niveau avance. Paris: Cle International.
  • Boulares, Michele., & Callamand, Monique. (1996). Grammaire vivante du francais: Exercices d'apprentissage niveau 1 Francais langue etrangere. Paris: Cle International.

Journal References

  • L'Express.
  • Elle.
  • Le Nouvel Observateur.
  • Le Monde.
  • Le Francais Dans le Monde.
  • Le Point.

Website References

^ Mandatory reference

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Communications and Arts

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    French (The French Way of Life)

  • Unit Code

    FRE1165

  • Year

    2015

  • Enrolment Period

    2

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    15

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

French language studies focussing on the theme "aspects de la vie quotidienne en France", observation, description and reflections on the organisation of work and leisure in France today.

Prerequisite Rule

Students must pass 1 units from FRE2202

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Conduct a conversation with one or more people on themes associated with the topic.
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of the correct usage of grammar studied in this unit through written/oral tests.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of the vocabulary associated with the topic through translation.
  4. Listen to and comprehend spoken texts drawn from the studies of the topic.
  5. Present a short discourse with appropriate fluency and grammatical accuracy to class members on selected topics.
  6. Read with fluency and a good level of comprehension texts selected for study of the topic.
  7. Use the French language with a level of skill equivalent to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Level A2+>B1 for Understanding (Listening, Reading), Speaking (Interaction + Production), Writing in the context of the theme THE FRENCH WAY OF LIFE.
  8. Write a short essay with grammatical accuracy and appropriate style on themes associated with the main topic.

Unit Content

  1. Analysis of texts will focus on organisation and presentation of thought and on correct grammar.
  2. As an introduction to a vast and complex theme, a series of contemporary issues in French society will be presented and discussed with students. Selected texts will be drawn from a variety of other sources such as newspapers and magazines.
  3. Audio material will be available for oral/aural practice to improve proficiency.
  4. Authentic spoken and written texts will be used for study when available.
  5. Conversation and oral language work will be related to the main theme.
  6. Material for study will be drawn from a number of sources, including text books, newspapers and magazines, discussion papers, specialist publications and audio-visual resources.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures will be avoided, the emphasis being on student participation and workshop-style involvement. Conversation and oral classes. Grammar study sessions. Discussions and tutorials. Language laboratory practice sessions. Audio-visual sessions. (100% French language medium).

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentWritten assignments40%
ExaminationOral and written examination60%

Text References

  • ^ Elder, D. (2011). Les pieges de la traduction francaise. [on-line] Perth: Edith Cowan University.
  • Ollivier, J., & Beaudoin, M. (2004). Grammaire francaise. Toronto: Nelson.
  • Riegel, M,. (2009). Grammaire methodique du francais. Paris: Presses universitaires de France.
  • Robertson, L. A. (Ed.). (2006). Collins Pocket Verb Tables. Glasgow: HarperCollins.
  • Robert, P. (2008). French-English/English-French Dictionary. (Senior Edition). Paris: Les Dictionnaires Robert.
  • Delatour, Y., et al. (2000). Grammaire pratique du francais en 80 fiches. Paris: Hachette.
  • Delatour., Jennepin., Dufour., Mattie., & Teyssier. (2000). Grammaire pratique du francais en 80 fiches. Paris: Hachette.
  • Boulares, Michele., & Frerot, Jean-Louis. (1992). Grammaire progressive du francais: Niveau avance. Corriges. Paris: Cle International.
  • Berchiche, Y., Dubois, M., & Mimran, R. (2000). Cours de la Sorbonne. Paris: Cle International.
  • Boulares, Michele. (1997). Grammaire progressive du francais niveau avance. Paris: Cle International.
  • Boulares, Michele., & Callamand, Monique. (1996). Grammaire vivante du francais: Exercices d'apprentissage niveau 1 Francais langue etrangere. Paris: Cle International.

Journal References

  • L'Express.
  • Elle.
  • Le Nouvel Observateur.
  • Le Monde.
  • Le Francais Dans le Monde.
  • Le Point.

Website References

^ Mandatory reference

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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