British Columbia Core French (Grade 11)

French Language and Culture Mastery Course

Course Overview:

Welcome to our comprehensive French Language and Culture Mastery Course designed for students at an education level of 11. This course will take you on a journey through the intricacies of the French language and its profound connection to culture and identity.

Course Competencies:

Big Ideas

  • 11.BI.1: Listening and viewing with intent to support French acquisition.
  • 11.BI.2: Understanding how communicative context influences expression.
  • 11.BI.3: Exploring the interconnectedness of language and culture in shaping identity.
  • 11.BI.4: Examining diverse cultural expressions for a better understanding of one's cultural identity.
  • 11.BI.5: Accessing and interacting with the Francophone world through French acquisition.
  • 11.BI.6: Discovering diverse opportunities through French proficiency.

Curricular Competencies

  • 11.CC.1: Exploring and interpreting a wide variety of texts in French.
  • 11.CC.10: Narrating stories orally and in writing.
  • 11.CC.11: Investigating regional variations in the French language.
  • 11.CC.12: Exploring Francophone cultural expressions.
  • 11.CC.13: Understanding the connections between language and culture.
  • 11.CC.15: Recognizing the importance of storytelling in personal and community identity.
  • 11.CC.17: Identifying opportunities requiring proficiency in French.

Content Learning Standards

  • 11.C.1: Knowing common vocabulary and sentence structures for communication in various time frames and contexts.
  • 11.C.2: Understanding elements of different types of French texts.
  • 11.C.3: Demonstrating knowledge of register and language etiquette.
  • 11.C.4: Recognizing idiomatic expressions from the Francophone world.
  • 11.C.5: Understanding ethics surrounding cultural appropriation and plagiarism.

Course Benefits:

  • Enhance your French language skills through immersive learning experiences.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of French culture and its significance in global contexts.
  • Develop proficiency in both oral and written communication in French.
  • Explore diverse cultural expressions and regional variations within the Francophone world.
  • Identify opportunities for personal, educational, and professional growth through French proficiency.

If you are ready to embark on a transformative journey into the world of French language and culture, this course is perfect for you. Join us and unlock the doors to a new realm of linguistic and cultural exploration!