French as a Second Language
Canada College offers a variety of French as a second language courses within a well-structured program designed to meet the requirements of beginner to advanced adult learners. Learning outcomes are specified for each level, ensuring continuity in the language training options made available to our learners. Course content and structure are adapted to best meet the needs and preferences of learners as well as individual learning styles, prior knowledge, interests and abilities. Furthermore, cultural and community integration activities are part and parcel of the various French as a second language training options provided.
Course Description
BEGINNER I:
This course is designed for "true" beginners and will begin with the
very basics of French grammar. Students will learn how to introduce
themselves and greet others, how to give and understand simple
directions and how to ask and answer specific questions.
BEGINNER II:
This course is a continuation of BEGINNER I therefore students
enrolling in this course should already have some basic knowledge of
French (i.e. the alphabet, numbers, how to conjugate verbs in the
present tense, and be able to perform the tasks as described in the
previous course). Upon completion of BEGINNER II, students should be
able to speak about work, family, their interests, the weather, and
to participate in brief conversations.
INTERMEDIATE I:
Student enrolling in this course should already be able to
communicate in French and must already have a general understanding
of French grammar (i.e. present, past and future tenses). At the end
of this course, students will be able to participate in
conversations with greater ease. Students at this level will also
work at developing their writing skills.
INTERMEDIATE II:
Upon completion of this course, students will have achieved a level
at which they feel comfortable and confident enough to participate
in conversations and discussions on general topics. Students will
also have developed the skills to begin communicating with ease in
writing.
FRENCH ADVANCED I:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to
participate effectively in most formal and informal conversations on
practical, social and professional topics. Students will also be
able to obtain and analyse information and opinions and will learn
how to co-chair meetings and debates. Students will have mastered
enough of the language to enable them to do advanced tasks such as
defend an opinion, deal with hypothetical issues, and discuss
complex work-related issues.
FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE:
This course is designed for students at an Advanced level who wish
to explore Francophone cultures. The classes will focus on group
discussions about history, literature, film and music in Canada and
around the world.
FRENCH ADVANCED II:
These course is designed for students who have studied French up to
advanced Level I or similar. The aim is to improve your performance
and confidence in your use of French and develop the different
language skills equally (speaking, writing, reading and listening).
The courses are practical and have a core language component for
social situations, and also include language and topics for specific
professional purposes. You will be able to choose from a range of
topics which include media, advertising, the world of
communications, ecology, manufacturing and change etc and will be
studied from different angles according to your interests.
FRENCH FOR CONVERSATION
This course is ideal for people wanting to maintain and improve
their spoken French and is designed for those who have completed
Beginner II or beyond. It will concentrate on communicating in
real-life situations through discussions and debate thereby
improving confidence, fluency and pronunciation, as well as
expanding vocabulary, including colloquialisms. Resources will
include the latest in French television and video documentaries,
interviews, films, music, magazines, which will promote lively
discussions and encourage students to express opinions "en
français".
Course Outline:
This course will cover all aspects of spoken French required for
fluent conversation in a variety of situations with emphasis on
style, language register, accent, syntax, grammar points,
vocabulary, colloquialisms etc. Each session will focus on either a
video documentary, magazine or newspaper article or a recorded
interview on a precise topic followed by comprehensive explanation
and discussion. In twelve weeks, the course covers each session will
be organized as such:
Introduction with an authentic resource (Careful examination of
Role-playing (related to resource material) to discover and practice
different tones, nuances and expressions (how to express admiration
or displeasure etc.) Open discussion related to the subject to
encourage students to express their opinions and thoughts in the
most accurate way.
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the course, learners will be able to speak on a
prepared topic; pronounce French correctly using a range of regular
and irregular verbs in different modes and tenses; discuss various
aspects of French culture; read and comprehened French at an
advanced level; understand the grammatical issues linked with oral
practice; express their own opinions on political, social, general
issues in French; explain significant cultural events and issues and
contemporary French society.
Target Market:
This course is specially tailored for those who want to develop
conversational fluency in French and have completed 70 hours or more
of tuition or equivalent.
Medical French
This course is designed for those candidates who are about to
pass rench writing and speaking exams at Office Quebecois de la
langue Françoise. Through the years of offering this course, CANADA
COLLEGE has helped many students successfully overcome the given
exams.
French for Immigration Interview
If you are planning to appear before the Immigration Judge, and
not sure of your French competency, this course is for you. We train
you as if you are sitting in front of the Immigration judge. The
course is thought by an Immigration lawyer.
* CANADA COLLEGE is also offering courses designed for youths. Call us for more information.
- Special French courses are available to those who are trying to pass any special exams in any field or subject.
- Private and semi-private course are also available.