• French

    French 1-2: Course credit earned: World Language or Elective (1.0) may be taken only once for credit. No Prerequisite Grades 9-12 This is the first of a four-year sequence designed to develop language skills: oral comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. In this course, a solid grammar foundation is laid. Students learn to comprehend and form relatively simple questions, commands and statements. Attention is given to accurate grammar, pronunciation, and intonation, as well as to the structure and vocabulary of the language. Students are introduced to the various cultures of French-speaking countries. The intended minimum outcome for this course is for students to reach the ACTFL novice-mid level of proficiency.

     

    French 3-4: Course credit earned: World Language or Elective (1.0) may be taken only once for credit. Prerequisite: French 1-2 or equivalent Grades 9-12 This second-level course continues to develop skills acquired on the first-level course. Emphasis is still on the spoken language and grammar acquisition with increasing amounts of reading and writing. General knowledge of the language and of the culture of countries in which French is spoken is extended, as well as a study of the History of France. The intended minimum outcome for this course is for students to reach the ACTFL novice-high level of proficiency.

     

    French 5-6: Course credit earned: World Language or Elective (1.0) may be taken only once for credit Prerequisite: French 3-4 or equivalent Grades 9-12 This class provides extensive reading opportunities; varied writing practice; continuing vocabulary and language development; and a wide range of communication activities. The course includes an introduction to literature through short stories, poems, and brief introductions to important works by French and Francophone authors. Global awareness developed through presentation of the culture of France and the French-speaking world. Emphasis on building and reinforcing active communication skills. The intended minimum outcome for this course is for students to reach the ACTFL intermediate-low level of proficiency.

     

    French 7-8: Course credit earned: World Language or Elective (1.0) may be taken only once for credit. Prerequisite: French 5-6 Grades 9-12 This fourth-level course continues to develop skills acquired in previous courses. Emphasis is still on the spoken language with increasing amounts of reading and writing. General knowledge of the language and culture of countries in which French is spoken is extended, as well as the History of France. The intended minimum outcome for this course is for students to reach the ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency. Students are eligible to receive French 103 and credit from Mt. Hood Community College.