The sum of human wisdom is not contained in any one language.

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1 French Year 2 Instructor and Contact Information: Madame Melanie Taylor x 4058 melanie.taylor@jp2hs.org Tutorials: Mondays and Tuesdays after school until 4:15, other afternoons by appointment. The sum of human wisdom is not contained in any one language. Course Description and Objectives: Ezra Pound, Bienvenue en cours de français 2! (Welcome to French 2). This course is designed for students who have completed French level 1 or an equivalent course. Advanced French 2 students have been recommended for the faster- paced level. I hope you will find this class a rewarding experience. Learning a new language and culture is a vital part of a comprehensive education, allowing you a window into many new cultures, and giving you a new set of cognitive problem- solving tools that you would not otherwise have. Using a multifaceted approach with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing, students will continue to learn to communicate at a basic level of French. This includes an increased acquisition of conversational and situational vocabulary, and using appropriate grammar to write short compositions in French using both present and past tenses. Students will also engage in further exploration of francophone places and cultures. Students are encouraged to continue to be more comfortable speaking French. Communication is the focus while grammatically correct sentence structure does become more important now that the basic structures of French are in place. Course materials: Espaces, 2 nd edition, same materials as the previous French 1 course which include a textbook, two workbooks (workbook and lab manual) and supersite code for the accompanying website access. SIBLINGS who are both taking French may share a TEXTBOOK but will require their own individual website codes and workbooks. In addition to the textbook and website access, students are also required to keep a 3- ring binder with 6 dividers and loose- leaf paper for note taking. This binder is to be used for French class only. The teacher will instruct students as to how to set up and organize their binder during the first weeks of instruction. This binder will travel with students throughout their three years of French. *Students who take Advanced French 2 will move through the text at a faster pace and may be required to purchase a new French website code in their 3 rd year if they are recommended to Advanced- level French 3.

2 UNIT OUTLINE for French 2: Unit Unit Title Espaces 2 nd edition lessons: Time Frame Review Revisons! (Let s review!) In- between unit involving vocab games and grammar review of essential first year French. N/A 1 week, 3-5 class meetings 7 Unit 7: On vacation! (Includes more past tense with the verb être, direct object pronouns, formation of adverbs, introduction to the imperfect tense, as well as traveling and hotel/airport vocabulary. Geography and names of countries in French as well as prepositions before countries and modes of transport also studied.) 7A and 7B Approx. 5 weeks 8 Unit 8: Our house! (Includes home and chores vocabulary (rooms, furniture) as well as the verbs to know and the imperfect vs. the past tense 8 continued Imperfect vs. past tense continued with storybook project 9 Unit 9: À table! (Food and table setting vocabulary, the market, double object pronouns (using direct and indirect in the same sentence), making comparisons, and the verbs venir, devoir, vouloir, and pouvoir.) 9 continued Culture, regions of France and food across francophone world, place of food in French culture, regions and food project, belated Fête de la Gastronomie celebration 10 Unit 10: Health! (Vocabulary to describe one s morning routine, pain and symptoms at the doctor, the pronouns y and en, and primarily learning about and using reflexive verbs in this unit) 8A and 8B Approx. 3 weeks End 1 st N/A, various supplemental sources 9A and 9B quarter, 9 weeks Approx. 3-4 weeks Remainder of 2 nd quarter Regions sections of 3-4 weeks textbook, vary by group for project and outside sources to supplement 10A and 10B Approx. 5 weeks, to end quarter 3

3 11 Unit 11: La technologie (vocabulary to describe how students use technology, more with reflexive verbs (reciprocal reflexives), infinitive verbs that take prepositions, ouvrir/offrir, relative pronouns and building more complex sentences.) Describing our relationships with others and the place of technology. 12 Unit 12: En Ville! (More vocabulary for different places around town, errands, and giving/following directions, the future tense, and more negation expressions such as never, no one, nowhere, etc.) 11A and 11B 12A and 12B 4 weeks 4 weeks, then 1 review/flex week before exams, end of Q4/semester 2 Assessment Types and Forms for French 1 Type Description Assessment Form Weight Homework Daily work to help students practice or review vocabulary and grammar concepts covered in class. Includes homework and class work Types of work vary and may include but are not limited to assignments from the textbook, student activities manual, worksheets, and assignments from the super site. This grade mostly reflects completion and timeliness/deadlines as well as participation. These assignments are discussed in class for learning and practice. They prepare students for quizzes and other assessments. 10% Quiz Quizzes from material in the textbook lessons and grammar concepts covered in class. Quizzes are short assessments for specific vocabulary and/or grammar concepts. Lesson tests include listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and writing. They are in multiple choice, fill in the blank, and short answer format. VOW (Verb O the Week) quizzes also fall into this category. 30%

4 Performance Listening comprehension, writing skills, and reading comprehension activities. These assessments involve multiple skills (interpretation and communication) and allow the instructor to assess student s ability to understand and communicate via writing in the French language. Includes but is not limited to dictations, lab manual assignments, audio passages from the textbook, and usually multiple choice, fill in the blank, and short answer format, & short essays. 20% Homework accuracy Various skills, especially grammar concepts and verbs, reading comprehension. Some homework assignments or selected exercises from a workbook page which are graded for accuracy. 15% Presentation Speaking French Activities that assess the students ability to speak and/or function in the French Language. These vary and can include presentations, skits, recordings, Google voice, etc. 25% EXAMS Mid- Term and Final Exams Multiple choice, fill in the verb conjugation charts, written essay or short answer written responses in French, speaking. Exams are cumulative for each term and include listening and reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, writing, and speaking. In its own category, the exams count 20% of the semester grade each term Grading Codes used in Veracross to indicate progress with regard to individual assignments: Description Abbreviation Notes Pending Pending Assignment has not been graded or the deadline has not arrived Complete - Completed assignment

5 Not Turned In NTI Student was present but did not turn in the assignment. Late penalties apply. Missing Assignment M Student was absent. Student can receive full credit for the assignment when returning to school. Incomplete Inc Student failed to finish or hand in an acceptable quality of work on a major assessment. Not Required to Complete NREQ Student is not required to complete the assignment Class policies/procedures: A French student NEVER has no homework. Learning a new language takes practice and students will be expected to spend a minimum of 15 minutes outside of class time each day to review vocabulary and grammar concepts covered in class in addition to their written assignments/projects. Because communicative practice is indispensable to the language learning process, attendance and participation in French 1 is also an important part of your grade. Learning French is more than reading and writing. In cases of absence, it is THE STUDENT S responsibility to request work missed and to reschedule assessments. This should be done during tutorial hours. Homework Students are expected to keep up with the class material, complete all assignments, attend every class and participate actively. Students should expect homework assignments regularly as well as individual computer work. In addition, material covered in class should be reviewed at home since pop quizzes will be given regularly. Home- work is a very important factor in this course. In most cases homework assignments directly prepare students for other assessments such as quizzes or classroom activities. All homework must be shown or turned in on time; students will receive a maximum of 50% if assignment is completed by the next class period. However, students have the option of completing late assignments for a maximum of 70% if these are completed at tutorial in the presence of any JPII foreign language teacher within a week of the due date. Assignments that show insufficient effort* will be considered as not turned in and student must redo it in order to receive a maximum of 50% credit. Some homework assignments will need to be completed on time in order for the student to participate in class activity for the following day. If so, students are not able to get late credit. They will be notified beforehand and it will also be communicated on Veracross so they are aware that it s a one opportunity assignment.

6 Assignments that show insufficient effort* will be considered as not turned in and student must redo it in order to receive any credit. If I receive an assignment that I deem to demonstrate insufficient proof of understanding of the subject, I will require that the student speaks with me and completes the assignment once more with me in a mandatory tutorial. Once this assignment shows clear attainment of the concept covered, I will supply credit to their grade proportionate to their effort and activity during our session(s). *insufficient effort: lacking in one or several of the following categories: neatness, accuracy, timeliness (including hasty completion immediately before/during class) Please come see me after school or during tutorials to discuss a timeline for make up work in cases of EXCUSED absence. I m here to help you! J Unauthorized aid: It is usually very obvious to me when you are using French at a higher level than what you have studied. I ve been teaching French at multiple levels for 14 years. J Therefore, you should complete assignments with grammar and vocabulary studied in class or from your TEXTBOOK and NEVER with an electronic or online translator, or with the help of other people who have studied French before if they are giving you answers. Peer help only authorized during specific in- class activities supervised by Mme Taylor. (Students will sign a VERITAS pledge specifically related to French class which will have acceptable sources of aid outlined.) Additional expectations: Mind your P s! Practice Peace toward your classmates and treat others how you would want to be treated! Participate actively in all class activities! Don t talk when Madame T is talking; speak only French during activities where speaking French is expected. Try to speak French as much as possible. Pay attention: Know where we are and write down assignments! Preparation/Practice: Homework and practice activities vital to your success as well as your grade! Positive attitude: learning a new language isn t always easy, but stay positive! Je peux! (I can!) Please avoid problems by coming to see me! It is better to come with a few questions and fix small problems before they turn into larger ones. I love to teach French and want you to do well! I look forward to working with you! Allons au travail! (Let s get to work! J ) - Mad T VERITAS Agreement: JP2 FRENCH CLASSES Students shall not use any aids for assignments except those listed below. Any student found or suspected with a high level of evidence of using unacceptable aids on a classroom or homework assignment will be given a zero for that assignment. For projects, presentations, essays, quizzes/tests, exams, or exam essays, the student will be referred to the VERITAS Council. Note that at any point within a given assignment the list of acceptable and

7 unacceptable/unauthorized aids may be altered. An online translator such as google translate or native/experienced French speaker s help is not permitted on ANY assignment. Homework: Students shall work on homework ALONE. No student shall copy any assignment from another student. All homework is explained in class with the first example from each exercise done together. There is no excuse for not making an honest effort to complete ALL SECTIONS of a homework assignment. Incomplete homework or rushing/scribbling in answers during passing time or at the very beginning of class will result in an automatic 70% starting score. To complete homework, students are only allowed to use the textbook, class notes, or French/English dictionary (though dictionaries are really discouraged until French level 3 due to lack of ability to use them properly until further study of French has occurred). Students should use vocabulary that is at THEIR CURRENT FRENCH LEVEL in order to avoid the temptation to use an online or personal translator. French Workbooks and Lab Manuals (listening activities): Students may not under any circumstance turn in answers on loose- leaf paper in place of the workbook page(s). The paper will not be accepted for a grade and the student will earn a zero. It does not matter if the student states that he/she used another student s workbook that had not yet been filled out. There is no way to check the student s story, and in any case, it represents a lack of organization and responsibility on the part of the student to have his/her workbook ready for class. If a student loses a workbook or workbook page, he/she should make a photocopy from a fellow student s workbook before classmate has begun the assignment, or see Madame Taylor after school or during tutorial hours. Students will be given one month to replace a lost workbook after which no more photocopies will be accepted and zeros will be earned on all remaining workbook page assignments. Class work: Class work should be completed individually with a student s own resources (i.e. dictionary, class notes, textbook). When group/partner work is permitted, all group members should participate actively; group members should not copy from each other s work. Presentations, projects, essays: Anything requiring research should be documented and cited. NO ONLINE TRANSLATOR shall be used! Students should see the teacher with rough drafts for feedback. If these opportunities are taken seriously with the best personal attempts at completing the task, students will feel less pressure to translate via an unauthorized source when the due date arrives. No student shall take personal credit for parts of an assignment that he/she did not complete. This also represents a form of cheating. Bottom line: If you are not sure how to say/write something in French, re- phrase it to say it in a different way using French that you have learned. DO NOT USE AN ONLINE TRANSLATOR. See Madame Taylor with any questions you have! I am a kind and helpful Francophile who loves to help you learn French. You can t say the same thing about your computer. J (Please read and sign the next page! J )

8 I have read and understand the French class Veritas policy and will see Madame Taylor if confused about an assignment. I understand that failure to do so could result in a Veritas violation. Name Date I pledge VERITAS/Je jure VERITAS (signature) JPII French Espaces Supersite Agreement I understand that if I do not have my supersites done at the time Madame Taylor enters them into veracross, it is up to ME to PHYSICALLY show up during tutorial times or right after school if I wish to receive late credit. During this time, I may ask her to log on, verify that I did complete them late, and watch her update my grade showing this in veracross. Failure to do so will result in the zero remaining on end of quarter grades. Just remember it this way: If I do them late, I am the one who must go through a little extra disruption to my schedule to ensure that I receive the late credit. Any supersites not completed within 10 days of due date will not be accepted. Print Name Signature Date: *(10% penalty per day is automatic penalty on supersite as of 10/30/13) Parents/Guardians: I have read Mme Taylor s French syllabus and Veritas agreement with my student, (student name) and I understand the policies. (print name) (signature) (date)