FRENCH
French I
1 Credit
In this beginning course , students will develop listening , reading , writing , and speaking skills , while building both vocabulary and knowledge of Francophone cultures . A portion of each class session will be conducted in French . Assessments will include written and oral evaluation .
French I Honors
1 Credit
In this beginning course , students will develop listening , reading , writing , and speaking skills , while building both vocabulary and knowledge of Francophone cultures . A significant portion of each class session will be conducted in French . Assessments will include written and oral evaluation . Honors students will be expected to demonstrate a high level of comprehension , retention , and self-directed learning .
French II
1 Credit Prerequisite : French I and placement by instructor
Using the target language , students will explore a variety of interpersonal and cultural topics , with a focus on improving understanding and production of spoken and written French . Assessments will include written and oral evaluation .
French II Honors
1 Credit Prerequisite : French I and placement by instructor
Using the target language , students will explore a variety of interpersonal and cultural topics , with a focus on improving understanding and production of spoken and written French . Assessments will include written and oral evaluation . Honors students are expected to demonstrate a high level of comprehension , retention , and self-directed learning .
French III
1 Credit Prerequisite : French II and placement by instructor
Students will further develop listening , speaking , reading , and writing skills . Using culturally based materials , students will expand vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures . In addition to new material , students will review and build on previously studied topics . Much of this course is conducted in French .
French III Honors
1 Credit Prerequisite : French II and placement by instructor
Students will further develop listening , speaking , reading , and writing skills . Using culturally based materials , students will expand vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures . In addition to new material , students will review and build on previously studied topics . Honors students will be expected to demonstrate a high level of comprehension , retention , and self-directed learning . This course is conducted in French .
French IV / V Honors
1 Credit Prerequisite : French III and placement by instructor
In this course students will be exposed to French literature , film , culture and current events , and review grammar and language skills previously introduced . The primary emphasis is on oral proficiency . This course is conducted exclusively in French . Since this course may be taken twice , alternating curricula are offered on odd and even years .
AP French
1 Credit Prerequisite : French III Honors and teacher recommendation
Students will develop strong communications skills in French , including reading , writing , speaking , and listening , as well as a familiarity with Francophone cultures . In addition to being well prepared for the course , students must have a high level of motivation and interest , and sufficient time to prepare assigned reading and writing . All students are required to take the AP exam .
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