Module Details

Module Code: FREN C8Z03
Full Title: French 2
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 )
Language of Instruction: 
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Vicky Leahy
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: no description provided
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Interview native French speakers on a range of familiar topics & make a short presentation.
MLO2 Make use of communication strategies for social interaction.
MLO3 Demonstrate understanding of both gist and detail of an authentic French text on a familiar topic.
MLO4 Write in a structured and cohesive manner.
MLO5 Describe further aspects of contemporary French society.
MLO6 Outline and employ language learning strategies.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Grammar
Fundamentals of grammar: future tense, Imperfect, possessive adjectives & pronouns, Introduction to perfect, adverbs
French for general purposes
Money & part-time jobs Shopping, banking, post office French & Irish food habits Introduction to French Education system, Introduction to French search engines & internet sites, French speaking world, Study of a French film.
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work60.00%
Final Examination40.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 10
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 14 Learning Outcome 1,2,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Intercultural project
Assessment Type Class Test % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 2,3
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Aural
Assessment Type Oral Examination/Interview % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
oral test
No Project
No Practical
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
A repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Sidwel, D. & cie.. (1999), Voici la France, Chancerel, London.
  • Capelle G. & Gidon, N.. (1999), Reflets, méthode de francais 1, Hachette, Paris.
  • Collins & Robert. French dictionary, New Edition.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Website, www.bbc.co.uk/education/languages/French.
  • Website, www.lepetitjournal.ie.
  • Website, www.french.ie.
  • Website, www.utm.edu/staff/bobp/french/french.htm l.
  • language lab, language learning software.