What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1-2 hours per week. IF students need a grade FROM ME: students are required to complete 4 activities per week (chosen from a list of listening, speaking, reading, and writing options) and an exam every 7 weeks they are enrolled. IF students do NOT need a grade from me: students are still expected to practice outside of class (with homework or just review) but there is not a specific number of assignments. Exams will still be available, and while highly encouraged, they are optional.Assessment
Students will receive an informal evaluation for every 7 weeks they are enrolled (or after their exam if they choose to take it)Class Experience
This class is designed for French students who have completed 1 year of French study. Students will learn vocabulary and grammar relating to a new theme each week, as well as practicing conversation and completing activities. Each class is separate, so you can join or leave at any time without needing to know previous information. STUDENT LEVEL This class is for students who have taken approximately 1 year of French, and have the following skills: -Know how to introduce themselves in French -Knows French pronouns and when to use each one -Know how to talk about how they are doing -Know family members and pets and how to describe people -Know how masculine, feminine, and plural nouns work -Know how to talk about the near future using “aller” -Know their colors in French -Know common foods and drinks for any meal -Know the rules of “de” in relation to food -Know how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense -Know colors in French, including their forms for feminine and plural words -How to conjugate the irregular verbs “aller,” “être,” “avoir,” and “faire” -How to ask questions in French (questions formats) -Know days, months, time, and dates -Know numbers 0-50 -Know the alphabet and French accents -Know weather and seasons -How to talk about possessives using “de” OTHER CLASSES You can also join me for my French office hours or French homeroom. This class is not required for these classes. Study Hall and Office Hour: https://outschool.com/classes/study-hall-and-homework-help-french-class-office-hours-G2R82Bzx?usid=cx5KcZag&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link French homeroom: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-french-homeroom-bgSykYyR?usid=cx5KcZag&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link CLASS LAYOUT Each class, we will start by introducing ourselves in French. We will learn a vocabulary set by learning the French translations of English words. Students will be asked to practice saying the words and phrases. We will also learn a related grammar point, and students will complete a group activity in order to practice. Then, students will be given a conversation topic (with a worksheet to guide their conversation) to work through in breakout rooms.* With their classmate(s), they will have a simple conversation mostly in French, while writing down any words they don’t know or forgot. Back in the main room, we will look at the vocabulary gaps and work on filling them. We will also complete an activity in order to apply what we learn. The activities may include drawing, writing, reading, etc. During some activities that include a visual component, I will speak in French as much as possible. *all break-out rooms will be closely monitored by me switching between rooms to keep students on-topic and help when needed. Week of 8/27 - People Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different ways to describe different nationalities, personalities, and appearances. Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate "venir" and how to talk about where they’re from using “de” Conversation: students will talk about the people they know and what they’re like. Activity: students will label a map of France with French cities Week of 9/3 - Jobs Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different jobs in French Grammar: students will learn to conjugate regular verbs in the future tense Conversation: students will talk about different jobs and what they’d like to do later. Activity: students will practice their reading skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 9/10 - Morning Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different verbs to talk about their morning routine Grammar: students will learn to conjugate regular reflexive verbs in the present and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they like to do in the morning Activity: students will practice their writing skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 9/17 - The House Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn rooms and furniture in the home Grammar: students will learn the meaning and conjugation of "comprendre" Conversation: students will talk about their homes and what they are like Activity: students will practice their listening skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 9/24 - Numbers 50-100 Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn to count from 50-100 Grammar: we will talk about how counting large numbers in French is different than is English Conversation: students will talk about different things that use large numbers Activity: students will discuss and watch a video on French cuisine Week of 10/1 - Evening Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different verbs to talk about their evening routine Grammar: students will learn to conjugate regular reflexive verbs in the present and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they like to do in the evening Activity: students will listen to and learn a French song: Voyage, Voyage Week of 10/8 - Past Tense (ER verbs) Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different verbs that end in ER Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate regular ER verbs in the passé composé Conversation: students will talk about what they did yesterday Activity: students will practice their reading skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 10/15 - Feelings Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different feelings and sentiments Grammar: students will learn about the meaning and usage of "c’est, voici, and voilà" Conversation: students will talk about how they feel in certain situations Activity: students will practice their writing skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 10/22 - Past Tense (IR verbs) Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different verbs that end in IR Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate regular IR verbs in the passé composé Conversation: students will talk about what they did yesterday Activity: students will practice their listening skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 10/29 - Weather Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn to talk about the weather Grammar: students will learn how to make and use cardinal numbers Conversation: students will talk about the weather where they live and in other places Activity: students will learn a song: L'Oiseau et L'Enfant Week of 11/5 - Past Tense (RE verbs) Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different verbs that end in RE Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate regular RE verbs in the passé composé Conversation: students will talk about what they did yesterday Activity: students will practice their reading skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 11/12 - Ocean Animals Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different animals that live in the ocean or on the beach Grammar: students will learn different phrases to talk about animals Conversation: students will talk about what animals they like/dislike, as well as their habits Activity: students will play 20 questions using animals Week of 11/26 - Verb focus: Aller Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “aller” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate “aller” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about where they went last week and where they will go next week Activity: students will practice their writing skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 12/3 - Possessives Introductions Vocabulary - we will learn words to say mine, yours, his/hers, etc. Grammar - we will learn how the masculine and feminine forms of possessives work Conversation - students will talk about things they and others own Activity - students will learn a song: Dommage Week of 1/8 - Verb Focus: Avoir Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “avoir” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate “avoir” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they had in the past and what they will have in the future Activity: students will practice their listening skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 1/15 - Arctic Animals Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn about different animals that live in cold places Grammar: students will learn different phrases to talk about animals Conversation: students will talk about what animals they like/dislike, as well as their habits Activity: students will play 20 questions using animals Week of 1/21 - Verb Focus: Être Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “être” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate “être” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they were in the past and what they will be in the future Activity: students will practice their reading skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 1/29 - Body Parts Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn vocabulary to talk about their body Grammar: students will learn different phrases to talk about their body Conversation: students will talk about activities each body part does (seeing, hearing, etc) Activity: students will practice their writing skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 2/5 - Verb Focus: Faire Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “faire” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate "faire” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they did in the past and what they will do in the future Activity: students will practice their listening skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 2/12 - Desert Animals Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn about different animals that live in the desert Grammar: students will learn different phrases to talk about animals Conversation: students will talk about what animals they like/dislike, as well as their habits Activity: students will play 20 questions with animals Week of 2/19 - Making Plans Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases for making plans Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate regular verbs in the future tense Conversation: students will talk about what their future plans are Activity: students will practice their reading skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 2/26 - Fruits and vegetables Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn about different fruits and vegetables Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate the irregular verbs “manger” and “boire” in the present, past, and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what foods they like and dislike Activity: students will play 20 questions with food Week of 3/5 - Verb Focus: Vouloir Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “vouloir” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate "vouloir” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they wanted in the past and what they will want in the future Activity: students will practice their writing skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 3/12 - Negatives Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different negative phrases (not, never, etc.) Grammar: students will learn how to use the negative sandwich Conversation: students will talk about things they don’t have, don't do, etc. Activity: students will learn a song: Libérée, Délivrée Week of 3/19 - Verb Focus: Pouvoir Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “pouvoir” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate "pouvoir” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they could do in the past and what they will be able to do in the future Activity: students will practice their listening skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 3/26 - Clothes Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different things you can wear Grammar: students will learn to conjugate the irregular verb "mettre" in the present, past, and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they like to wear Activity: students will discuss and watch a video on French schools Week of 4/2 - Verb Focus: Devoir Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “devoir” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate "devoir” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about what they had to do in the past and what they will have to do in the future Activity: students will practice their reading skills in a scaffolded environment *No classes from 4/9-4/15* Week of 4/16 - Music Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn musical vocabulary Grammar: students will learn phrases relating to music Conversation: students will talk about music Activity: students will learn a song: Je Veux Week of 4/23 - Verb Focus: Venir/Revenir Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different phrases used with “venir” Grammar: students will learn how to conjugate "venir” in the passé composé and future tenses Conversation: students will talk about where they came from or came back from in the past and what they will come from or come back from in the future Activity: students will practice their writing skills in a scaffolded environment Week of 4/30 - Responsibilities Introductions Vocabulary: students will learn different responsibilities and tasks Grammar: students will learn time adverbs (now, later, tomorrow, etc.) Conversation: students will talk about what responsibilities they have Activity: students will practice their listening skills in a scaffolded environment
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Break out rooms will be used some weeks in this class for group work IF we have at least 4 students. All break-out rooms will be closely monitored by me switching between rooms to keep students on-topic and help when needed. If a particular group of students gets to a point of being out-of-control and other methods don’t work, break-out rooms may be put on pause for 5-7 weeks.
Supply List
Students may bring a notebook and pencil to take notes if they wish.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been learning French for 9 years now, from French 1 - French 5 as well as 4 years of immersion French classes. I am conversationally fluent and at a C1 level. I have tutored French immersion from May 2020 through August 2020 when the French immersion school near us closed for quarantine, and I've been teaching French online for two years.
I also continue to take French lessons with native speakers, and I am working towards my Bachelors in French, which includes classes in advanced French immersion, French literature, and French education. I attended a 7-week summer French immersion camp through Middlebury College.
I also have my certification in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), the principles from which I apply to my French classes.
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Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-9 learners per class