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Honors French IV 515 11-12 2 1
By the end of the course, students are expected to function at an Intermediate Mid-3 proficiency level as defined by the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. ​College credit (3 cr) is available for this course through the University of Pittsburgh. Click ​here​ for more information on College in High School.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● B or better in level III and teacher recommendation.
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AP French Language and 516 12 2 1 Culture
Students who enroll in AP French Language Language and Culture should already have a good command of French grammar and vocabulary and have competence in listening, reading, speaking, and writing. The course should emphasize the use of language for active oral and written communication. Course content can reflect intellectual interests shared by the students and teacher (the arts, current events, literature, sports, etc.). The course seeks to further develop language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking.) Extensive training in the organization and writing of compositions is also emphasized. In order to receive weighted grading credit for the class, students must earn a B or better in the class (click ​here​ for AP policy). ​College credit (3 cr) is available for this course through the University of Pittsburgh or Seton Hill University. Click ​here​ for more information on College in High School. PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● B or better in Honors French IV and recommendation from a teacher.
● Composite score of Proficient or Advanced in all 3 Keystone Exams.
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PDLA AP French Language and 2516 12 2 1 Culture
French Language and Culture is an advanced language course in which students acquire proficiencies that expand their cognitive, analytical, and communicative skills. The course prepares students for the AP French Language and Culture Exam. It uses as its foundation the three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational) as defined in the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the Twenty-First Century. The course is designed as an immersion experience requiring the use of French exclusively. The online learning coach only uses French to communicate with students. In addition, all the reading, listening, speaking, and writing is in French. The course teaches language structures in context and focuses on the development of fluency to convey meaning. Students explore culture in both contemporary and historical contexts to develop an awareness and appreciation of cultural products, practices, and perspectives. The course contains a forum where students share their opinions and comments about various topics and comment on other students’ posts. The course makes great use of the Internet for updated and current material.
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