MS French 1**

This French course for middle school students is filled with interactive language activities with instruction that is equivalent to that found in the first semester of high school French I. Students begin their introduction to French by focusing on the four key areas of language study: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course represents an ideal blend of language learning pedagogy and online learning. Each unit consists of a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, multimedia cultural presentations and task-based activities to reinforce vocabulary and grammar. There is a strong emphasis on providing context and conversational examples for the language concepts presented in each unit. Students will be actively engaged in their own language learning, become familiar with common vocabulary terms and phrases, comprehend a wide range of grammar patterns, participate in simple conversations and respond appropriately to basic conversational prompts, analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various French-speaking countries and take frequent assessments where their language progression can be monitored. The course is suitable for other ages, depending on background and experience.

This course is built to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards.

*Available only through Apex Learning Virtual School (ALVS)