WCS
Foreign Language Department
French
III 2019-2020
Madame Finan
Bonjour, les élèves!
Bienvenue au cours de français III. I am thrilled that you have
chosen to continue your study of French, and I look forward to meeting you
“where you are” in your study of French and to continue building on your skills
as we take on a year of advanced French together. Before we begin the year,
please take a moment to familiarize yourself with my expectations for the
school year.
SUPPLIES:
1.
Notebook paper, pen, pencils
2. Please your tablet to class with you daily. (You
will use a classroom copy of our Imaginez
textbook and you will have access to the online textbook for use at home.)
ATTENDANCE:
If your absence is planned/excused (such a school
activity/sport or a family trip), please be responsible and plan to prepare
your work ahead of time. If you have been ill, please email me and speak with
me immediately upon your return, and plan to have your assignments completed
within two days of your return. If you have been ill and have missed a test or
quiz, speak with me about your return about scheduling a time to make it up. I
reserve the right to offer a slightly different version of an assessment or
assignment.
HOMEWORK:
As you know, in any foreign language class, practice and
repetition are essential to learning vocabulary and grammar. You should expect
daily homework assignments in French class. These assignments completed outside
of class are a means of practicing and reinforcing what we learned together in
class. Much of your homework will be on the Supersite (online workbook).
IN-CLASS EXPECTATIONS:
In our cours de français, here are my expectations:
1.
Show respect (for me, your classmates, and for
yourself). This is essential if we are to have a safe atmosphere where everyone
feels comfortable speaking.
2.
Speak en français as often as possible! You are
in French III now, so you should be primarily speaking in the target language
each class period.
3.
Complete homework assignments on time and come to
class prepared and ready to learn.
4.
Be responsible and talk to me in advance about
any problems/concerns you may have –do not wait until after class to talk to me
about a conflict you may have had.
TECHNOLOGY EXPECTATIONS:
These are the rules that need
to be followed on a daily basis in regards to technology. A detention will
be issued if these rules are broken.
•Cell phones should be placed
in the assigned container at the beginning of class and collected at the end of
class.
•Students should never visit a
social media site or play computer games during class.
•Students should not be on
their email unless needed for class.
•Students should not use online dictionaries or translators
unless specified
WEB
TRANSLATORS
There are many web
pages in the Internet that can be used as translators from English to
French or vice versa. Their usage is completely
forbidden for any work due in this class. If I suspect a student
has used such a tool, this will be considered cheating and will be
submitted to the Honor Council.
GRADING:
Your grade in this class will
be based on the following:
·
Chapter tests
·
Alternate assessments (including vocabulary and grammar quizzes,
writing and listening activities, oral recordings)
·
Homework
·
Projects and presentations
·
Participation in class*
*
*Proba te dignum points: Twenty
points each are possible each quarter for proving yourself worthy as a student.
This means that in order to earn your point each day, you come to class on
time, with all of your necessary materials, and with a respectful, attentive
attitude. If you lack one of these, you will lose your point for the
day. Unexcused absences will result in a loss of points.
The
final exam will be worth 15% of the final grade. (Note:
the French III final is given in the spring.)
Learning a foreign language can
be challenging, but it can also be fun and is extremely rewarding. I look
forward to beginning your French journey with you. As always, I encourage you
to come see me during tutorials if you have questions or are struggling with
something. We are in this adventure together, and I look forward to a wonderful
year with you. Allons-y!
