Oroville Union High School District
Foreign Language Curriculum

Foreign Language - French II

French II

COURSE TITLE: French II

LENGTH OF COURSE:    One Year

TYPE OF CREDIT: Foreign Language (10 credits)

GRADE LEVEL:    10-12

PREREQUISITES:    Grade of "C" or better in French I

TEXTBOOK:     

A bord, Conrad J. Schmitt & Katia Brillie Lutz, Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, 1998 Edition, ISBN 0-02-636813-7.
    
SUPPLEMENTAL READING LIST:    

Graded French Reader, Première Etape, Fifth Edition, Camille Bauer, Houghton-Mifflin, 1992, ISBN 0-669-20462-5.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is designed primarily for the non-native speaker of French. It is designed to facilitate the acquisition of the target language by using the most current teaching techniques. The pace of the class and manner of instruction of the material is designed exclusively for the needs of the non-native speaker. The course will emphasize receptive and productive language skills using reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. The course will include, but not be limited to: Reinforcement and expansion upon the content and skills acquired in level one; More advanced study of linguistic structures to enhance communication; Exploration of the literature of the target language; and Further study of the target cultures.

BOARD ADOPTION DATE: August 1, 2001.


Interpersonal Communication
Standard 1.1: Students engage in conversation, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions and exchange opinions.

    1. Questions Regarding Others
The learner will be able to ask questions of others regarding their activities.
Strand Scope Source
Interpersonal Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. Conversations on Various Topics
The learner will be able to participate in conversations on a variety of topics.
Strand Scope Source
Interpersonal Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    3. Interactions in Various Settings
The learner will be able to interact in a variety of situations to meet personal needs (e.g., ask permission ask for or respond to an offer of help, make excuses, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Interpersonal Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    4. Describing Personal Experiences
The learner will be able to relate a simple narrative about a personal experience or event.
Strand Scope Source
Interpersonal Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    5. Expressing Preferences
The learner will be able to express preferences pertaining to everyday life.
Strand Scope Source
Interpersonal Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Interpretive Communication
Standard 1.2: Students understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of
topics.

    1. Reading Aloud
The learner will be able to read aloud a familiar passage with appropriate intonation and comprehensible pronunciation.
Strand Scope Source
Interpretive Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. Main Ideas & Facts from Simple Te
The learner will be able to understand main ideas and some facts from simple texts about familiar topics.
Strand Scope Source
Interpretive Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    3. Messages & Announcements
The learner will be able to comprehend messages and announcements on topics of interest.
Strand Scope Source
Interpretive Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    4. Familiar Content of Other Disciplines
The learner will be able to comprehend spoken and written language from the familiar content of other disciplines.
Strand Scope Source
Interpretive Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, Sports Vocabulary [On-line].  http://crete.argyro.net/lexique/liste.cfm
  

Presentational Communication
Standard 1.3: Students present information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners or
readers on a variety of topics.

    1. Short Messages
The learner will be able to write and present short messages in response to given situations (e.g., postcards, personal notes, phone messages, directions, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Presentational Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. Letter Format & Style
The learner will be able to write a letter using culturally appropriate format and style.
Strand Scope Source
Presentational Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    3. Short Plays & Skits
The learner will be able to present short plays and skits.
Strand Scope Source
Presentational Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    4. Audio & Video Recorded Messages
The learner will be able to 4. Prepare and present audio or video recorded messages.
Strand Scope Source
Presentational Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, French Radio Links [On-line].  http://globegate.utm.edu/french/topics/tv.and.radio.html
  
    5. Brief Written Reports
The learner will be able to prepare and present brief written reports on topics studied in other disciplines.
Strand Scope Source
Presentational Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    6. Plot & Character Descriptions
The learner will be able to summarize orally or in writing the plot and describe the characters in selected pieces of literature.
Strand Scope Source
Presentational Communication Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Practices of Culture
Standard 2.1: Students demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied.

    1. Cultural Awareness
The learner will be able to demonstrate awareness of cultural similarities and differences and detail their significance.
Strand Scope Source
Practices of Culture Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. Etiquette in Public Places
The learner will be able to use appropriate etiquette in public places.
Strand Scope Source
Practices of Culture Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    3. Daily Living Patterns
The learner will be able to compare daily living patterns of the target cultures in terms of school travel shopping etc.
Strand Scope Source
Practices of Culture Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    4. stereotypical Images of the Culture
The learner will be able to discuss and dispel stereotypical images associated with the target culture.
Strand Scope Source
Practices of Culture Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Products of Culture
Standard 2.2: Students demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied.

    1. Description of the Culture
The learner will be able to describe a culture through its visual arts, architecture, literature, music, etc., using the target language where appropriate.
Strand Scope Source
Products of Culture Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Connecting with other Disciplines
Standard 3.1: Students reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the foreign language.

    1. Metric System
The learner will be able to use the metric system in a variety of contexts ( weather, science, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. governmental Structure & Terms
The learner will be able to 2. Illustrate the structure of government and demonstrate knowledge of relevant terms.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    3. Elements of Literature
The learner will be able to identify and discuss elements of literature (plot, characterization, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    4. Forms of Government
The learner will be able to compare and contrast forms of government.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    5. Global Issues
The learner will be able to observe and evaluate differing practices and standards as they apply to global issues.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    6. Exchange Rates & Currency
The learner will be able to demonstrate and understanding of exchange rates and currency as they relate to global trade practices.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, Pacific Exchange Rates [On-line].  http://pacific.commerce.ubc.ca/xr/
  
    7. Regions & Major Cities of the Cou
The learner will be able to 7. Identify and examine regions and major cities of countries of the target language.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    8. Historical Development of the Country
The learner will be able to outline the historical development of the country.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, History Links [On-line].  http://globegate.utm.edu/french/globegate_mirror/franxviii.html
  
    9. Surveys, Polls, & Graphs
The learner will be able to design, conduct, and analyze surveys, polls, and graphs, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    10. Art, Music, Drama, & Literature
The learner will be able to 10. Identify major periods, genres, and individuals in art, music, drama, literature, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, Virtual Tour; Le Louvre [On-line].  http://www.louvre.or.jp/louvre/QTVR/anglais/index.htm
  
    11. Medical & Health Issues
The learner will be able to discuss medical and health issues.
Strand Scope Source
Connecting with other Disciplines Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Language Comparisons
Standard 4.1: Students demonstrate an understanding of the language through comparisons of the language studied and their own.

    1. Vocabulary Meanings in Context
The learner will be able to recognize that vocabulary conveys different meanings in various contexts.
Strand Scope Source
Language Comparisons Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. Dialects within the Culture
The learner will be able to recognize that other languages and/or dialects may be spoken by large groups of people within the target culture.
Strand Scope Source
Language Comparisons Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Cultural Comparisons
Standard 4.2: Students demonstrate an understanding of the concept of culture through comparison of the cultures studied and their own.

    1. Gender & Age Roles in the Culture
The learner will be able to discuss the roles of men, women and children in the target culture.
Strand Scope Source
Cultural Comparisons Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, Role de la femme [On-line].  http://www.restena.lu/asti/Ensemble/Ens28/e28cv9.html
  
    2. Educational Systems in the Culture
The learner will be able to compare and contrast different educational systems, school subjects, class schedules, etc., in the target language.
Strand Scope Source
Cultural Comparisons Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, Calendrier scolaire [On-line].  http://www.education.gouv.fr/prat/cal.htm
  
    3. Family Structure in the Culture
The learner will be able to compare the family structure of the target culture to that of the U.S.
Strand Scope Source
Cultural Comparisons Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, Famille [On-line].  http://www.pratique.fr/vieprat/fam/
  

School and Community
Standard 5.1: Students use the language both within and beyond the school setting.

    1. Discussions with Native Speakers
The learner will be able to discuss topics of interest in written or oral form with others that speak the language.
Strand Scope Source
School and Community Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. Interactions with the Local Community
The learner will be able to interact with members of the local community in the target language.
Strand Scope Source
School and Community Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Personal Enrichment
Standard 5.2: Students show evidence of becoming lifelong learners by using the language for
personal enjoyment and enrichment.

    1. Topics of Personal Interest
The learner will be able to 1. Consult a variety of topics for personal interest.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Enrichment Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  
    2. Practice with the Currency
The learner will be able to practice using the currency of the target culture.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Enrichment Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Instructional Resources
- On-line, Pictures of Euro coins [On-line].  http://www.euro-coin.net/
- On-line, Euro coins [On-line].  http://www.francetourism.com/General/euromoney.htm
  
    3. Plays, Museum, Films, or Concerts
The learner will be able to attend a play, museum, film or concert in the target language.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Enrichment Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
  

Career Applications
Standard 5.3: Students engage in activities, which prepare them to use the target language to attain career goals

    1. Job Applications
The learner will be able to practice filling out job applications in the target language.
Strand Scope Source
Career Applications Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Unit Instructional Resources
- On-line, Dictionnaire de business [On-line].  http://www.e-anglais.com/glossary.html
  
    2. International Career Exploration
The learner will be able to identify and investigate career opportunities in target countries.
Strand Scope Source
Career Applications Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Unit Instructional Resources
- On-line, Dictionnaire de business [On-line].  http://www.e-anglais.com/glossary.html
  
    3. Career Exploration in the U.S.
The learner will be able to identify and investigate career opportunities in the U.S., which involve use of the target language.
Strand Scope Source
Career Applications Master Oroville Union High School District(a)
Unit Instructional Resources
- On-line, Dictionnaire de business [On-line].  http://www.e-anglais.com/glossary.html
  

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