Grade 8 Core French provides students with the opportunity to use their previous knowledge and apply new vocabulary and writing conventions by exploring topics related to the global French speaking community.
Courses Type: Middle School
Prerequisite: None
Course Description For FRA8G Grade 8 Core French Online Course
Grade 8 Core French provides students with the opportunity to use their previous knowledge and apply new vocabulary and writing conventions by exploring topics related to the global French speaking community and culture. As beginning language learners, they will learn new vocabulary that will help them describe their hobbies and interests, express themselves using formal and informal conventions, learn vocabulary related to food, culture and travelling, and learn about French-speaking communities around the world, just to name a few. They will also enhance their understanding and appreciation of diverse French-speaking communities across the world and will develop skills necessary for lifelong language learning.
FRA8G Online Course Outline and Timeline
Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the FRA8G course profile.
| Unit Order | Unit Name | Suggested Time |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Bonjour! | 25 Hours |
| Unit 2 | Le français dans le monde | 25 Hours |
| MID SEMESTER POINT | ||
| Unit 3 | Sur le tapis rouge | 25 Hours |
| Unit 4 | La littérature et la chanson françaises | 30 Hours |
| FINAL | Culminating Project | 5 Hours |
| Total | 110 Hours |
Please note, as per Ministry guidelines, OVS has a mandatory 14 day minimum requirement for student enrollment to be eligible for a midterm report card and 28 days enrollment to be eligible for a final report card.
Fundamental Concepts Covered in Grade 8 French Online Course
The aim of the course is to provide students with the necessary skills in all three strands of the French language. Students will develop their ability to read simple texts, write short responses and express personal details and opinions orally. Students will be required to learn various grammar concepts in order to familiarize themselves with the different parts of a sentence, as well as proper sentence structure. Students will be exposed to new vocabulary corresponding to the different units, and will have multiple opportunities to listen and speak in French.