Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer
Alex Kurmann
Contact via 02 9850 8809
W6A 323
Tutor
Lyse Thomas
Contact via Email
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
FRN123
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit aims to maintain the communication skills that students have acquired in FRN122 and FRN123, as well as to develop their reading and comprehension ability. It forms a vital and logical bridge between introductory and second year levels.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Name | Weighting | Due |
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4 on-line tests | 80% | End of weeks 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
Oral test | 20% | During the exam period |
Due: End of weeks 1, 2, 3 and 4
Weighting: 80%
We cover units 6 to 9 in Saison 2 in FRN 125. For each unit there will be an end of week multi-task assessment to be completed on line over the course of 4 days, including a weekend. There are 4 tests, they represent 80% of the final grade and are worth 20% each. Only the first attempt will be graded.
Due: During the exam period
Weighting: 20%
An oral test will conclude the unit. It will be conducted during week 5: 18-22 of January. The test will consist in a 5-7 minute conversation with the unit tutor via Skype. The topics will be given in advance via Ilearn the week before so that students can prepare. The topic of the test will be communicated to the student when they begin the oral with the tutor on Skype - this is to promote natural conversation skills. The test will assess the students' capacity to handle a conversation in French using the grammar and the vocabulary learnt during the unit. The test is worth 20%. More information will be released in the relevant section on Ilearn.
FRN125 consists of 4 on line components for written work which will test reading, writing and listening skills, and one on line oral test. All components are unit requirements. Where ever you are during the exam period, you must be able to attend a Skype session at a prearranged time convenient to your tutor.
Technologies used and required
Standard requirements apply. You will need to have regular computer and internet access to interact with the teaching materials on iLearn. Computing skills required for this unit are word processing skills and familiarity with the use of ilearn quizzes, Skype and internet resources.
Besides making sure you have daily access to a desktop computer or any other equivalent technology, you should note that for the oral test and the listening components of the 4 on line tests you will need headphones. You will also need to download Skype on your computer for the on line oral test.
Please use Firefox rather than any other browsers, several of which have known problems with respect to media files (audio and video).
You must ensure that the equipment and the connection you use are both powerful and reliable. An Ethernet wired connection is recommended and is generally more robust than a wireless hook-up. When working from home or from a private residence, please use the best equipment available, refrain from using your network for any other purpose while doing work for this unit and arrange for others sharing your network not to take up any of your bandwidth as this will compromise the quality of your own connection.
IT and iLearn assistance is available via the iLearn login page or by clicking on the words "Help me" under the iLearn logo at the top right hand side of every iLearn window.
Please note that replies to e-mails will be automatically directed to the account they were sent from. You are encouraged to use the University account rather than any private e-mail account you may already have, and you must access your University e-mail account at least once a week - and preferably more often.
Required and recommended texts
FRN125 builds upon knowledge gained in FRN122/FRN123 Introductory French I/II. To facilitate the completion of the on line exercises and the preparation of the on line tests, students will have to engage in independent, personal study throughout the time in between the tests. The unit completes the remaining 4 units in Saison 2 - units 6, 7, 8 and 9. It is recomendd that you alos buy the Saison 2: cahier d'exercices for extra activities. This book is available from the Co-op bookshop. There are no other required and/or recommended texts for this unit.
Please see the unit outline on Ilearn
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Grievance Management Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grievance_management/policy.html
Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Please note that HD (High Distinction) or D (Distinction) are by no means standard marks but are given for outstanding work only. Students who fulfil the unit in a satisfactory but expected manner will usually get a high Pass or a Credit.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://informatics.mq.edu.au/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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Date | Description |
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04/12/2015 | Rather than students being emailed a subject for their orals, they will be given less subjects to prepare (only 2) and will be told the their subject when they begin their test. This is to promote natural conversation and prepare students for FRN 226 in which spontaneous discussion will be required. |