Students
FREN2020 – I French Studies 4
2021 – Session 2, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor
Florence Bequart
Contact via Email
N/A
Email for an appointment
Administration
Alexandra Kurmann
Contact via Email
B346, Level 3, 25 Wally's Walk
Thursday 2-4pm
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
FREN2010 or FRN226
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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 enable students to become independent users of the French language. It seeks to develop students' skills in reading, writing, comprehension and speaking in French and further develops students' knowledge of contemporary French culture. The work in this unit is of a very intensive nature. The unit aims to develop students' language skills towards B1+ level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).
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Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Develop comprehensive intermediate level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the French language.
- ULO2: Identify, describe and evaluate a broad range of aspects of French-speaking cultures and societies.
- ULO3: Identify, evaluate and deploy a broad range of grammatical structures of French at an intermediate level.
- ULO4: Create meaningful intercultural encounters by applying relevant language conventions.
- ULO5: Demonstrate a refined awareness of language and language use, in both French and in English.
General Assessment Information
The Faculty policy in relation to late assessment submissions is as follows:
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – 10 marks out of 100 credit will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted seven days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests, etc.
NOTE: The final exam will be department-based and will take place in week 13 online.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Comprehension | 15% | No | 23:59 15/08/2021 |
| Grammar and Vocabulary Tests | 20% | No | 23:59 05/09/2021; 23:59 31/10/2021 |
| Aural Comprehension | 15% | No | 23:59 17/10/2021 |
| Written Expression | 10% | No | 23:59 31/10/2021 |
| Oral Production | 15% | No | 17:00 05/11/2021 |
| Final Exam | 25% | No | 23:59 07/11/2021 |
Written Comprehension
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 23:59 15/08/2021
Weighting: 15%
French Reading Comprehension.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive intermediate level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the French language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a broad range of aspects of French-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy a broad range of grammatical structures of French at an intermediate level.
- Demonstrate a refined awareness of language and language use, in both French and in English.
Grammar and Vocabulary Tests
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: 23:59 05/09/2021; 23:59 31/10/2021
Weighting: 20%
Short Answer Questions on French Grammar and Vocabulary
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive intermediate level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the French language.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy a broad range of grammatical structures of French at an intermediate level.
- Create meaningful intercultural encounters by applying relevant language conventions.
- Demonstrate a refined awareness of language and language use, in both French and in English.
Aural Comprehension
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: 23:59 17/10/2021
Weighting: 15%
French Listening Comprehension.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive intermediate level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the French language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a broad range of aspects of French-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy a broad range of grammatical structures of French at an intermediate level.
- Demonstrate a refined awareness of language and language use, in both French and in English.
Written Expression
Assessment Type 1: Reflective Writing
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: 23:59 31/10/2021
Weighting: 10%
Short Essay in French.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive intermediate level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the French language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a broad range of aspects of French-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy a broad range of grammatical structures of French at an intermediate level.
- Create meaningful intercultural encounters by applying relevant language conventions.
- Demonstrate a refined awareness of language and language use, in both French and in English.
Oral Production
Assessment Type 1: Simulation/role play
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: 17:00 05/11/2021
Weighting: 15%
French Speaking Test.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive intermediate level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the French language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a broad range of aspects of French-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy a broad range of grammatical structures of French at an intermediate level.
- Create meaningful intercultural encounters by applying relevant language conventions.
- Demonstrate a refined awareness of language and language use, in both French and in English.
Final Exam
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 23:59 07/11/2021
Weighting: 25%
Final Written Exam in French.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive intermediate level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the French language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a broad range of aspects of French-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy a broad range of grammatical structures of French at an intermediate level.
- Demonstrate a refined awareness of language and language use, in both French and in English.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
The unit consists in 1 x 2 hour online lecture and 1 x 2 hour interactive seminar.
Resources required are:
Latitudes Niv.3 - B1 - Livre + CD ; ISBN: 9782278064069
Latitudes Niv. 3 - B1 - Cahier d'exercices; CD ; ISBN: 978-0320086007
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) 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 or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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Student Services and Support
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Student Enquiries
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Unit information based on version 2021.02 of the Handbook