Welcome to French I
Embark on an exciting journey into the French language and Francophone culture. Perfect for high school students ready to explore one of the world's most beautiful languages.
Conversation Skills
Build confidence in speaking French through interactive conversations and pronunciation practice.
Cultural Immersion
Explore French and Francophone cultures, traditions, and customs from around the world.
Grammar Foundation
Master essential grammar structures and vocabulary for everyday communication.
High School Credit
Earn official high school credits in World Languages that count toward graduation.
Your French Adventure
A comprehensive one-semester journey through fundamental French language skills and cultural exploration.
Unit 1: Bienvenue!
Welcome! Master greetings, introductions, alphabet, numbers, and basic conversational phrases.
Unit 2: En Classe
In Class! Learn classroom vocabulary, school supplies, subjects, and academic expressions.
Unit 3: Ma Vie et Ma Famille
My Life and Family! Explore family relationships, daily routines, and personal descriptions.
Unit 4: La Nourriture et le Marché
Food and Market! Discover French cuisine, shopping vocabulary, and food preferences.
Unit 5: Où j'habite
Where I Live! Learn about home, neighborhood, directions, and describing places.
Unit 6: Les Célébrations et la Vie Culturelle
Celebrations and Culture! Explore French holidays, traditions, and cultural celebrations.
💡 Learning Approach
Each unit combines vocabulary building, grammar instruction, cultural exploration, and communicative activities. Students progress from basic phrases to meaningful conversations about topics that matter to them.
📋 Weekly Activities
- ✅ Interactive vocabulary games
- ✅ Pronunciation and accent training
- ✅ Grammar exercises and explanations
- ✅ Cultural exploration projects
- ✅ Conversation practice sessions
- ✅ French music and media exposure
⏰ Time Commitment
3-4 hours per week total:
- 📚 1 hour live class
- 📝 1-2 hours homework & practice
- 🎧 30-60 minutes listening practice
- 💬 Optional conversation groups
Class Schedule
Choose the session that works best for your schedule. Both options cover identical content.
5PM/6PM UK • 6PM CET
5PM/6PM UK • 6PM CET
📅 Course Schedule & Time Changes
This one-semester course begins during Daylight Saving Time at 12:00 PM ET. When Standard Time begins in November, classes will shift to 11:00 AM ET. International times shown include both Daylight (Aug-Nov) and Standard (Nov-Mar) periods.
Assessment Methods
Weekly vocabulary quizzes, conversation recordings, cultural projects, midterm and final assessments (retakes available).
Prerequisites
No prior French experience required! Perfect for high school students (grades 9-12) beginning their French journey.
Support Available
Weekly office hours, peer study groups, cultural discussion forums, and regular progress check-ins with families.
Meet Your Professor
Learn from an experienced educator passionate about French language and culture.
Patricia Donfack
With her multilingual background and passion for cultural exchange, Patricia creates an immersive French learning environment that makes the language accessible and enjoyable for all students. Her approach emphasizes authentic communication, cultural awareness, and building confidence in real-world French usage.
⚠️ Booking Reminder
Please change to your time zone before scheduling office hours to ensure you book the correct time!
Commencez Aujourd'hui!
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