Reading and listening comprehension, creative writing, and oral expression are developed throughout the course, with regular exploration of cultures and perspectives from Francophone countries. Students are assessed through a combination of individual work and collaborative projects. Learning is supported through interactive stories and novels that incorporate the core grammatical structures needed to become confident, effective…
This course targets all areas of language competency—reading, writing, speaking, and listening—using an acquisition-based approach. The emphasis is on acquiring language naturally rather than through isolated grammar drills or vocabulary lists. Students will have many opportunities to build on and extend their existing language skills through novel studies, cultural explorations, personal and formal writing, interactive…
This course targets all areas of language competency—reading, writing, speaking, and listening—through an acquisition-based approach that emphasizes natural language development rather than isolated grammar drills and vocabulary lists. Learning activities include novel studies, cultural investigations, personal and formal writing, interactive games, and dictées. Students will also extend their learning beyond the classroom through experiences such…
This course is designed to accommodate both beginners to the language and students who have had some previous French instruction. Listening, speaking, and writing skills are emphasized, along with a sound grammatical understanding. Students will be exposed to French through storytelling, which will facilitate genuine language acquisition. Any student who already speaks or has studied…
This course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP Chinese Language & Culture course is designed to develop students’ proficiencies in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin. The course emphasizes…
This course builds on the areas of language competency (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) developed in the previous year. Students will develop these skills by immersing themselves in a Mandarin-rich classroom environment supported by visual aids such as posters, signs, and gestures. Language acquisition is fostered through storytelling and engaging classroom discussions. Cultural exploration is…
The course explores at the connection between language and culture while providing the opportunity to improve all language skills in a very interactive way. Student develop their skills in reading and listening comprehension, and in writing and oral communication. Students learn through reading stories and authentic materials that include all the grammatical structures and vocabulary…