International Languages
 
Core French - Grade 9 - FSF1D - ACADEMIC

This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills. Students will build on and apply their knowledge of French while exploring a variety of themes, such as relationships, social trends, and careers. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities.

Pre-requisite: None

 
 
Core French - Grade 9 - FSF1P - APPLIED

This course emphasizes the concurrent development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills, using a broad-based theme such as the media. Students will enhance their ability to understand and speak French through conversations, discussions, and presentations. They will also read short stories, articles, poems, and songs, and write brief descriptions, letters, dialogues, and invitations.

Pre-requisite: None

 
 
Core French - Grade 10 - FSF2D - ACADEMIC

This course enables students to increase their knowledge of the French language, further develop language skills, and deepen their understanding and appreciation of francophone culture around Exploring a variety of themes, students will develop and apply critical thinking skills in discussion analysis and interpretation of texts, and in their own writing.

Pre-requisite: French, grade 9, Academic or Applied

 
 
Core French - Grade 10 - FSF2P APPLIED

This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills using a broad-based theme such as adolescence. Students will expand their knowledge of French by studying series of theme-related topics, such as students' rights and responsibilities, relationships with peers adults, and part-time jobs.

Pre-requisite: French, grade 9, Academic or Applied

 
 
Core French Grade 11 - FSF30 - OPEN

This course draws on a broad theme, such as leisure activities, to develop oral communication, reading and writing skills. Students will give presentations, read a selection of short stories and articles, and produce a variety of written assignments. The use of correct grammar and appropriate a language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.

Pre-requisite: French, grade 10, Academic or Applied

 
 
Core French Grade 11 - FSF3U - UNIVERSITY

This course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of reading and writing skill and to reinforce oral communication skills. Students will gain a greater understanding of French-speaking cultures in Canada and around the word through their reading of a variety of materials, including a short novel or a play. Students will produce various written assignments, including a formal essay. The use of correct grammar and appropriate a language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.

 
 

Core French -Grade 12 - FSF4U - UNIVERSITY

This course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of French-language skills. Students will consolidate their own oral skills as they discuss literature, culture, and current issues. They will read a variety of texts and will write a formal essay. The use of correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.

Pre-requisite: Core French, Grade 11, University Preparation

 
 

Core French Grade 12 - FSF40 - OPEN

This course focuses on the development of French-language skills that students can use in the business world or the workplace. Students will give presentations, read a selection of materials appropriate to the topics under study, and produce a variety of written assignments. The use of correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.

Pre-requisite: Core French, Grade 11, Open or University Preparation

 
 
International Languages
 
International Languages Level 2 - LBABD - LYXBDP
Spanish/Portuguese/Polish - Grade 10 - ACADEMIC

This course provides students with the language learning experiences that will enable them to communicate in the language of study. Students will continue to develop and apply their speaking skills in a variety of contexts, and will participate in activities that will improve their reading comprehension and writing skills. They will also continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language under study is spoken by taking part in community-sponsored events and activities involving both print and technological resources. Although students will continue to expand their vocabulary and repertoire of language structures, the language they will use at this level will still be simple.

Pre-requisite: None

 
 
International Languages Level 2 - LBABO - LYXBO
Spanish/Portuguese/Polish - Grade 10 - OPEN

This course provides students with opportunities to further develop their oral communication skills in the language of study, increase their confidence in using the language in practical situations, and continue to
investigate related career opportunities. Students will be involved in activities that promote the use of the language in real-life situations. They will also continue their exploration of the culture of countries where the language under study is spoken. Although students will continue to expand their vocabulary and repertoire of language structures, the language they will use at this level will still be simple.

Pre-requisite: None

 
 
International Languages, Level 3, University Preparations - LBACU - LYXCU
Portuguese/Spanish/ Polish - Grade 11 - ACADEMIC

This course offers students opportunities to further develop their knowledge of the international language and to enhance their communication skills. Students will use increasingly sophisticated language in a variety of activities that will enable them to speak and write with clarity and accuracy. Students will also enhance their thinking skills through the critical study of literature, and continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language is spoken through a variety of print and technological resources.

Pre-requisite: Grade 10, Open

 
 
International Languages, Level 3, University Preparations - LBACO-LYXCO -
Portuguese/ Polish - Grade 11 - OPEN

This course provides students with opportunities to further develop their communication skills in their international language and increase their confidence in applying them in a variety of practice situations, including contexts related to future employment. Students will engage in a variety of activities and use resources that will allow them to use the language in various real-life situations. They will also continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language is spoken, and investigate careers that require facility in the language

Pre-requisite: Grade 10, Open

 
 
International Languages , Level 4, - LBADU - LYXDU - UNIVERSITY

This course prepares students for university studies in the international language. Students will enhance their ability to use the language with clarity and precision, and will develop the language skills needed to engage in sustained conversations and discussions, understand and evaluate information, read diverse materials for both study and pleasure, and write clearly and effectively. Students will also have opportunities to add to their knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken through the use of community resources and computer technology. ,

Pre-requisite: International Languages, Level 3, University Preparation

 
 
International Languages, Level 4 - LBADO-LYXDO - OPEN

This course prepares students with opportunities to consolidate the language skills required for effective communication in business and personal contexts. Students will use a variety of print and technological
resources that will promote their ability to apply the language in practical situations, and will engage in activities such as writing memos, reading articles, and applying conversational skills in business contexts. They will also add to their knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken by using resources from the local and international community.

Pre-requisite: International Languages, Level 3, University Preparation

 


 

 

 


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