Module Code - Title:

FR4927 - FRENCH FOR BUSINESS 7A

Year Last Offered:

2023/4

Hours Per Week:

Lecture

1

Lab

1

Tutorial

2

Other

2

Private

4

Credits

6

Grading Type:

N

Prerequisite Modules:

FR4925

Rationale and Purpose of the Module:

This module is set at B2+ on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). While building on previously acquired reading, speaking, writing and listening skills, the course aims to enhance studentsÆ abillity to engage with and express effectively ideas and concepts through the means of the target language - by analysing primary sources relating to institutions and policies of the EU and the place and role of France within Europe - by giving students opportunities to practice their oral and written skills (e.g. video-viewing tasks) - by encouraging team-work and intercultural understanding via collaborative learning with Erasmus students.

Syllabus:

This syllabus is set at B2+ on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The French for Business 7 module provides students with a language rich environment to further their knowledge and increase their confidence. In the lecture, students are introduced to the main policies and institutions governing the European Union and issues regarding its unity and diversity. In the tutorials, students are taught the techniques necessary to make a detailed presentation on social or economic issues through the use of statistics, graphs and key phrases. In addition, through the study of TV documentaries and news bulletins students explore French and European society and culture from a linguistic and socio-economic point of view. Finally, students study a literary text related to the module title, currently, VoltaireÆs Candide.

Learning Outcomes:

Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: - demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of the European Union - select, interpret and analyse information presented in the French Media

Affective (Attitudes and Values)

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: - give an oral presentation and take part in classroom debates surrounding the past, current and future state of the European Union. - display their analytical and critical abilities to

Psychomotor (Physical Skills)

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: - use language flexibly and spontaneously for social, academic and professional purposes - produce clear and structured oral and written work

How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:

Students will receive a one-hour lecture each week and will also attend three one-hour tutorial each week. Students will have experience of both a large group learning environment in their weekly lectures and also benefit from small group tutorial teaching. Students will be engaged in active learning both inside and outside the classroom.

Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):

Prime Texts:

Voltaire (2004) Candide , Larousse

Bitsch, M. (2004) Histoire de la construction européenne de 1945 à nos jours , Editions Complexe

Other Relevant Texts:

Hawkins,R.&Towell,R. (2001) French grammar and usage , Arnold

Hachette (1997) Oxford hachette Dictionary , OUP

Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:

Semester - Year to be First Offered:

Autumn

Module Leader:

Dominique.LeMeur@ul.ie