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Course Overview

Course Overview
This course has been designed for those with a strong working knowledge of French, level B2 of the European Framework.You may have learnt French to a high level in school, have regularly visited France or French speaking countries or have been learning French yourself for a number of years. You will be able to understand French in the majority of situations. The course is delivered predominantly through the medium of French and you will take part in discussions on a number of different topics.The aim of the course is to help you develop your spoken French and enjoyment is key. There is the opportunity to participate in the Cardiff Nantes Exchange.

The first part of the class is taken up with general conversation confidently using a variety of tenses. We talk about what you have done in the previous week and any upcoming plans you may have.You can choose a topic of general interest to you such as differences between French and British culture, recommended films, programmes, plays and books, favourite cuisine, gardening news or current affairs.You will be encouraged to ask questions, comment as well as describe.The conversation is led by the class.

The second half of the class is more structured and based around the French text book Le Nouvel Édito Niveau B1. You can buy copies of the textbook from me for £26.
Different themes are covered each week. The course book includes audio and video material, as well as reading matter of a journalistic nature. These are used as a springboard for further comments, discussions and comparisons. We will be discussing topics such as consumerism, leisure, citizenship and literary detectives.

For more information contact Adult Learning by telephone: 02920 872030 or by emailing adultlearningquery@cardiff.gov.uk


Course Overview
For more information contact Adult Learning by telephone: 02920 872030 or by emailing adultlearningquery@cardiff.gov.uk

Additional Costs

Additional Costs
In addition to the textbook Le Nouvel Édito, a French dictionary, grammar book and access to the internet are all useful for home study. We will also use Complete French Grammar by Annie Heminway, published by McGraw Hill to recap any grammar points the class would like to practise. There is no need to purchase this immediately.



Additional Costs

What should I bring to the first lesson?

What should I bring to the first lesson?
Please bring a pen and paper to the first lesson and money for refreshments.
A dictionary or online app will also be useful.


First Lesson

Eligibility:

Eligibility:
Those who are not currently in education, training or employment and are in receipt of state benefits or support (excluding state retirement pension). those aged 50 plus who are not in full-time employment.
Those who are not currently in education, training or employment and are in receipt of state benefits or support (excluding state retirement pension). those aged 50 plus who are not in full-time employment.
- To allow us to provide equal opportunities for all eligible learners, please refrain from enrolling on more that three Learning For Work courses at this time. -
- To allow us to provide equal opportunities for all eligible learners, please refrain from enrolling on more that three Learning For Work courses at this time. -

Learner Note

Learner Note
This course is designed for adults with an experience of mental health issues.
This course is designed for adults with an experience of mental health issues.
This course is designed for adults with a learning difficulty.
This course is designed for adults with a learning difficulty.
08/01/2025
19/03/2025
13:30
15:30
2.00
10
Whitchurch Library
Cath Lawson
£142.00

This course is online only

This course is online only

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