University of Technology Sydney

97408 Show and Tell: Francophone Cultures on Display

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UTS: International Studies: International Studies and Languages
Credit points: 8 cp
Result type: Grade and marks

Requisite(s): 97406 French Language and Culture 6 OR 97407 Francophone Identities in Conflict OR 97409 Francophone Cultures of Consumption OR 97410 Places and Spaces of the Francophone World

Description

This subject is designed to provide students who are proficient in reading, listening, speaking and writing in French with opportunities to engage with francophone culture. Students examine and engage with the sociocultural contexts in which the language is used, specifically with regard to its role in visual and performative communication in the francophone world. Via written and oral assessments that demonstrate continuing mastery of the French language, students, both individually and with their peers, respond to and analyse a variety of authentic sources in a manner that considers their cultural provenance and role.

Subject learning objectives (SLOs)

A.. Communicate effectively in oral and written form, in French, on a wide range of topics, as set out in the subject program. This roughly corresponds to the skill set for students at the B2/C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
B.. Demonstrate critical cultural awareness of multiple francophone peoples and societies.
C.. Evidence competence in critical engagement with the specific topics discussed in the subject program.
D.. Effectively employ strategies and resources for independent learning as relevant to the subject program.

Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)

This subject engages with the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs), which are tailored to the Graduate Attributes set for all graduates of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (INT = International Studies CILOs):

  • Communicate effectively and appropriately in an additional language for everyday and professional purposes. (INT.3.2)

Teaching and learning strategies

Class time is used for interactive practice and advancement of skills through work in pairs, small and large groups and/or presentations, as well as clarification of subject content. Students will spend a substantial portion of each lesson in dialogue with their peers and their teacher.

Preparation for these activities requires students to complete exercises and reading/listening/viewing activities prior to coming to class and for them to make effective use of subject materials (including UTS Online), community and peer resources available to them to support their learning. As this is an 8 credit point subject, the approximate time commitment expected from students is 12 hours per week, including class time.

Students will customise their learning experience as per the Global French approach to promote their engagement with francophone peoples and societies. This entails keeping in mind one's goals for the use of French (for instance studying abroad or travel in a particular country or region) and tailoring one's practice and learning to maximise exposure to local variants of the language, relevant cultural norms and authentic materials from the area.

As part of an immersive approach to language education, students are expected to use only French when communicating with each other or with their teacher in class.

Students are encouraged to explore subject materials and concepts through independent research, creative outputs and/or close textual analysis.

Content (topics)

Students will be called upon to analyse major linguistic aspects of the texts, as well as to engage with the visual elements of the texts (films, television shows, ads, graphic novels, bandes dessinées, plays, etc.). They will develop a sound understanding of Francophone cultures and the relationship between language and visual culture through group discussions, individual and group presentations, writing, independent research and the production of an original work that emphasizes both the French language and the visual and/or performative.

Assessment

Assessment task 1: Homework

Objective(s):

A., B. and C.

Weight: 10%
Length:

Variable.
Criteria linkages:
Criteria Weight (%) SLOs CILOs
Timely completion of assigned homework tasks 100 A., B., C. INT.3.2
SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 2: Listening skills

Objective(s):

A.

Weight: 10%
Length:

Up to 30 minutes.
Criteria linkages:
Criteria Weight (%) SLOs CILOs
Mastery of listening skills 100 A. INT.3.2
SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 3: Oral skills

Objective(s):

A., B. and C.

Weight: 30%
Length:

20 minutes.
Criteria linkages:
Criteria Weight (%) SLOs CILOs
Lexical and grammatical variety and accuracy 30 A., B., C. INT.3.2
Mastery of features of spoken language (pronunciation, intonation, speed & stress) 10 A., B., C. INT.3.2
Relevance and development of ideas 50 A., B., C. INT.3.2
Quality of interactive skills 10 A., B., C. INT.3.2
SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 4: Writing skills

Objective(s):

A., B. and C.

Weight: 50%
Length:

Project: variable (BD insertions); 750 words (exegesis).

Response paper: 1000 words.

Criteria linkages:
Criteria Weight (%) SLOs CILOs
Lexical and grammatical variety and accuracy 50 A., B., C. INT.3.2
Ideas (coherence, relevance and development) 50 A., B., C. INT.3.1
SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Minimum requirements

Attendance at tutorials is essential in this subject. Classes are based on a collaborative approach that involves essential work-shopping and interchange of ideas with other students and the tutor. A roll will be taken at each class. If you are late to class and not present when the roll is taken, it is your responsibility to tell your tutor at the end of that class so that your attendance can be recorded. Please note that if you are more than 30 minutes late, you will be noted as absent. Students who miss more than 85% of their classes will be refused their final assessment, i.e. Assessment Task 4: Writing Skills (see Rule 3.8). In order to pass this subject, students must earn an overall total of 50 marks or more.

Required texts

Class materials are available on Canvas and via the library's electronic reserves.

Films may be available to stream online. DVDs are also available for short term loan via the library.

Students should also be aware of the Policies and Procedures for Assessment of Coursework Subjects: http://www.gsu.uts.edu.au/policies/assessment-coursework-policy.html, http://www.gsu.uts.edu.au/policies/assessment-coursework-procedures.html.

Recommended texts

Since this subject is content-based and departs from the traditional format of language and culture subjects, no language textbook for grammar or vocabulary has been assigned. Students are nonetheless encouraged to make sure they have adequate reference works (a comprehensive bilingual dictionary, a monolingual French dictionary, a grammar, thesaurus). Students who wish to make use of a comprehensive grammar workbook are recommended to purchase a copy of Reprise: A French Grammar Review Worktext, 2nd edition by David M. Stillman and Ronni L. Gordon, which is available at the co-op bookshop.

References

GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY

  • Bescherelle, M. (2005). Complete Guide to Conjugating 12000 French Verbs. Paris: Hatier.
  • Grégoire, M. & Kostucki, A. (2017). Grammaire progressive du français (B2 C2 Perfectionnement). Paris: CLE International.
  • Grégoire, M. & Kostucki, A. (2019). Grammaire progressive du français corrigés (B2 C2 Perfectionnement). Paris: CLE International.
  • Mermet, G. (2018). Francoscopie 2030: nous, aujourd'hui et demain. Paris: Larousse.
  • Miquel, C. (2018). Vocabulaire progressif du français (Avancé B2 C1.1) (3rd edition). Paris: CLE International.
  • Miquel, C. (2018). Vocabulaire progressif du français corrigés (Avancé B2 C1.1) (3rd edition). Paris: CLE International.
  • Morton, J. (2013). English Grammar for Students of French. Ann Arbor, MI: Olivia & Hill Press.
  • Stillman, D.M. & Gordon, R.L. (2006). Reprise: A French Grammar Review Worktext. Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill Education - Europe.

DICTIONARY

  • All-New Edition Larousse's French-English English-French Dictionary. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster Inc.

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