French I
Based on the Virginia Standards of Learning, French I provides students with guided instruction as they explore this world language. This course focuses on seven content strands for a modern world language, emphasizing reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the French language. These strands are:
- Interpersonal Communication;
- Interpretive Communication: Listening and Reading for Understanding;
- Presentational Communication: Speaking and Writing;
- Cultural Perspectives, Practices, and Products;
- Making Connections through Language;
- Linguistic and Cultural Comparisons; and
- Interacting in School and Global Communities.
Additionally, students gain an understanding of French culture and Francophone countries from all over the world.