Course Description
Ready to take your French skills to the next level? C’est parti! In French 2, our goal will be to delve deeper into French grammar while working through the four pillars of language learning: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Much of the focus in this class is on expressing and describing past events. Learning to use reflexive verbs will help students be more descriptive of their routines and feelings. Students will also learn how to use pronouns to make their communication more effective and efficient. In addition to formal language instruction, we will explore various aspects of the Francophone world and French culture. We’ll even take our language learning out of the classroom and into the kitchen for a tasty cultural experience!
Class sizes are limited to 12 students to allow for optimal communication within the classroom as well as teacher oversight on assignments.
This class also has a supplemental lab offered for students who wish to refine their pronunciation and take advantage of additional opportunities for listening comprehension and oral output. Please see French 2 Language Lab for more information and to register.
Course Structure
The class is structured around weekly live meetings. Class attendance and participation are crucial to success. Weekly assignments are posted that build on what was presented in class, preparing the student for the upcoming meeting. Students can anticipate having about 3-4 hours of homework each week. Course content units last 3-4 weeks with an assessment project/test at the end of each unit.
Students in French 2 will also be offered the opportunity to take part in the National French Exam, Le Grand Concours.
Who should enroll?
Students in grades 9-12 who have completed French 1 or its equivalent can enroll. Please contact the teacher if you have questions.
Technology/Other Requirements
- High speed, broadband Internet
- Microphone (for live session); a headset can be helpful if the setting has background noise
- Streaming video capabilities to watch recorded lectures
- A Quizlet account (free version) is highly recommended for vocabulary practice
- A scanner is helpful for turning in assignments
Evaluation and Feedback
Most weekly homework is graded the week it is turned in. Unit projects may require longer grading times. Students and/or parents are encouraged to contact Dr. Mikell with any questions should they have trouble with the assignments.
Weekly assignments receive the complete score unless some correcting is needed. So, if students do their work, including the corrections, they will get a perfect score for their weekly assignments. On the assessments, more details are taken into consideration. Are there opportunities for extra credit? Mais oui!
Communication
Parents and/or students are encouraged to email Dr. Mikell at smikell[at]aimacademy.online with questions regarding the class before the start of school. Once class has begun, please use the Canvas messaging system for all communication, and she will make every effort to respond within 24 hours.
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Gina E (verified owner) –
This is the second class my daughter takes with Mme. Barstow and she loves it. It is an entertaining and engaging class and my daughter is learning so much that she even talks french at home with her brother who is currently taking French I with Mme Barstow this year. Both my kids look forward to their French live class because there is lots of participation and opportunities to practice speaking French in different scenarios. Mme Barstow is an excellent teacher. The course’s content is very organized, she offers content that applies to different learning styles and real life situations. She takes the time to give detailed feedback and grades assignments promptly. I highly recommend this course!
Kimberly Martin –
As a student in the French 2 class, I think the class is great! Madam Barstow does a lot of different things to try and make learning the language fun and exciting while also helping us to really learn the subject thoroughly. I especially enjoy it when we do projects because she has us all interact with one another so it’s also a cool social experience!
Anu Gupta (verified owner) –
My daughter is taking French 2 with Ms. Barstow and loves her class. Ms. Barstow makes the class engaging and interactive and offers very encouraging remarks and suggestions. She has a talent for teaching hard concepts without making it too daunting or serious. My daughter is navigating the course mostly on her own and enjoys doing her homework assignments. The online interface is easy to use and Sally is very organized and prompt with posting homework assignments, grading etc. She also enjoys the French conversation class that Sally offers for additional practice. We are very happy with class and hoping to continue with her next year for French 3.
Lynnette F. –
“My son and daughter have taken French classes with Sally Barstow for three years. Sally, certainly has the knowledge and the ability to teach French on a professional level and keep her students interested.
As a result of taking Sally’s French class, my children are able communicate in French by speaking, writing and reading. It had been a rewarding experience for our family.” Lynnette F., Fredericksburg, VA
Dorothy S. –
“In my search for a French teacher for my daughter, we were blessed to find Mrs. Barstow. She was well known and highly recommended in the home school network. My daughter loved her class and learned so much during her time with Mrs. Barstow. She made learning the language fun by engaging the students in conversation, and giving the students an opportunity to showcase what they had learned during the Christmas and end of year celebrations. During these celebrations students would prepare skits and present them to the parents. The students were encouraged to try French cuisine and prepared dishes to share with family and friends. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to be blessed by Mrs. Barstow’s love for the French language and culture which was so evident in her teaching. “ Dorothy S., Fredericksburg, VA