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Samantha Shen
Key Aspects of French
Learning French at school is more than just memorizing words and grammar rules, it's about discovering a new way to communicate and understand the world. French classes help students build important language skills while introducing them to the rich culture of French speaking countries.
French vocabulary lessons focus on everyday topics such as family, hobbies, school life, food, and travel. Cultural learning plays an equally important role. Through films, songs, and stories, students explore French speaking countries around the world and learn about their traditions, festivals, and lifestyles. This not only makes learning more interesting, but also builds a sense of global awareness and appreciation for diversity.
One of the main aspects of French at school is the development of the four language skills which is reading, speaking, listening, and writing. Students listen to conversations, songs, and videos to improve their understanding of spoken French. They practice speaking through dialogues, presentations, and discussions to build confidence and fluency. Reading exercises allow students to explore different types of text, while writing tasks teach them how to express their thoughts clearly in French. Grammar and vocabulary is also key parts of this class. Students learn how sentences are formed, how verbs changed depending on tense, and how to use correct gender.
Fun Fact about French!
French at Palmer helps encourage communication and interaction to classes. Students are given opportunities to use the language in real situations, for example introducing themselves, asking for directions, or ordering food
French is also the only language, alongside English, that is taught in every country in the world! It boasts over 100 million students and 2 million teachers. In fact, the number of French speakers has tripled since 1945.
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