Courses

Methodology of Teaching French as a Foreign Language

Teacher Training in France

Start date

Every Monday

Min course length

1 week

Minimum age

Max course length

no maximum

Hours / week

Max class size

Schedule

9:30am - 4pm Monday - Friday

Course Description

ERASMUS+ Methodology of teaching French as a Foreign Language (FLE)

The input sessions in FLE include practical exercises based on Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) methodology to combine theory and practise in FLE. Participants are asked to reflect on their own practise, investigate alternate approaches, and participate in a range of classroom activities throughout the course.

For foreign instructors of French (or other modern foreign languages) who want to improve their teaching skills, the Methodology Course entails small-group study. Small groups of experts participate in input sessions, which are intended to provide insight into current language teaching methodologies and strategies. Thematic modules/sessions include theoretical components, hands-on French language teaching strategies, and the development of pedagogical activities that attendees may apply when they return to work.

Preparation

Pre-course Preparative Modalities:

Pre-course, arrival, and cultural information
Online language level testing
Needs analysis and educational background profile

Practical Arrangements

Intra-Course Modalities offered by the Course Provider:

Pedagogic learning materials for course tutors
Learning goals are established.
Ongoing examination and evaluation, including progress feedback
Advice and guidance on homework assignments
Pastoral care and accommodation services: Emergency contact available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Every day, there is an optional supplementary language workshop.
Tour of the city and a welcoming activity
Students have access to the school library and media centre.

Follow-Up Provided:

Post-Course Modalities:

A Certificate of Attendance and Achievement
Europass Mobility
End of course test and programme evaluation
Post-course forum
Pedagogic teaching materials

Who is this course for?

Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes

To familiarise participants with recent pedagogical and classroom developments in FLE
To improve language teaching practise and offer innovative classroom ideas
To provide a variety of techniques and methodological approaches to teaching FLE
To provide opportunities for reflection and feedback
To increase participants' confidence in their lesson delivery
To develop and consolidate participants' French language skills
To promote awareness of contemporary France
To establish connections between teachers from a variety of European backgrounds which facilitates future networking and partnership potential