Course Outline:

For Wednesday class:

This course is designed for students who have no knowledge of the French language or have studied French a long time ago. We will develop basic listening, speaking, writing and reading skills in a social and interactive environment. Students will learn to understand, express and read simple phrases, and exchange information in a variety of common situations. Homework is essential for the successful completion of the course. If you are unsure about your suitability, we can put you in touch with the instructor to discuss your level.

For Tuesday 10am - 12pm class:

Course description update: This course is designed for students who have a little knowledge of the French language or have studied French for at least two terms. We will start the term at page 44 of the textbook, Cosmopolite 1 (Dossier 2, leçon 4). We will cover the basic listening, speaking, writing and reading skills in a social and interactive environment. Students will continue to build up all aspects of the language in a systematic manner along with constant revisions throughout the Term. Students wishing to enrol should be familiar with possessive adjectives, interrogative adjectives, numbers, conjugation of être and avoir and –er verbs in the present tense. If you are unsure about your suitability, we can put you in touch with the instructor to discuss your level.

Please Bring:

Notebook and pen and the following textbooks

Textbooks

·       Cosmopolite A1, textbook available at https://www.abbeys.com.au/book/cosmopolite-1-a1-livre-deleve-dvd-rom-dowloadable-files.do ($61.95)

·       Cosmopolite A1, Cahier d'activités available at https://www.abbeys.com.au/book/cosmopolite-1-a1-cahier-dactivite-cd.do ($38.95)

_Please note: make sure you check with the college that the course has definitely got the numbers to run before purchasing the text books. The college will not accept responsibility if you have purchased the text book and the course is subsequently cancelled. You can contact us on phone (9970 1000) or email enquiries@nbmc.nsw.edu.au to check if the course is running.

For Zoom classes (if applicable):

Zoom is easy to use video conferencing software with a simple set up. You will be able to see your trainer and classmates and interact as though you were in the same room, all from the comfort of your own home!

This is what you need to join a Zoom classroom:

• Understanding the basics of using Zoom – see our free Zoom tutorial by clicking here.
• Access to a computer, iPad/tablet or smartphone; and
• A webcam* so that you can be seen by the trainer; and
• A microphone* so that you can participate in the class and be heard by the trainer; and
• A good Internet connection.

*If you have a laptop computer a webcam and microphone is usually built into the top of the screen frame. Smartphones and iPad/tablets also contain cameras and microphones.

Once you have watched our free tutorial and experimented with Zoom, if you still have questions, we are offering free Q & A Zoom sessions with one of our experienced trainers. See our Zoom page for available dates by clicking here.

Recommended Book Suppliers:

• Abbey's bookshop - York Street (in the CBD)
• www.amazon.fr

About The Tutor:

Dominique Partridge is an experienced tutor and has been tutoring at Mosman Evening College and now at Northern Beaches & Mosman College. She grew up in the countryside of France and has worked in Paris and London before moving to Australia. Dominique's experience in teaching and her in-depth knowledge of both, the French and English language, ensures her classes are of high standard. She uses up-to-date teaching methods and her classes are fun and stimulating!