Course Outline

This class is a continuation of 4 terms or 1 year of Beginners French with Dominique. New students also welcome. If unsure if this course is suitable for you, we can put you in touch with the instructor to discuss your level.Students joining this course should be familiar with “passé-composé”, future tenses, imperative and the use of superlatives. The course includes textbook work, grammar, conversation skills, cultural texts and videos. This class will be held both face to face and through Zoom. Please contact the college if you wish to participate via Zoom in order to receive the invitation.

Please call and check with the office on 9970 1000 to confirm the class is going ahead before purchasing your book. NBMC is not liable to for any loss incurred from purchasing a textbook if a class is cancelled.

Virtual Classroom

This is what you need to join the Zoom class:

• 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.
h3. Please bring:

Textbook: Totem A2
Available: https://www.abbeys.com.au/book/totem-2-a2-livre-deleve-dvd-digital-manual.do ($57) or Abbey’s bookshop, 131 York Street, Sydney CBD
or https://www.bookdepository.com/Totem/9782011560551 ($50)

About The Tutor

Dominique Partridge has been tutoring at Mosman Community College and now at Northern Beaches & Mosman College for 20 years. 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!