le mardi 20 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Bonus site for those who love dance: Danser: une nouvelle série à la télé
Final Exams in January: 

• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23
• listening exam: was in class Jan. 16.
• all  classes did their speaking exam Jan. 8 during class time.  Students who were absent or did not finish in class time must complete this assessment.  See Ms.K-J for details.

Schedule for Jan. 27 - 30 and beginning of Semester 2 - see Westdale Secondary website

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous nous préparons pour les examens.

• exam outline: Reviewed requirements for exam, then students had time to prepare for the exam. 
• group discussions and planning for written topic chosen, brainstormed ideas, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  
• Special treat activity: Saturday's newspapers from Ottawa "Le Droit" and Montréal "La Presse" to read articles that students find interesting to help with increasing reading skills.
• iPad minis available in class for students that have not yet submitted their oral exam or for exam preparation
• les devoirs:  Study for exam.  Make sure the reference sheet is ready.  Ms,K-J will be available in the school during exam days - either in classroom 316 or the Languages Office rm.312A.
• Make sure to have a good sleep, listen to French music, review notes, watch some French TV or read something in French before bed to help the brain think in French.  Eat a good breakfast.

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous nous préparons pour les examens.

• exam outline: Corrected mini-exam and reviewed requirements for exam, then students had time to prepare for the exam. 
• group discussions and planning for written topic chosen, brainstormed ideas, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  
• Special treat activity: Saturday's newspapers from Ottawa "Le Droit" and Montréal "La Presse" to read articles that students find interesting to help with increasing reading skills.
• iPad minis available in class for students that have not yet submitted their oral exam or for exam preparation
• les devoirs:  Study for exam.  Make sure the reference sheet is ready.  Ms,K-J will be available in the school during exam days - either in classroom 316 or the Languages Office rm.312A.
• Make sure to have a good sleep, listen to French music, review notes, watch some French TV or read something in French before bed to help the brain think in French.  Eat a good breakfast.

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous nous préparons pour les examens.

• exam outline: Reviewed requirements for exam, then students had time to prepare for the exam. 
• group discussions and planning for written topic chosen, brainstormed ideas, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  
• Special treat activity: Saturday's newspapers from Ottawa "Le Droit" and Montréal "La Presse" to read articles that students find interesting to help with increasing reading skills.
• iPad minis available in class for students that have not yet submitted their oral exam or for exam preparation
• les devoirs:  Study for exam.  Make sure the reference sheet is ready.  Ms,K-J will be available in the school during exam days - either in classroom 316 or the Languages Office rm.312A.
• Make sure to have a good sleep, listen to French music, review notes, watch some French TV or read something in French before bed to help the brain think in French.  Eat a good breakfast.

le lundi 19 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Bonus site for those who love dance: Danser: une nouvelle série à la télé
Final Exams in January: 

• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23
• listening exam: was in class Jan. 16.
• all  classes did their speaking exam Jan. 8 during class time.  Students who were absent or did not finish in class time must complete this assessment.  See Ms.K-J for details.

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous nous préparons pour les examens.

• exam outline: Time in class today for group discussions and planning for written topic chosen, brainstormed ideas, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Tues. Jan 20.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• Special treat activity: Saturday's newspapers from Ottawa "Le Droit" and Montréal "La Presse" to read articles that students find interesting to help with increasing reading skills.
• iPad minis available in class for students that have not yet submitted their oral exam.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous nous préparons pour les examens.

• exam outline: Time in class today for group discussions and planning for written topic chosen, brainstormed ideas, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Tues. Jan 20.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• iPad minis available in class for students that have not yet submitted their oral exam.
• film: Astérix & Obélix
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous nous préparons pour les examens.

• exam outline: Time in class today for group discussions and planning for written topic chosen, brainstormed ideas, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Tues. Jan 20.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• Special treat activity: Saturday's newspapers from Ottawa "Le Droit" and Montréal "La Presse" to read articles that students find interesting to help with increasing reading skills.
• iPad minis available in class for students that have not yet submitted their oral exam.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

le vendredi 16 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Final Exams in January: 

• listening exam: in class today Jan. 16.
• all my classes did their speaking exam Jan. 8 during class time.  Students who were absent or did not finish in class time must complete this assessment.  See Ms.K-J for details.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous montrons nos habilités en compréhension orale.

• examen d'écoute
• exam outline: Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• film: les Misérables
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• examen d'écoute
• exam outline: Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• film: Astérix & Obélix
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• examen d'écoute
• exam outline: Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• film: French Immersion
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

le jeudi 15 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes did their speaking exam Jan. 8 during class time.  It is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.  Students who were absent or did not finish in class time must complete this assessment.  See Ms.K-J for details.
• listening exam: in class.  Jan. 16.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment écouter pour l'information spécifique.

• écoute: DELF B1 activité 17 & 1 - 4.
• Continued work on exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition. Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• écoute: DELF B1 activité 1 - 4.
• Continued work on handout of exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition. Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• écoute: DELF B1 activité 1 - 4.
• Continued work on handout of exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition. Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

le mardi 13 janvier et le mercredi 14 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes did their speaking exam Jan. 8 during class time.  It is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.  Students who were absent or did not finish in class time must complete this assessment.  See Ms.K-J for details.
• listening exam: in class.  Jan. 16.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment écouter pour l'information spécifique.

• Received handout of exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition. Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• film: Les Misérables
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• Received handout of exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition. Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• Film: Astérix et Obélix
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• Received handout of exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition. Choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with group for help, then create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that will be able to use for the exam.  Finish all work for exam outline for Monday Jan 19.  Work hard in class and study at home too.
• film: French Immersion
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes, work on exam outline and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

le lundi 12 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes did their speaking exam Jan. 8 during class time.  It is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.  Students who were absent or did not finish in class time must complete this assessment.  See Ms.K-J for details.
• listening exam: in class.  Jan. 16.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment écouter pour l'information spécifique.

• Poème/chanson #JeSuisCharlie par Grand Corps Malade   lyrics: #JeSuisCharlie  et pour plus d'informations Grands Corps Malade
• écoute DELF B1 activités 15 - 16, pgs.21-24
• returned blog evaluations
• discussed exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition.  Students will receive a handout of the outline tomorrow.  They are to choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with their group for help, then will create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that they will be able to use for the exam.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• Poème/chanson #JeSuisCharlie par Grand Corps Malade   lyrics: #JeSuisCharlie  et pour plus d'informations Grands Corps Malade
• écoute DELF A2 activités 17, 18 & 19.
• returned blog evaluations
• discussed exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition.  Students will receive a handout of the outline tomorrow.  They are to choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with their group for help, then will create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that they will be able to use for the exam.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• Poème/chanson #JeSuisCharlie par Grand Corps Malade   lyrics: #JeSuisCharlie  et pour plus d'informations Grands Corps Malade
• écoute DELF B1 activités 1 & 2
• returned blog evaluations
• discussed exam outline and the choices of questions for the written composition.  Students will receive a handout of the outline tomorrow.  They are to choose one of the written topics, brainstorm ideas in discussion with their group for help, then will create a plan, mind-map or outline - point form only, not sentences, that they will be able to use for the exam.
• les devoirs:  It is recommended that students spend 20 - 30 minutes each evening reviewing French.
• Read or listen to articles discussing current events in France.
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

le vendredi 9 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes did their speaking exam Jan. 8 during class time.  It is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.  Students who were absent or did not finish in class time must complete this assessment.  See Ms.K-J for details.
• listening exam: in class.  Jan. 16.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment écouter pour l'information spécifique.

• écoute DELF B1 activités 13 - 14, pgs.19-21
• film: Les Misérables
• Pas de devoirs pour la fin de semaine unless haven't finished oral exam or other work.  It is suggested that students spend time reviewing French.
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• écoute DELF A2 activités 14, 15 & 16.
• Time to finish Au revoir les enfants summary questions and/or "les résolutions" handout for discussion notes.
• Film: Astérix et Obélix
• Pas de devoirs pour la fin de semaine unless haven't finished oral exam or other work.  It is suggested that students spend time reviewing French.
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• écoute DELF A2 activités 18 & 19
• le futur simple - corrected practice handout, speaking, continued to work on discussion about "les résolutions"
• film: French Immersion
• Pas de devoirs pour la fin de semaine unless haven't finished oral exam or other work.  It is suggested that students spend time reviewing French.
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

le jeudi 8 janvier 2015

Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes will do their speaking exam today - Jan. 8 during class time.  We have been doing specific preparation for that beginning Jan. 5, and it is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.
• listening exam: in class.  Jan. 15.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• oral exam (in library with iPads) - use your notes on the cue card prepared in class this week.  Follow handout and instructions given Mon. Jan. 5.
• When done exam - use iPad to prepare for listening and written/reading exams.  Check sites such as the "site of the day" posted at the beginning of many of my blog entries, in the "home study extras" below here and in the "recommended web sites" posted on the right side of this blog.  You may also wish to search for listening activities or songs in French to improve your listening skills.  You must be working independently on task in French.
• les devoirs:
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• oral exam (in library with iPads) - use your notes on the cue card prepared in class this week.  Follow handout and instructions given Mon. Jan. 5.
• When done exam - use iPad to prepare for listening and written/reading exams.  Check sites such as the "site of the day" posted at the beginning of many of my blog entries, in the "home study extras" below here and in the "recommended web sites" posted on the right side of this blog.  You may also wish to search for listening activities or songs in French to improve your listening skills.  You must be working independently on task in French.
• les devoirs:
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous faisons une réflexion de notre semestre.

• oral exam (in library with iPads) - use your notes on the cue card prepared in class this week.  Follow handout and instructions given Mon. Jan. 5.
• When done exam - use iPad to prepare for listening and written/reading exams.  Check sites such as the "site of the day" posted at the beginning of many of my blog entries, in the "home study extras" below here and in the "recommended web sites" posted on the right side of this blog.  You may also wish to search for listening activities or songs in French to improve your listening skills.  You must be working independently on task in French.
• les devoirs:
• Review notes and organize binder to help prepare for exams. 
• home study extras

le mercredi 7 janvier 2015

Bonne Année! et Joyeux Noël
Site of the day: Tips for learning languages  Lots of ideas here :)
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes will do their speaking exam on Jan. 8 during class time.  We are doing specific preparation for that beginning Jan. 5, but it is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.
• listening exam: in class.  tentatively Jan. 15.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment faire une réflexion.

• Preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - use handout and summary of Monday's discussion (see photo), success criteria to make your plan for the exam - Use your extensive idea sheet to make your notes on the cue card given in class today.  You are encouraged to make a mind-map using colours, but any format that works for you is acceptable.  Tomorrow, we will be using the iPads in the library for the exam.  
• le futur simple - checked written work if completed.  Answer keys available in class. Can continue discussion activity about les resolutions pour 2015 followed by writing (handout).  This does not have to be completed for tomorrow, but does need to be complete before the end of the week.
• le futur antérieur - review lesson, examples, speaking, handout - complete for early next week.
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam - finish preparing cue card.  Say it aloud once and time it.  Avoid repeating it to maintain a level of spontaneity. 
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment  faire une réflexion

• Preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - use handout and summary of Monday's discussion (see photo), success criteria to make your plan for the exam - Use your extensive idea sheet to make your notes on the cue card given in class today.  You are encouraged to make a mind-map using colours, but any format that works for you is acceptable.  Tomorrow, we will be using the iPads in the library for the exam.
• Au revoir les enfants 
• Individual and/or group activity - summary discussion questions - handout. Done in class.
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam - finish preparing cue card.  Say it aloud once and time it.  Avoid repeating it to maintain a level of spontaneity. 
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment  faire une réflexion

• Preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - use handout and summary of Monday's discussion (see photo), success criteria to make your plan for the exam - Use your extensive idea sheet to make your notes on the cue card given in class today.  You are encouraged to make a mind-map using colours, but any format that works for you is acceptable.  Tomorrow, we will be using the iPads in the library for the exam. 
• écoute:  DELF A2, activités 16 - 17
• le futur simple - continued discussion activity about les resolutions pour 2015 followed by writing (handout). 
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam - finish preparing cue card.  Say it aloud once and time it.  Avoid repeating it to maintain a level of spontaneity. 
• home study extras

le mardi 6 janvier 2015

Bonne Année!
Site of the day: Ways to immerse yourself in French on-line
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes will do their speaking exam on Jan. 8 during class time.  We are doing specific preparation for that beginning Jan. 5, but it is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.
• listening exam: in class.  tentatively Jan. 15.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment parler de ce qu'on a appris ce semestre.

• Preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - use handout and summary of yesterday's discussion (see photo), success criteria to plan possibilities for the exam - make an extensive idea sheet.  Tomorrow, we will have time in class to continue, and will receive index cards to make the cue card for the exam.  
• le futur simple - review lesson, handout note, speaking activity with handout followed by written, discussion activity about les resolutions pour 2015 followed by writing (handout).  This does not have to be completed for tomorrow, but does need to be complete before the end of the week.
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment parler de ce qu'on a appris ce semestre.

• Preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - use handout and summary of yesterday's discussion (see photo), success criteria to plan possibilities for the exam - make an extensive idea sheet.  Tomorrow, we will have time in class to continue, and will receive index cards to make the cue card for the exam.  
• Au revoir les enfants 
• Corrected the rest of the questions.
• Individual and group activity - similarities and differences in students and schools from film in France 1944 and present (think more about middle school).
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment parler de ce qu'on a appris ce semestre.

• Preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - use handout and summary of yesterday's discussion (see photo), success criteria to plan possibilities for the exam - make an extensive idea sheet.  Tomorrow, we will have time in class to continue, and will receive index cards to make the cue card for the exam.  
• le futur simple - review lesson, handout note, speaking activity with handout followed by written, discussion activity about les resolutions pour 2015 followed by writing (handout).  This does not have to be completed for tomorrow, but does need to be complete before the end of the week.
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam
• home study extras

le lundi 5 janvier 2015

Bonne Année!
Site of the day: Ways to immerse yourself in French on-line
Final Exams in January: 

• all my classes will do their speaking exam on Jan. 8 during class time.  We are doing specific preparation for that beginning Jan. 5, but it is a culmination of all the speaking we have been doing in class and outside of class throughout the semester.
• listening exam: in class.  tentatively Jan. 15.
• writing/reading exams - 10 am - noon, in classroom 316
• FIF 2D (period 1) Wed. Jan. 21
• FIF 1D (period 2) Thurs. Jan. 22
• FSF 2D (period 3) Fri. Jan. 23

FIF 2D
le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment parler de ce qu'on a appris ce semestre.

• Conversations/Speaking activity - Qu'est-ce que tu as fait pendant les vacances d'hiver? - les partenaires, les cartes, l'ourson avec les lumières
• Explanation and preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - handout, discussion, co-creation of success criteria, planning - see photo for summary
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam
• home study extras

FIF 1D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment parler de ce qu'on a appris ce semestre.

• Conversations/Speaking activity - Qu'est-ce que tu as fait pendant les vacances d'hiver? - les partenaires, les cartes
• Explanation and preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - handout, discussion, co-creation of success criteria, planning - see photo for summary
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam
• home study extras

FSF 2D

le but d'apprentissage (learning goal): Nous apprenons comment parler de ce qu'on a appris ce semestre.

• Conversations/Speaking activity - Qu'est-ce que tu as fait pendant les vacances d'hiver? - les partenaires, les cartes, l'ourson avec les lumières
• Explanation and preparation for oral exam (in class Jan. 8) - handout, discussion, co-creation of success criteria, planning - see photo for summary
• les devoirs:
• prepare for oral exam
• home study extras