Prerequisites
This course is for complete beginners with no prior knowledge of the French language.
Goals
The goal of this course is to provide you with the basics of the French language at level A1 according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). You will be able to:
- Introduce yourself and ask others about their name and where they live.
- Understand and use simple words and phrases for everyday situations.
- Have basic conversations with someone who speaks slowly and clearly.
Content
In this course, you will learn:
- How to introduce yourself and others.
- How to ask and answer simple questions.
- To speak and write about simple topics in French.
- Basic grammar and sentence structure.
- Common words and phrases for everyday use.
- About cultures and societies where French is spoken.
Course structure
The course runs for 7 weeks from November 3 to December 15, with one 1.5-hour lesson per week. Lessons focus on oral communication, but all language skills – reading, writing, listening, and speaking – will be practiced. The teacher primarily uses French during lessons but will use English or Swedish to clarify and explain when necessary. You will participate actively in lessons through pair and small group exercises and are encouraged to dedicate a few hours to home practice between classes. The group is limited to a maximum of 16 participants.
Course literature
We use Prêt-à-parler 1 A1. Méthode de français. Livre de l'élève (ISBN 9788411570022). This textbook is designed to develop all language skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Information about where to purchase the book will be provided with the course start notification, which you will receive one week before the course begins. Course literature is not included in the course fee.
Course leader
Your course leader, Lou, is a trained French as a second language (FLE) instructor and a native French speaker. They bring both expertise and enthusiasm to help you develop confidence in speaking French.
Booking information
The last day to register is one week before the course starts. The course will only run if the minimum number of participants is met. To ensure the course takes place, register at least one week before the start date. Payment is required at the time of booking. If you have a foreign bank card, please contact the language department to request an invoice.
Questions?
Do you need a different setup or have questions? Contact us at sprak.umea@folkuniversitetet.se.
Kursledare
Louise Patrouix
I'm very curious by nature, be it about subjects, practices, anything and everything. It is something very important for me and I like to encourage and support that attitude in my students.
I'm interested in teaching a language via its culture in the wide sense: pop culture, cinema, sports, theater, arts. That's the interesting part about learning a new language in my opinion: access to its life and culture! In my course focus is brought to talking and expressing ideas while learning the language's structure. My strength is trying to adapt to each student and sharing her interests and encouraging you to share yours.
I have a teaching French as a Foreign Language (FFL) certification from Université de Liège (BE) as well as a bachelor in Culture and Media Studies (FR) and a master in Gender Studies (SE). When I’m not teaching at Folkuniversitetet, I am an artist and studying Curatorial practices at university.
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