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Catholic District School Board Writing Partnership Course Profile
Core French Grade 10
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Acknowledgments Catholic District School Board Writing Teams - Core French Course Profile Writing Team - Units 1 and 2
Jean-François Côté, Project Manager/Lead Writer
Denise Goulet
Antoinette Liscio
Marina Mascherin
Frank Milani Course Profile Writing Team - Units 3, 4, and 5
Michael Salvatori, Project Manager/Lead Writer
Daniela Barzotto
Cathy Geraci
Lynette Owock
Course Overview
Core French, Grade 10 Academic
Identifying Information Course Developers: Jean-François Côté, Denise Goulet, Antoinette Liscio,
Marina Mascherin, Frank Milani, Micheal Salvatori, Daniela Barzotto, Cathy
Geraci, Lynette Owock.
District: Toronto Catholic District School Board
Course Title: Core French
Grade: Ten
Development Date: February 2000
Course Type: Academic
Ministry Course Code: FSF2D
Credit Value: 1 Description/Rationale This course enables students to increase their knowledge and understanding
of the French language, further develop their language skills, and deepen
their understanding and appreciation of francophone culture around the
world. Under the umbrella theme of Autour de la francophonie en 110 heures,
students will have the opportunity to explore various francophone regions.
They will develop and apply critical thinking skills in discussion and in
their analysis and interpretation of various genres. By studying and using
more complex language conventions, students will become more proficient in
French. Exposing the students to these various cultures will allow them to
make associations between their own life experiences and those of their
peers around the French-speaking world. Through the use of technology,
students will, in effect, explore the francophone world at large and bring
it closer to their own reality. How This Course Supports The Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations By its very nature, the content of this course reflects the social teaching
of the Catholic Church. As students gain an appreciation of Francophone
people, their history, and their culture, they will develop an intrinsic
sense of social responsibility, human solidarity, and life and justice
issues. Furthermore, through this exposure, students will be continually
challenged to become Christ-centred by addressing issues of bias,
inclusivity, and tolerance.
The communicative nature of the course fosters the process of self-
discovery and respect by allowing students to work co-operatively in pairs
and small groups. In learning to become proficient in French, students are
called to apply and communicate Gospel values as they critically analyse
the material. Unit Titles (Time and Sequence) |Unit 1 |L'Ontario, le Canada, et la Louisiane |35 |
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|Unit 2 |Les Antilles, Haïti, la Guadeloupe, et l'île Maurice|15 |
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|Unit 3 |L'Afrique francophone |15 |
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|Unit 4 |La Polynésie française et le Viêt-nam |10 |
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|Unit 5 |L'Europe (la France, la Suisse, la Belgique) |35 |
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Unit Organization
Unit 1: L'Ontario, le Canada, et la Lousiane Time: 28 hours
Description
This unit is intended to provide the students with opportunities to
experience French life in francophone communities in Canada and Louisiana.
Through the travel experiences of 15-year-old twins Lisa and Andrew,
students visit Ontario, New Brunswick, Québec, and Louisiana. After many
years of studying French, Lisa and Andrew are proud and happy to be able to
live and communicate in French. Through their adventures, students are
exposed to geography, history, literature, current events, music, and media
which enrich their experiences. Students also have opportunities to reflect
on the similarities and differences between English and French cultures.
Insights into Canada's duality are a witness to Catholic social teaching by
promoting equality, democracy, and solidarity for a just, peaceful, and
compassionate society.
Strand(s) and Expectations
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations: CGE 1d, 1i; 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d,
2e; 3c, 3e, 3f; 4a, 4f, 4g; 5a, 5e, 5g; 6a, 6c; 7b, 7e, 7f, 7g, 7i, 7j.
Strand(s): Oral Communication, Reading, Writing
Overall Expectations: OCV.01D, OCV.02D, OCV.03D, OCV.04D, OCV.05D;
REV.01D, REV.02D, REV.03D; WRV.01D, WRV.02D, WRV.03D.
Specific Expectations: OCI.01D, OCI.02D, OCI.03D, OC2.01D, OC2.02D,
OC2.03D, OC2.04D, OC2.05D; OC3.01D, OC3.02D, OC3.03D, OC3.04D; RE1.01D,
RE1.03D, RE1.04D, RE1.05D, RE1.06D, RE2.01D, RE2.02D, RE2.03D, RE2.04D,
RE2.05D, RE2.06D; WR1.01D, WR1.02D, WR1.03D, WR1.04D, WR2.01D, WR2.02D,
WR2.03D. Unit 2: Les Antilles et l'île Maurice Time: 15 hours
Description
In this unit, Lisa and Andrew visit Haïti, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Île
Maurice. As they discover the beauty of these islands and the joie de vivre
of the people, they develop a sensitivity to the hard reality of life in
some countries. The students are challenged to reflect upon and respond to
relevant social issues. They expand their knowledge of geography and
history, and become attuned to various historical events, political
concerns, and repercussions. In this way, students gain insight into the
cultures of these francophone areas.
Strand(s) and Expectations
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations: CGE 1i, 7f, 2e, 3f, 5c, 5e,
7e, 7g.
Strand(s): Oral Communication, Reading, Writing
Overall Expectations: OCV.01D, OCV.02D, OCV.04D; REV.02D, REV.03D,
REV.04D; WRV.01D, WRV.O2D, WRV.03D.
Specific Expectations: OC1.01D, OC1.03D, OC2.04D, OC3.02D; RE1.07D,
RE1.01D, RE2.04D; WR1.01D, WR1.02D, WR2.02D. Unit 3: L'Afrique francophone Time: 22 hours
Description
As the voyage continues, Lisa and Andrew explore three major African
countries - le Sénégal, le Maroc, and l'Algérie. Through the students'
exposure to new Francophone regions, they are encouraged to adopt a healthy
respect for the faith traditions, world religions, and the life journeys of
all people. Issues of geography, history, colonization, religion, and
culture are highlighted. The number of African authors writing in French is
impressive. Students are given an opportunity to appreciate the
contributions made by authors such as Camara Laye. The fact that the
world's three great religions co-exist in this part of the world provides a
springboard for meaningful discussion.
As well, Arabic architecture, art, and script are introduced for their
intrinsic interest and beauty.
Strand(s) and Expectations
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations: CGE 3c, 3f, 5e, 7e, 7g.
Strand(s): Oral Communication, Reading, Writing
Overall Expectations: OCV.05D, OCV.03D; REV.01D, REV.02D; WRV.01D,
WRV.03D.
Specific Expectations: OC1.02D, OC2.01D, OC2.05D, OC3.04D; REI.01D,
REI.05D, RE1.06D; WR1.03D, WR2.02D. Unit 4: La Polynésie française et le Viêt-nam Time: 10 hours
Description
Students follow Lisa and Andrew to the Pacific where they visit the natural
beauties of la Polynésie française and le Viêt-nam. They explore the
history, arts, and geography of these regions and recognize the inherent
value of these ancient cultures. Students discuss the role that Canadians
play in the preservation of nature and how our lifestyle can adversely
affect world ecosystems, creating such problems as global warming. In
evaluating causes and effects, students learn to promote values such as
sustainability and equality.
Strand(s) and Expectations
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations: CGE 1d, h, 2e, 3b. c, f.
4a, d, h, 5a, e, g.
Strand(s): Oral Communication, Reading, Writing
Overall Expectations: OCV.03D, OCV.05D; REV.02D, REV.03D; WRV.02D,
WRV.03D.
Specific Expectations: OC1.02D, OC2.04D, OC3.01D, OC3.02D, OC3.03D,
OC3.04D; RE1.01D, RE1.04D, RE2.03D, RE2.04D, RE2.06D; WR1.01D, WR1.02D,
WR1.03D, WR1.04D, WR2.01D, WR2.02D, WR2.05D. Unit 5: L'Europe (la France, la Suisse, la Belgique) Time: 35 hours
Description
In this last unit, Lisa and Andrew visit France, the founding nation of La
Francophonie, as well as Switzerland and Belgium. Students gain