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Intermediate French (B1)

The intermediate French course (B1) comprises 42 hours of instruction , organized into two 2.5-hour sessions per week (5 hours/week) . The course spans 2 months.

The B1 program aims to move the learner from the status of a basic user to an independent user:
  • Review of essential A2 grammar points and introduction of new structures (e.g., reported speech in the present tense, simple subordinate clauses, expression of cause and effect).

  • Various dialogues and simulations: more complex role-playing games, scenarios involving unforeseen events (cancelling an appointment, managing a common problem).

  • Listening comprehension: listening to longer documents (excerpts from broadcasts, public announcements, conversations) to identify the essential points.

  • Reading comprehension: reading short texts (simple articles, stories, letters) with exercises to identify information and vocabulary in context.

  • Oral expression: short presentations (for example, talking about one's background, giving one's opinion on a familiar topic), with targeted correction of pronunciation and grammar.

  • Written expression: guided paragraph writing exercises (telling a memory, expressing a simple opinion), dictation exercises to reinforce spelling.

Method and materials:

Interactive, learner-centered pedagogy: the focus is on functional tasks closely resembling real-life situations. For example, participants can work in small groups on scenarios (organizing a trip, debating simple current events), which encourages spontaneous expression. Learning materials include authentic texts adapted to the learner's level (excerpts from accessible newspapers, graded podcasts) to familiarize them with real French.

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