French 2 upper: improve your speaking at a gentle pace

About this course

The course focuses on speaking strategies for communicating more fluently in French, including responding to other speakers, staying in French and managing spontaneous conversation without written support. It examines the differences between spoken and written language, communication skills and grammar knowledge, and spontaneous speech compared with scripted speaking. Teaching is based on spoken interaction, with pair and small-group discussions in French. Short discussions in English are also used to clarify approaches and strategies for improving fluency.

What you'll learn

• Apply strategies for communicating in French without relying on English
• Respond to other speakers in spontaneous conversations
• Speak with less reliance on a written script
• Distinguish between features of written and spoken French
• Explain how practising without written support can develop speaking ability

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners at Pre-intermediate (A2+) level who have studied French for around four years or have equivalent knowledge. It is particularly aimed at students taking a gentle-pace course or those who find it difficult to speak independently. Participation involves regular pair and small-group speaking in French.

• Requires prior French study or equivalent language knowledge
• Includes frequent pair and small-group discussions
• Some strategy-focused discussion takes place in English

Before you go

• Teaching and learning resources are provided through Google Classroom.
• The provider states that there is nothing to bring and no additional costs.