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FACULTY OF ECONOMICS & ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES / IR334 - INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Code: IR334 Course Title: FRENCH II Theoretical+Practice: 3+0 ECTS: 5
Year/Semester of Study 3 / Spring Semester
Level of Course 1st Cycle Degree Programme
Type of Course Optional
Department INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Pre-requisities and Co-requisites None
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Teaching Period 14 Weeks
Name of Lecturer İSMİHAN TOPDAĞ (ismihantopdag@nevsehir.edu.tr)
Name of Lecturer(s)
Language of Instruction English
Work Placement(s) None
Objectives of the Course
French language acquisition

Learning Outcomes PO MME
The students who succeeded in this course:
LO-1 Understand and use frequently used phrases and expressions in daily conversations. PO-5 To be able to establish effective communication, oral and written; at least one foreign language in general use at the level of the European language portfolio B1.
 		Examination
LO-2 Communicate in routine situations requiring direct exchange of information. PO-13 Has the competence to evaluate and apply the knowledge, skills and competencies acquired during the education process in business life.
 		Examination
LO-3 Gain cultural insights into French traditions, customs, and social norms. PO-15 Develops individual skills related to artistic and sportive subjects.
 		Examination
PO: Programme Outcomes
MME:Method of measurement & Evaluation

Course Contents
This course is a continuation of French 1 and aims to further develop students' skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French. The course focuses on expanding vocabulary, improving grammar, and enhancing communication skills through real-life dialogues and cultural insights. Students will engage in interactive exercises, role-plays, and written assignments to strengthen their proficiency in the French language.
Weekly Course Content
Week Subject Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Basic grammar, essential vocabulary Oral Expression
2 Talking about everyday activities, common verbs Oral Expression
3 Vocabulary for stores, restaurants, and markets Oral Expression
4 Giving and understanding directions, using public transport Oral Expression
5 Seasons, temperature, weather expressions Oral Expression
6 Likes, dislikes, personal interests Oral Expression
7 Arranging meetings, discussing schedules Oral Expression
8 mid-term exam
9 Common health-related phrases, visiting a doctor Oral Expression
10 Cultural aspects of French celebrations Oral Expression
11 Formal and informal writing styles Oral Expression
12 Introduction to past tense verbs Oral Expression
13 Booking hotels, asking for tourist information Oral Expression
14 Using the future tense, discussing aspirations Oral Expression
15 General evaluation and assessment Oral Expression
16 final exam
Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading
1 "Grammaire Progressive du Français – Niveau Intermédiaire" – Maïa Grégoire & Odile Thiévenaz
2 "Édito A2" – Didier
Required Course instruments and materials
"Alter Ego A2" – Annie Berthet & Catherine Hugot "Édito A2" – Didier

Assessment Methods
Type of Assessment Week Hours Weight(%)
mid-term exam 8 1 40
Other assessment methods
1.Oral Examination
2.Quiz
3.Laboratory exam
4.Presentation
5.Report
6.Workshop
7.Performance Project
8.Term Paper
9.Project
final exam 16 1 60

Student Work Load
Type of Work Weekly Hours Number of Weeks Work Load
Weekly Course Hours (Theoretical+Practice) 3 14 42
Outside Class
       a) Reading 3 7 21
       b) Search in internet/Library 3 10 30
       c) Performance Project 0 0 0
       d) Prepare a workshop/Presentation/Report 0 0 0
       e) Term paper/Project 0 0 0
Oral Examination 0 0 0
Quiz 0 0 0
Laboratory exam 0 0 0
Own study for mid-term exam 5 5 25
mid-term exam 1 1 1
Own study for final exam 6 5 30
final exam 1 1 1
0
0
Total work load; 150