Exercises to understand spoken French and conduct conversations. Practical pronunciation and intonation exercises. Reading comprehension of texts of general and technical content. Grammar and vocabulary exercises. Written exercises. Realia elements on the culture of French-speaking countries, societies and technical development.
LS1333 French A2 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus LS1333 (Autumn 2013–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus LS1333 (Autumn 2013–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The expected learning outcomes for the course lie mainly at the level A2, with certain elements at the level B1, according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of References for Languages.
On completion of the course, the student, in addition to what is evident from courses at the lower level, should be able to:
- use the language orally and in writing in everyday situations and simple work situations (A2)
- understand and distinguish the main contents in clear standard spoken French about well-known subject areas (A2/B1)
- identify and account in Swedish for facts from authentic technology-related texts.
- hold a short individually-prepared presentation in the target language (A2/B1)
- account for more important realia about French-speaking countries and seek information related to their history, societies, geography, culture and technical development.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
General entry requirements. Completed and passed French A1 or the equivalent knowledge showed through a compulsory placement test done before course choice.
Literature
Sanner, Marie-Louise & Wennberg, Lena, Génial. 3, 2. uppl., Natur & kultur, Stockholm, 2011
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Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- KONA - Assessment, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TENB - Written Language Proficiency, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- TENA - Oral Language Proficiency, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
All examination parts passed
Attendance requirement: 75%
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
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Main field of study
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Education cycle
First cycle