Moderns Courses

Course Code

Grade

Course Name

Prerequisite

FSF1D1

Gr.9

French

None

FSF1P1

Gr.9

French

None

FSF2D1

Gr.10

French

FSF1D1 / FSF1P1

FSF3U1

Gr.11

French

FSF2D1

FSF4U1

Gr.12

French

FSF3U1

LWSBD1*

Gr.10

Spanish

None

LWSCU1

Gr.11

Spanish

LWSBD1

LWSDU1

Gr.12

Spanish

LWSCU1

Moderns Course Descriptions

Core French FSF1D1
Grade 9, Academic Credit
This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills. Students will build on and apply their knowledge of French while exploring a variety of themes, such as relationships, trends, and careers. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities.
Prerequisite: None

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Core French FSF1P1
Grade 9, Applied Credit
This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication skills, using the theme of media; the development of oral communication skills will be integrated with the development of reading and writing skills. Students will expand their ability to understand and speak French through conversations, discussions, and presentations. They will also read media-related short stories, articles, poems, and songs and write brief descriptions, letters, dialogues, and invitations.
Prerequisite: None

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Core French FSF1P4*
Grade 9, Applied Credit
This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication skills, using the theme of media; the development of oral communication skills will be integrated with the development of reading and writing skills. Students will expand their ability to understand and speak French through conversations, discussions, and presentations. They will also read media-related short stories, articles, poems, and songs and write brief descriptions, letters, dialogues, and invitations.
Prerequisite: None

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Core French FSF2D1
Grade 10, Academic Credit
This course enables students to increase their knowledge of the French language, further develop their language skills, and deepen their understanding and appreciation of francophone culture around the world. Exploring a variety of themes, students will develop and apply critical thinking skills in discussion, in their analysis and interpretation of texts, and in their own writing.
Prerequisite: Grade 9, Academic or Applied

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Core French FSF3U1
Grade 11, University Preparation Credit
This course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of reading and writing skills and to reinforce oral communication skills. Students will gain a greater understanding of French-speaking cultures in Canada and around the world through their reading of a variety of materials, including a short novel or a play. Students will produce various written assignments, including a formal essay. The use of correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.
Prerequisite: Core French, Grade 10, Academic

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Core French FSF4U1
Grade 12, University Preparation Credit
This course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of French-language skills. Students will consolidate their oral skills as they discuss literature, culture, and current issues. They will read a variety of texts and will write a formal essay. The use of correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.
Prerequisite: Core French, Grade 11, University Preparation

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Spanish LWSBD1*
Level 2, Academic Credit
This course provides students with the language learning experiences that will enable them to communicate in the language of study. Students will continue to develop and apply their speaking skills in a variety of contexts, and will participate in activities that will improve their reading comprehension and writing skills. They will also continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language under study is spoken by taking part in community-sponsored events and activities involving both print and technological resources.
Prerequisite: None

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Spanish LWSCU1
Level 3, University Preparation Credit
This course offers students opportunities to further develop their knowledge of the international language and to enhance their communication skills. Students will use increasingly sophisticated language in a variety of activities that will enable them to speak and write with clarity and accuracy. Students will also enhance their thinking skills through the critical study of literature, and continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language is spoken through a variety of print and technological resources.
Prerequisite: International Languages, Level 2, Academic

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Spanish LWSDU1
Level 4, University Preparation Credit
This course prepares students for university studies in the international language. Students will enhance their ability to use the language with clarity and precision, and will develop the language skills needed to engage in sustained conversations and discussions, understand and evaluate information, read diverse materials for both study and pleasure, and write clearly and effectively. Students will also have opportunities to add to their knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken through the use of community resources and computer technology.
Prerequisite: International Languages, Level 3, University Preparation

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