EDUC 480

Provide prospective and practicing French teachers with an understanding of current theories, curriculum frameworks, and pedagogical approaches for teaching French as a second language (Core French and French Immersion) in British Columbia. Students will explore their own identity as French language learners and teachers, examine the concept of bilingual education within the multicultural Canadian context, and deepen their understanding of language learning (theory and practice) to enhance their understanding of innovative curriculum design for FSL instruction and expand their repertoire of engaging, inclusive, and decolonized FSL teaching strategies and resources. Note: The primary language of instruction for this course is French. Students are recommended to have an independent level of French proficiency, equivalent to a B1 Diplôme d’Etudes en Langue Française (DELF) level. Students who are unsure about their proficiency level are encouraged to contact the course instructor for a consultation. Note: Students with credit for EDUC 483J cannot take this course for further credit. -- Prerequisite -- Permission of the School of Education. -- Corequisite -- None. -- Pre or Corequisite -- None. Section information text: Department approval required prior to registration.