Subjects > Modern Foreign Languages > KS4 (GCSE) French
You have used Métro in KS3 and are familiar with the 4 attainment targets of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. You will be using Métro 4 along with other materials in a topic based approach in KS4.
The GCSE at the end of Year 11 covers the 4 skill areas, with equal weighting (ie 25% each).
Listening
- Foundation Level
You will be expected to listen to and understand shorter items. - Higher Level
You will be expected to listen to and understand longer conversations and passages.
Reading
- Foundation Level
You will have to read and respond to shorter notices and signs. - Higher Level
You will have to read and respond to longer passages and articles.
Writing
This section is covered by coursework. You must complete a minimum of 3 pieces of coursework. The coursework makes up 25% of the total mark and is extremely important. Pupils must produce their best work and adhere to deadlines if they are to achieve their optimum overall grade.
Speaking
The test is in two sections:
- Role plays (2 situations eg. shopping or buying a ticket)
- A general conversation on two topics.
Homework will continue to play an important part in the course. Vocabulary will be a key area and emphasis will be placed upon the regular learning of words and phrases.
Throughout the course you will be encouraged to develop the skills necessary to express yourselves confidently in the foreign language and to develop an awareness of French speaking countries. Knowledge of a foreign language is an extremely important skill in today's Europe and the department aims to help all pupils to develop a foreign language ability fully.
Any contact with the foreign language will help to boost your knowledge and understanding. DVD with foreign subtitles, Satellite TV, Internet and Computer Assisted Learning are some of the options open to pupils at home. A trip abroad can also help to add enjoyment and context to what has been learnt.
For further information, please see Mr Banks (Head of Modern Foreign Languages)