FREN1010
I French Studies 1
Session 1, Fully online/virtual 2020
Department of International Studies
Contents
Disclaimer
General Information 2 Macquarie University has taken all reasonable
measures to ensure the information in this
Learning Outcomes 2 publication is accurate and up-to-date. However,
the information may change or become out-dated
as a result of change in University policies,
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Policies and Procedures 5 this publication.
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General Information
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor
Florence Bequart
[email protected]
TBA
By appointment
Alexandra Kurmann
[email protected]
Credit points
10
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Co-badged status
Unit description
This unit, designed for those who have little or no knowledge of French, seeks to develop
students' skills in reading, writing, comprehension and speaking. It introduces students to
contemporary French culture. The work in this unit is of a very intensive nature. (A1 in the
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.)
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are
available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
ULO1: Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the
French language.
ULO2: Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of French-speaking cultures and
societies.
ULO3: Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of French at elementary
level.
ULO4: Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural
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encounters.
ULO5: Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use in both French
and English.
Assessment Tasks
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
Assessment details are no longer provided here as a result of changes due to the
Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Students should consult iLearn for revised unit information.
Find out more about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and potential impacts on staff and
students
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Penalty
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for
lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments
submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days
(incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for
timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
Delivery and Resources
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
Any references to on-campus delivery below may no longer be relevant due to COVID-19.
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display/unit_status
DELIVERY
External students
External students do not need to register in any particular classes and just need to make sure
you are enrolled in FREN 1010 on eStudent. Your only timetabled activities will involve the
attendance of a live video-conferencing speaking test to be held in week 13 at specific
times allocated by the unit tutor around week 11/12. More details will be provided then.
External students will need to have access to a webcam for the test, headphones as well as a
microphone for use during the video-conferencing sessions with Zoom which they will need to
download for free from the internet. We recommend you use Firefox which has been
reliable with respect to media files used in the course. The correct functioning of internet
connection and network is the student's sole responsibility.
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All students
The course is of a very intensive nature. FREN 1010 aims to prepare students for FREN 1020 in
session 2.
The work required for FREN 1010 unit is two-fold, involving:
• 4 contact hours in class (or recorded on Echo 360 for external students). These will be
organised around oral participation, explanation of new grammar points, practice and
reinforcement of new language (or listening to the Echo 360 recordings).
• Approximately 8 hours of weekly home study, consisting of written, oral and aural
practice using the CDs that accompany the textbook and exercise books - Défi 1/A1 by
Maison des Langues publisher. All students MUST have bought a copy of this text
book with the accompanying exercise book (cahier d'exercices) for week 1
classes. These can be bought online through www.languageint.com.au. Not
having the textbook is not a reason to miss the first test in week 3.
External students' participation mark is derived from the submission of the written homework
tasks on iLearn. More information will be available on iLearn closer to the submission
time. External students MUST find a French speaking partner in the unit with whom to
conduct a peer review to practice spoken French to compensate for not being in the interactive
language learning classroom. The forum on iLearn called "Je cherche un copain/copine de
classe" (I'm looking for a study partner) will allow you to connect with other external students
online.
IT and iLearn assistance is available via the iLearn login page or by clicking on the words "Help
me" under the iLearn logo at the top right hand side of every iLearn window.
Please note that replies to e-mails will be automatically directed to the account they were sent
from. All new threads will be sent to your University account where you are free to supply the e-
mail address of your choice. You are encouraged to use the University account rather than a
private e-mail account and to check this account regularly for announcements from the convenor
and emails form your tutor.
RESOURCES
All new students will need to purchase the textbook before week 1 session 1: Défi 1/A1 Livre de
l'élève, and the exercise book: Défi 1/A1 Cahier d'exercices published by Maison des
Langues. The two books are available online from www.languageint.com.au.
The required texts are:
Défi 1/A1 Livre de l'élève + CD Audio; Chahi et al. ISBN: 9788416273065
Défi 1/A1 Cahier d'exercices + MP3 dowload; Chahi et al. ISBN: 9788417249656
The online resources on iLearn (http://ilearn.mq.edu.au) are another essential part of the unit.
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Students have access to all materials (including recorded iLectures on Echo360) from the
beginning to the end of the session.
Please refer to iLearn for announcements, and possible amendments to the program as this is
how the convenor will communicate with you throughout the session.
TECHNOLOGY USED AND REQUIRED
Online Unit
Login is via: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/
Is my unit in iLearn?: https://unitguides.mq.edu.au/ilearn_unit_status/ to check when your
online unit will become available.
Technology
Students are required to have regular access to a computer and the internet. Mobile devices
alone are not sufficient.
For students attending classes on campus we strongly encourage that you bring along your own
laptop computer, ready to work with activities in your online unit. The preferred operating system
is Windows 10.
Students are required to access the online unit in iLearn by the end of Week 1 and follow any
relevant instructions and links for downloads that may be required. If applicable, students are
required to download the relevant language package prior to Week 2.
Please contact your course convenor before the end of Week 1 if you do not have a suitable
laptop (or tablet) for in-class use.
• For central technical support go to: http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_unit
s/information_technology/help/
• For student quick guides on the use of iLearn go to: https://students.mq.edu.au/sup
port/study/tools-and-resources/ilearn/ilearn-quick-guides-for-students
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.m
q.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-centr
al). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and
Teaching:
• Academic Appeals Policy
• Academic Integrity Policy
• Academic Progression Policy
• Assessment Policy
• Fitness to Practice Procedure
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• Grade Appeal Policy
• Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
• Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4
December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.m
q.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you
need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (http
s://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/p
olicy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of
Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released
directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the
University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be
made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA
student contact [email protected]
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://stu
dents.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study
strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
• Getting help with your assignment
• Workshops
• StudyWise
• Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant
information resources.
• Subject and Research Guides
• Ask a Librarian
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide
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appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact [email protected]
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/
offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy.
The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Changes since First Published
Date Description
27/02/2020 Change of convenor to Florence Bequart
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