History and Culture of French -Speaking Countries in Secondary Language Teaching 4100-IIIMKiHKFwNJSPP

KNOWLEDGE

Student knows and understands selected issues in the fields of cultural and religious studies, as well as history, linked to the curriculum content specified in the core curriculum for French as a school subject at the third stage of education (upper-secondary level) (S1_W02)

Student knows key elements of French history, symbolism (e.g., Marianne, Napoleon), and cultural and artistic heritage (e.g., Art Nouveau, monuments, museums) aligned with the core curriculum requirements for upper-secondary schools; (S1_W02)

Student understands the principles of didactization and integration of historical-cultural content and socio-aesthetic phenomena (e.g., art in advertising and daily life) into French language instruction. ((S1_W02))

SKILLS

Student is able to interpret the curriculum content covered by the core curriculum for French at the third stage of education from the perspective of current knowledge in related disciplines: (S1_U02)

Student is able to conduct critical analysis and interpretation of cultural texts, symbols, and historical-cultural events for the purpose of upper-secondary school classes (S1_U02)

Student is able to utilize discussed cultural and historical themes (historical figures, places of memory, art) to foster students' critical thinking and intercultural competence.(S1_U02).

Student is able to appropriately select, create, and adapt materials, tools (including ICT), and teaching methods to diverse student needs, in order to independently design and effectively implement pedagogical, didactic, educational, and caregiving activities for French at the third stage of education (S1_U06)

Student is able to select, adapt, and didactize cultural and iconographic materials (archives, artworks, advertisements) to develop students' language skills;(S1_U06)

Student is able to independently design engaging educational modules and tasks using digital technologies that combine the cultural component with language learning objectives. (S1_U06)

SOCIAL COMPETENCES

Student is prepared to responsibly fulfill the role of a teacher, including developing pedagogical practice in teaching culture, religion, and history linked to the core curriculum for French at the third stage of education: (S1_K03 )

Student is prepared to continuously enrich their methodological repertoire with valuable cultural and historical materials that spark students' curiosity and openness toward the Francophone world; (S1_K03)

Student is prepared to critically evaluate their own materials and teaching activities in relation to core curriculum requirements and the fostering of intercultural attitudes. (S1_K03)

• Course Completion Principles

Eligibility to receive course credit requires active class attendance (a maximum of one unexcused absence per semester is permitted) and the timely completion of all intermediate assignments required both during in-person sessions and on the e-learning platform.

The final grade is calculated based on the results obtained through the established assessment methods and evaluation criteria, weighted accordingly.

The use of AI tools and language-processing technologies is permitted solely with the instructor’s prior authorization and approval of their specific scope of application. Using such tools without explicit permission and prior agreement will be treated as a breach of academic integrity, resulting in the submission being declared unoriginal and graded as failing (insufficient).

• Assessment Methods:

1. Class Participation and Engagement in Discussions (10% of final grade) – Evaluated through the instructor's continuous and regular observation during classes. Evaluation criteria: participation in discussions, group work, and ongoing analysis of cultural texts. (S1_K03)

2. Didactization of Authentic Materials (20% of final grade) – Evaluation criteria: selection of authentic documents, accuracy in setting learning objectives, and relevance of language and culture-oriented exercises. (S1_U02, S1_U06)

3. Knowledge Assessment (Short Test) (20% of final grade) – Description and knowledge of key historical facts, symbols, artworks, and cultural phenomena covered during in-person classes and on the e-learning platform. (S1_W02)

4. Lesson Plan + Presentation and Simulation (50% of final grade):
- Lesson Plan and Student Worksheet (25%) – Evaluation criteria: selection and didactization of materials, relevance and coherence of the lesson plan, logical structure and flow of the lesson, quality of the student worksheet. (S1_U02, S1_U06)

- Presentation and Micro-teaching (25%) – Evaluation criteria: quality and pedagogical design of the presentation, teaching posture and facilitation, execution of text analysis and instructions, language accuracy, and self-reflection/auto-evaluation. (S1_U06, S1_K03)

• Evaluation Criteria and Weighting

1. Class Participation and Engagement in Discussions (10 pts) – Evaluated through continuous observation during classes. Assessment criteria: active participation in discussions, collaborative group work, ongoing analysis of cultural texts.

2. Didactization of Authentic Materials (20 pts) – Assessment criteria: appropriate selection of authentic documents, accuracy in formulation of objectives, relevance of integrated language-culture exercises.

3. Knowledge Assessment (Short Test) (20 pts) – Assessment criteria: description and knowledge of key historical facts, symbols, artworks, and cultural phenomena covered in-person and via e-learning.

4. Lesson Plan + Presentation and Simulation (50 pts):
- Lesson Plan and Student Worksheet (25 pts) – Assessment criteria: material selection and didactization, clarity and coherence of the lesson scenario, logical lesson structure, quality of the student worksheet.

- Presentation and Micro-teaching (25 pts) – Assessment criteria: pedagogical design of slides, instructor's posture and group facilitation, direction of document analysis and clarity of instructions, linguistic correctness, and post-simulation self-evaluation.

• Grading Scale (with pass threshold)
60%–68% – satisfactory (3.0)
69%–76% – satisfactory plus (3.5)
77%–84% – good (4.0)
85%–92% – good plus (4.5)
93%–100% – very good (5.0)

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Selected References

Overview & Background Literature:
1. Cotentin-Rey, G. (1996). Les grandes étapes de la civilisation française. Bordas.
2. Deniau, X. (2001). La Francophonie (6th ed.). PUF ("Que sais-je ?").
3. Kowalski, J., Loba, A., & Loba, M. (2017). Dzieje kultury francuskiej [History of French Culture]. Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN.
4. Poissonnier, A., & Sournia, G. (2006). Atlas mondial de la francophonie: du culturel au politique. Autrement.

Textbooks & Pedagogical Resources:

1. Carlo, C., & Causa, M. (2003). Civilisation progressive du français – niveau débutant. CLE International.
2. Ferré, A., & Gerrier, N. (2014). Points de vue. Culture, société, littérature, art. Cideb.
3. Meyer, D. C. (2024). Focus – Culture. Hachette FLE.
4. Noutchié Njiké, J. (2005). Civilisation progressive de la francophonie. CLE International.
5. Pécheur, J. (2010). Civilisation progressive du français – niveau avancé. CLE International.
6. Roesch, R., & Rolle-Harold, R. (2020). La France au quotidien (5th ed.). PUG.
7. Steele, R. (2002). Civilisation progressive du français – niveau intermédiaire. CLE International.