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adult coursesWinter 2018

53 Marlborough Street Boston, MA 02116 | T: 617.912.0400 | F: 617.912.0450 | www.FRENCHCULTURALCENTER.org

session dates

January 8 - March 21

No classes on January 15 and February 19

Core Language Classes

RequiRed textbook: SaiSon 1

Beginner FrenchFor students with absolutely no prior experience

Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 aM - 11:30 aMSaturday 10:00 aM - 01:00 PM

For students with limited prior experience


Wednesday & Friday 10:00 aM - 11:30 aM

Beginner French 2Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM


Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 aM - 11:30 aMSaturday 10:00 aM - 01:00 PM

Saturday 01:45 PM - 04:45 PM

Beginner French 3Monday & Wednesday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PM

Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM


a1/a2 - Beginner French 4Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 aM - 11:30 aM


duration: 3 hrs/week for 10 weeks (except where noted)

cost: $470 for members | $500 for non-members (except where noted) course materials: $60 print | $50 digital (see level for required textbook)to ensure they enroll in the right course level, new students with prior knowledge of French must take the placement test at http://frenchculturalcenter.org/placement-tests/

a1 RequiRed textbook: SaiSon 3

Intermediate French 1Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM


Intermediate French 2Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PMSaturday 10:00 aM - 01:00 PM



B1


Advanced French 1Wednesday & Friday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

course materials: Textbook cost + $10

Advanced French 2Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

Advanced French 3Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 aM - 11:30 aM

Advanced French 4 Tuesday & Thursday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PM

Advanced French 5 Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

B2

RequiRed textbook: alteR ego 5

Proficient 1Tuesday & Thursday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PM

C1


Advanced Beginner French 1Monday & Wednesday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PM


Advanced Beginner French 2Monday & Wednesday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PMTuesday & Thursday 10:00 aM - 11:30 aMTuesday & Thursday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Advanced Beginner French 3Tuesday & Thursday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PMSaturday 10:00 aM - 01:00 PM

a2/B1 - Advanced Beginner French 4Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Tuesday & Thursday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PMSaturday 01:45 PM - 04:45 PM

a2

Winter 2018 | January 8 - marCh 21

Our teachers and curriculum use cutting-edge methods and resources to develop your skills and confidence in French. With full immersion from day one and a communicative, task-based approach you’ll gain the knowledge you need to embrace the Francophone world!

A1 Beginner French 3 jan 9 - feb 6


A1 Beginner French 4 feb 13 - MaRch 13


B1 Intermediate French 1 jan 8 - feb 12


B1 Intermediate French 2 feb 14 - MaRch 21


Accelerated Classes - 5-weeks only

Specialized Classes Conversation Classes

Listen Up!Comment? Pardon? Excusez-moi? Strengthen your oral comprehension skills in this course which emphasizes listening while building vocabulary and grammar skills.

Friday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

Let’s Cook in French!Why not improve your French with a cooking class? Discover cultural and regional specialities of France while learning to cook local recipes in a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.

Wednesday 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

SeSSion dateS jan 10 - feb 7

duration: 2 hrs/week for 5cost: 5 weeks - $300 for members | $330 for non-members

Let’s Talk Fashion!Improve your French while delving into Fashion. If you are passionate about designers, runway shows, and anything related to this fascinating industry, this class is for you!Friday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

Perfect PairingsDiscover selected French regions through their wines and pairing cheeses. You’ll learn about the grape, the vineyard, and the history of the chosen châteaux and cheeses. You’ll get to taste them too!


SeSSion dateS feb 14 - MaRch 14

duration: 2 hrs/week for 5 cost: 5 weeks - $300 for members | $330 for non-members

GrammarLearn elements of grammar through structured practice. Topics vary based on class needs.

Thursday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

duration: 1.5 hrs/week for 10 weeks (except where noted)

cost: $370 for members | $400 for non-members (except where noted) Costs include a $10 material fee

to ensure they enroll in the right course level, new students with prior knowledge of

French must take the placement test at http://frenchculturalcenter.org/placement-tests/

Advanced Beginner Coffee TalkA relaxed environment for lovers of French language and culture to sharpen their speaking skills. Discuss everything from daily activities to social issues. No homework and no required textbook.

Friday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PMSeSSion 1 jan 12 - feb 9

SeSSion 2 feb 16 - MaRch 16

duration: 1.5 hrs/week for 5 or 10 weeks cost: 10 weeks - $370 for members| $400 for non-members

5 weeks - $200 for members| $230 for non members

Intermediate ConversationDevelop your conversational and communication skills through role-play, discussion of French media and other speaking activities adapted to your level. Though the emphasis is on conversation, grammar is an important component of these classes.

Tuesday 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

duration: 2 hrs/week for 10 weekscost: $435 for members | $465 for non-members

Advanced ConversationSee Intermediate conversation for description.


duration: 2 hrs/week for 10 weekscost: $435 for members | $465 for non-members

B2

a2/B1

a1+/a2

a2/B1

a2/B1

a2/B1

B1

B2

a2/a2+

• Premier and Mosaïque members receive 5% off member price

• Enroll by December 9 for a 10% Early Bird discount on 10-week class tuition fee

• No classes on Jan 15; Feb 19• Textbooks and course materials can be

purchased at the Reception Desk

January 8 - marCh 21 | Winter 2018

Our thematic courses provide students at Level A2 and above an opportunity to explore French culture through a specialized approach. Weekday and evening classes.

important dates + information

617.912.0400 w frenchculturalcenter.org [email protected]

register noW!

French for ProfessionalsFocus on specific areas of real-life professional situations such as résumés, business presentations, reports, surveys and more in this course.


Formal vs. Informal FrenchVous or tu? Argent ou tunes? Fou or ouf ? From formal French to argot and verlan, have fun discovering the many facets of the French language.


Global HealthThis class is directed towards any medical staff planning on working or studying in a French speaking country.


LiteratureImprove speaking and comprehension whilereading and analyzing French literary works froma wide variety of genres.


course materials: selected novels, plays, etc. - price varies

From the Headlines!Talk about what’s happening around the world! Students learn, share and discuss major international and domestic headlines using real- world media to strengthen listening ability, conversation skills and vocabulary.


B2/C1

B1/B2

B1/B2

NeW

NeW

NeW

NeW

B2+/C1

Accelerated Classes - 5-weeks only

Private and Online LessonsLearn what you want, when you want with one-on-one French language instruction. Study with a book, or focus on conversation skills and work with video and audio material. Courses are available in sessions of 60 or 90 minutes. You can also buy a 10-session pass for either session length and save! Can’t make it to the Center for classes? Try our new e-learning option!

duration: 60 or 90 minutes per lesson. cost: $60/hour | $540 for a 10-lesson pass || $90/1.5 hours | $810 for a 10-lesson passonline pricing: $55 per hour or $495 if you buy a 10-lesson pass.

Placement tests are required for private lessons. Please contact the Education Department for more information.

Accelerated Learning ProgramIf you want to learn French fast, this program is for you! This accelerated learning option will allow you to complete a ten-week course in just five weeks! Check inside for all our current accelerated program offerings.

Advance registration and placement tests are required for these programs.

Proficiency ExamsThe French Cultural Center offers several exams that confer official qualifications of French language proficiency, which can be used for school applications, immigration and more. Contact the Education Department or visit our website for details. See below for upcoming dates of specific exams.

Private or semi-private preparatory lessons are available on request. Please contact our Education Administrator at 617.912.0415 for more details.Exam Description Exam Dates

The delF (Diplôme d’Etudes en Langue Française) and the dalF (Diplôme Approfondi en Langue Française) are official qualifications awarded by the French Ministry of Education to certify the competency of candidates in the French language. This diploma is valid for life. Visit our website for pricing based on exam levels.

December 4 - 8, 2017

June 2018

The teF (Test d’Évaluation de Français) assesses French comprehension and expression skills. Each TEF candidate is provided with a detailed evaluation of his/her linguistic level. For students with special circumstances, we also offer the e.tef.

January 24; March 21Register by: January 3; February 28

The daeFle (Diplôme d’Aptitude à l’Enseignement de Français Langue Étrangère) allows native french speakers to qualify for a distance education training program. We offer the Preliminary Access Test, which evaluates students’ readiness to obtain the DAEFLE.

TBA

Monthly Workshops

We offer a variety of monthly workshops facilitated by a member of our teaching staff and conducted entirely in French. Please visit our website for up-to-date information about workshop dates and topics.

Program Description Runs Cost

Un Mois, Un Livre A structured, instructor-led monthly workshop that focuses on an assigned reading.

January 24; February 21;March 28

$20 for members$25 non-members

addItIoNal oFFerINgs

T: 617.912.0400 | F: 617.912.0450 | [email protected] | 53 Marlborough Street Boston, MA 02116

hourslIBrary hours Tuesday through Thursday | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMFriday and Saturday | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

ceNter hoursMonday | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMTuesday through Thursday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMFriday and Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

admINIstratIve oFFIce hoursMonday through Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Refunds are not issued except in the case of class cancellation by the Education Department due to low enrollment (minimum enrollment is four students per class for a core language class and three students per class for a specialized or conversation class). If a class closes due to low enrollment, our administrator will contact you two days prior to the first course to offer several options. No course changes will be permitted after the first full week of classes. Books are non-refundable once they have been picked up. Purchased lessons and credits are valid for seven years.

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