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ACCORD
language school : an ideal place for you to immerse yourself
not only in the French language, but also in Parisian life !
At Accord, we follow the Common
European Framework of Reference for learning, teaching and assessing
French as a foreign language, and we place our students in groups
based on the levels defined in this framework. While taking into
account the language needs and learning strategies of each student,
we also respect the specific requirements of the different organisations
we work with.
Our main aim is to recreate real-life situations where you will
be able to put your French to practical use and develop your learning
strategies, enabling you to use the communication skills you already
have in your native language when speaking French.
Our ultimate goal is to help you reach
a level of fluency where you will be able to communicate efficiently
and effectively in French. To achieve this you will need both
a strong command of the language and an in-depth understanding
of French culture.
Oral communication is a priority: learning to
listen, understand, speak and express yourself naturally and appropriately,
with fluency and correct pronunciation and intonation.
At Accord Language School you will practise all
four language skills in an authentic communicative environment.
 Listening
: : using authentic audio-visual materials,
such as extracts from movies, TV and radio programs and songs.
Engaging
in a conversation and speaking fluently: using role-plays, debates,
excursions, drama (improvisation exercises, which will give you
more confidence, and work on pronunciation, use of gesture and
fluency)
Reading
: analysing authentic written texts,
such as newspaper and magazine articles, professional documents,
administrative forms, literature, brochures and leaflets
Writing
: a range of writing activities aimed
at achieving communicative goals and improving your knowledge
of the language
At ACCORD
Language School, grammar is taught through language games,
simulations, interactive activities, and a variety of communicative
exercises.
 Special
feature : our theater workshop !
In 1988 Accord Language School was the first
school to use drama as part of a French language training course.
Drama teachers and actors will present you with different exercises
enabling you to overcome your fear of speaking in French, build
up your confidence and fluency, and work on the different components
of verbal and non-verbal communication (voice, intonation, pronunciation,
rhythm, speed)..
Conferences
and educational trips
Accord Language
School also organises a number of conferences and trips
on different cultural topics and subjects relating to French civilisation.
Institutions
of the Vth Republic
History
of Montmartre
French
cuisine
Media
Contemporary
Literature
Teaching
Material
On your first day you will be given a folder
containing information about the school. You will then be able
to use this to file the documents given to you by your teachers,
as well as all the notes that you will take during the course.
If you require any further information
please do not hesitate to contact Manuela.
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