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Goal: Increase Proficiency The goal of the world languages department is to immerse students in the target language in order to increase their proficiency. Listening Speaking Reading Writing
Required Materials Textbook: Discovering French Noveau (Rouge) We will cover the material in units Textbooks may be kept at home, as we have a classroom set of books. tm?state=PA Workbooks: - Grammar and vocabulary workbook. It will be loaned to the student for the semester or can be purchased for $ This workbook is mainly used for homework.
Teacher Website Homework listed on the class calendar Test & Project dates Grammar & vocabulary flashcards and power points Links to useful websites
Assessments Tests & Quizzes – 40% Tests include writing, reading, listening and speaking Performance Assessments – 30% Pronunciation, accuracy of grammar/structure and content are the main aspects evaluated. Homework – 15% Participation – 15% I am available for extra help after school most days.
Final Grade Marking Period 1 – 40% Marking Period 2 – 40% Final Exam – 20%
Education Harvard University B.A. in Social Studies Université Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium certificat d’études européennes Temple University, M.Ed. French & Social Studies teaching certification University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education
Teaching Experience Costa Rica – 2 years English as a Foreign Language Quakertown Community High School – 8 years Social Studies Teacher AP European History, U.S. Cultures II Honors & Academic, Ethics (for gifted students) Gifted Advisor Central Bucks High School South Long-term substitute for Marie Chemin who will return November 18
Travel Lived in Belgium & Costa Rica Traveled throughout the United States Extensive travel in Europe, South America, Central America Trip Around the World with my 4 children 16 countries on 6 continents for 6 months Volunteered for 2-3 weeks in 6 countries (Vietnam, Australia, South Africa, Italy, Costa Rica, Argentina)
Christine Yardley Telephone: , ext Website: