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ADULT COURSESSpring 2018

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

SESSION DATES

March 31 - June 13

No classes on April 16; May 26 & May 28

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 AM

For students with limited prior experience


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

Saturday 01:45 PM - 04:45 PM

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


Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMSaturday 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Beginner French 3Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

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

Saturday 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

A1/A2 - Beginner French 4Monday & Wednesday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PM

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

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

cost: $480 for members | $510 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 1Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Saturday 01:45 PM - 04:45 PM

Intermediate French 2Wednesday & Friday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Intermediate French 3Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Intermediate French 4Tuesday & Thursday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

B1


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

course materials: Textbook cost + $10

Advanced French 2Wednesday & Friday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

Advanced French 3Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

Advanced French 4 Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Advanced French 5 Wednesday & Friday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

B2

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: ALTER EGO 5

Proficient 1Wednesday & Friday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

Proficient 2Tuesday & Thursday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PM

C1


Advanced Beginner French 1Monday & Wednesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM


Advanced Beginner French 2Monday & Wednesday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PM

Advanced Beginner French 3Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMTuesday & Thursday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

A2/B1 - Advanced Beginner French 4Tuesday & Thursday 07:40 PM - 09:10 PMSaturday 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

A2

SPRING 2018 | MARCH 31 - JUNE 13

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!

A2 Adv. Beginner French 1 APRIL 3 - MAY 3


A2 Adv. Beginner French 2 MAY 8 - JUNE 7


Accelerated Classes - 5-weeks only

B1 Intermediate French 3 APRIL 2 - MAY 7


B1 Intermediate French 4 MAY 9 - JUNE 13


Get Ready for A2! Specifically designed for students who attended A1-1 through A1-4 but who need some reinforcement before moving on to the A2 level. This course will focus on mastering essential grammar points and conversational concepts of the A1 level.


duration: 1.5 hrs/week for 10 weekscost: $480 for members | $510 for non-members

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

Tuesdays 11:45 AM - 01:45 PM

SESSION DATES APRIL 3 - MAY 1

SESSION DATES MAY 8 - JUNE 5

Wednesdays 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM


duration: 2 hrs/week for 5 or 10 weekscost: 10 weeks - $520 for members| $550 for non-members

5 weeks - $310 for members| $340 for non members

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!

Wednesday 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM


duration: 2 hrs/week for 5 weekscost: 5 weeks - $310 for members | $340 for non-members

Slogans & Posters of May ‘68Discover and get an understanding of the “graffitis” that popped up in Paris and all over France during the events of May 68.

Tuesday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM


duration: 1.5 hrs/week for 5 weekscost: 5 weeks - $200 for members | $230 for non-members

Specialized Classes Conversation Classes

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

cost: $380 for members | $410 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/

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.


SESSION 1 APRIL 3 - MAY 1

SESSION 2 MAY 8 - JUNE 5

duration: 2 hrs/week for 5 or 10 weeks cost: 10 weeks - $445 for members| $475 for non-members


Advanced ConversationSee Intermediate Conversation for description.

Thursday 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

SESSION 1 APRIL 5 - MAY 3

SESSION 2 MAY 10 - JUNE 7

duration: 2 hrs/week for 5 or 10 weeks cost: 10 weeks - $445 for members| $475 for non-members


B2

A2/B1

A2/B1

A2/B1

A2+/B1

B2

B2

B1A1+

• Advance Registration for Premier and Mosaïque members Feb 26 - March 3

• Premier and Mosaïque members receive 5% off member price

• Enroll by March 17 for a 10% Early Bird discount on 10-week class tuition fee

• No classes on April 16; May 26 & May 28• Textbooks and course materials can be

purchased at the Reception Desk

MARCH 31 - JUNE 13 | SPRING 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

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

Get Ready for the DELF B2If you’re planning to take the DELF in June,this preparatory class is for you! Ensure yoursuccess and work on all four language skills testedon the exam. Topics vary based on class needs.

Saturday 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM

duration: 2 hrs/week for 10 weekscost: $440 for members | $470 for non-members

The Leading Figures of May ‘68From the government to the students, get a glimpse at the major figures and movements that clashed during the unrests of May 68.



duration: 1.5 hrs/week for 5 weekscost: 5 weeks - $200 for members | $230 for non-members

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

Wednesday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM

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

Literature: Reflections on May ‘68May ‘68: a date that, for France, continues to inspire debate across sociopolitical spheres. In this class, we will take a moment to reflect not only upon the repercussions of May 68, but also on those moments preceding these unforgettable events.

Thursday 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

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

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B2+/C1

B2/C1Accelerated Classes - 5-weeks only

617.912.0400 w frenchculturalcenter.org

REGISTER NOW!

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.

June 11 - 15Register by: May 28

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.

March 21Register by: February 28

May 23Register by: May 3

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.

May 22 - 31Register by: April 6

Monthly WorkshopsWe 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.

March 28; April 11May 9; June 6

$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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