MYP Unit Planner: Celebrations and Traditions in France
Information
Details
Subject
Language Acquisition - French
Teacher
MYP Year
4 (Grade 9)
Unit Duration
12hrs
Inquiry: Establishing the Purpose
Component
Description
Key Concept
Culture
Related Concepts
Purpose, Customs
Global Context
Personal and Cultural Expression
Statement of Inquiry
French celebrations and traditions reflect the purpose and customs of French culture, shaping personal and cultural expression.
Inquiry Questions
Type
Question
Factual
What are some common celebrations and traditions in French culture?
Conceptual
How do French celebrations and traditions shape cultural identity?
Debatable
To what extent should French traditions be preserved in modern society?
Objectives and Assessment
Component
Description
Objectives
A: Listening, B: Reading, C: Speaking, D: Writing
Summative Assessment Tasks
Task 1: (Criterion A - Listening)
identify explicit and implicit information (facts, opinions, messages and supporting details)
analyse conventions
analyse connections.
Task 2: Speaking
use a wide range of vocabulary
use a wide range of grammatical structures generally accurately
use clear pronunciation and intonation in comprehensible manner
communicate all the required information clearly and effectively.
Approaches to Learning (ATL)
Skill
Description
Communication Skills
Use appropriate forms of writing for different purposes and audiences in French
Use a variety of speaking techniques to communicate with a variety of audiences in French
Research Skills
Access information to be informed and inform others about French culture
Make connections between various sources of information about French celebrations
Action: Teaching and Learning Through Inquiry
Component
Description
Content
Vocabulary related to French celebrations and traditions
Cultural practices associated with major French festivals (e.g., Bastille Day, Mardi Gras, Christmas)
Comparison of celebrations across French-speaking cultures
Learning Experiences and Strategies
Group discussions on personal experiences with celebrations
Video clips of French festivals
Role-play activities simulating French festival preparations
Writing practice describing French traditions
Differentiation
Provide French word banks for writing tasks
Allow use of visual aids in presentations
Offer choice in assessment format (written, oral, or digital)
Resources
Textbook: [Your French textbook title]
Online resources: Videos of French festivals
Authentic materials: French festival decorations, traditional French foods (if possible)
Websites: [List relevant French educational websites]
Reflection
Stage
Description
Prior to Teaching
Consider students' prior knowledge of French celebrations
Prepare culturally sensitive materials about France
During Teaching
Monitor student engagement with French topics
Adjust pacing based on student understanding of French language and culture
After Teaching
Evaluate effectiveness of learning activities in teaching French language and culture
Gather student feedback on French unit
Remember, this is a template that you can adjust based on your specific needs and the requirements of your school's MYP program for French language acquisition.
