Transcript EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION - Nova Scotia Department of Education

THE LATE FRENCH
IMMERSION PROGRAM
INFORMATION
SESSION
2011
DESCRIPTION
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This program is designed for students
whose experience with the French
language has been limited to elementary
Core French.
The entry point of the Late French
Immersion Program is at Grade 7.
The program extends to Grade 12.
CANADIAN MADE!
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The origins of the French Immersion
Program date back to 1965 in St. Lambert,
Montréal, Québec.
Research shows that the Immersion
experience is the most effective way for
children to become functionally bilingual
without having adverse effects on their
social, academic or personal development.
CURRICULUM
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The French Immersion Program
follows the same learning outcomes
as defined by the Nova Scotia English
Provincial Guides.
RESEARCH
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Many language concepts and skills learned
and developed in French are similar to those
applied in English. Studies supported by
CASLT (Canadian Association of Second
Language Teachers) have shown that
bilingual students “appear to have a number
of intellectual advantages” such as the ability
to think abstractly and problem solve at an
earlier age.
(http://www.unb.ca/slec/hot_topics/l2_children.html)
RESEARCH
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More than 300,000 students are currently
enrolled in French Immersion programs
across Canada as compared to 75,000 in
1980-1981.
More than 2 million English-speaking
students are studying French as a subject in
school.
More than 25% of young Canadians aged
18-29 are currently bilingual.
LANGUAGE ACQUISITION
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Students acquire their French language skills
in an environment surrounded by French
posters, signs, books and other resources.
The integration of subjects taught in French
is also conducive to language acquisition.
NOVA SCOTIA
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The Late Immersion Program (Grade
7-12) began in 1985 in the former
Halifax County-Bedford District
School Board .
FRENCH IMMERSION
CERTIFICATE
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Students receive a French Immersion
Certificate at the end of grade 12 upon
completion of course requirements.
Upon completion, students should be able to:
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function in a French-speaking community
accept a job where French is the working language
pursue university or college education
in French
LATE FRENCH IMMERSION WITHIN
HALIFAX REGIONAL SCHOOL BOARD
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As of September 2009, HRSB has 32
schools (junior high and senior high
schools) offering Late French
Immersion.
PERCENTAGE OF INSTRUCTION IN
FRENCH (IMMERSION PROGRAM)
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Primary- Grade 2
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Grades 3-6
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Grades 7-9
Grades 10-12
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90%-100% (varies due to
Music and Physical
Education)
80%- 85% (formal
instruction in English is
introduced)
60%- 75%
50% (minimum of nine
credits taught in French)
LATE FRENCH IMMERSION WITHIN
HALIFAX REGIONAL SCHOOL BOARD
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2 schools within the HRSB offer an Integrated
Core French Program,which is closely identical
to the Late French Immersion Program
Exemption: Science & Math are taught in
English
SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES
All students should have equal access to
special services where available.
 It is recommended that there is a close
working relationship among
the Immersion teachers,
the Resource teachers
and the parent(s)/
guardian(s).
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WHEN CONSIDERING THE LATE
FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM…
• How is your child’s social and
emotional development?
• Does your child have a positive selfesteem?
• Does your child have major
perceptual or auditory problems?
• Can your child adjust easily to
unfamiliar situations?
THE LATE FRENCH IMMERSION
PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO . . .
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enable all students to communicate effectively
in French using listening, speaking, viewing,
reading, writing and other various means of
representation.
LISTENING . . .
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uses teaching strategies that foster a
positive classroom environment.
helps the students achieve success in
French while learning the core subject matter.
SPEAKING . . .
• permits students to engage in
meaningful & constructive dialogue.
READING . . .
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Jeunes lecteurs actifs P-6
(Active Young Readers)
Lecteurs Actifs 7-9
(Young Readers)
Litteracy Success 10-12
WRITING . . .
Écrivains à l’œuvre 4-9
(Writers in Action)
•This initiative is helping students
across the province to develop
strong written skills.
MATHEMATICS
• Students develop problem solving abilities
using a variety of communicative strategies.
SOCIAL STUDIES . . .
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enable and encourage students to examine
isssues, respond critically and creatively, and
make informed decisions as fellow citizens of
an increasingly global community.
SCIENCE
• Laboratory experiments
• Research and observations
• Collection and analysis of data
• Science Fairs
TRIP TO UNIVERSITÉ
SAINTE-ANNE
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Each Spring, Grade 7 students participate
in a 4 day trip where they are totally
immersed in an authentic French
environment.
They interact in French with other HRSB
Late French Immersion students, and
enjoy an educational and enjoyable
cultural event.
THE LATE FRENCH IMMERSION
PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO …
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enable all students to work and study
purposefully, both independently and
cooperatively.
THE LATE FRENCH IMMERSION
PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO …
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enable all students to solve problems
individually and collaboratively.
THE LATE FRENCH IMMERSION
PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO …
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encourage personal development of skills,
attitudes and values.
THE LATE FRENCH IMMERSION
PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO …
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enable all students to express their ideas and
feelings in various art forms.
THE LATE FRENCH IMMERSION
PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO …
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enable all students to locate, evaluate,
adapt, create and share information using a
wide range of sources and technologies.
THE LATE FRENCH IMMERSION
PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO …
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enable all students to demonstrate a better
understanding of their own and others’
cultural heritage with a particular emphasis
on French speaking communities.
THE FRENCH IMMERSION
TEACHER . . .
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has an excellent command of the French
language (written and spoken).
teaches the subjects according to the
established Provincial guidelines.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT . . .
• is ongoing and collaborative
(English & French).
PREPARATION AND SUPPORT
FOR PARENTS
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French section of community libraries.
HRSB website and French links.
French language television.
Extracurricular and community activities
which promote French language and
culture.
Encourage your child to read in French.
USEFUL LINKS
•www.cpf.ca (Canadian Parents for French)
•http://hrsbstaff.ednet.ns.ca/bgromick/
(To enroll or not to enroll . . . that is the
question)
•www.caslt.org (Canadian Association of
Second Language Teachers)