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A-Level French: Maximising Success in the Speaking Exam
Course Code: T0436 £249.00
ABOUT THIS COURSE
This brand-new course is designed for teachers of A-Level French who want to strengthen students' speaking skills and maximise performance in the speaking examination. Relevant to both AQA and Edexcel specifications, the course explores effective approaches to developing confident, autonomous speakers who can communicate spontaneously, engage critically with contemporary issues and perform successfully in both the Stimulus Card discussion and the Individual Research Project (IRP).Drawing on current best practice and classroom experience, the course provides practical strategies, teaching resources and ready-to-use activities that can be implemented immediately. Delegates will leave with a clear understanding of the skills required for success at the highest grades and a range of approaches for developing fluency, independence and analytical thinking throughout the A-Level course.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
- Gain a clear understanding of the speaking requirements for both AQA and Edexcel A-Level French.
- Explore practical strategies for developing confident, spontaneous and independent speakers.
- Learn how to embed effective speaking practice throughout the two-year course.
- Discover approaches to improving students' fluency, interaction and critical thinking skills.
- Develop strategies to help students maximise preparation time and performance in the Stimulus Card discussion.
- Gain guidance on supporting students through the planning, research and delivery of a successful IRP.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Teachers of AQA and Edexcel A-Level French
- Teachers preparing to teach A-Level French
- Novice A-Level French teachers looking to strengthen their practice
- Experienced teachers looking to refresh their practice with a new perspective
PROGRAMME
10.00am: Creating Effective Speaking Routines- Narrowing the gap between speakers (Low attainer vs bilingual)
- Embedding spontaneous target-language interaction
- Retrieval practice and recycling for long-term retention
- Building confidence through low-stakes speaking activities
11.00am: Break
11.20am: Building Autonomous and Confident Speakers
- Developing students' independence inside and outside the classroom
- Working with a Language Assistant
- Using authentic resources to build cultural and topical knowledge
- Strategies for improving fluency, spontaneity and resilience
- Moving students from rehearsed answers to genuine communication
- Providing meaningful feedback to support progress and reflection
12.30pm: Lunch
1.30pm: The Stimulus Card
- Understanding assessment requirements across AQA and Edexcel
- Making the most of preparation time
- Teaching students to develop and justify opinions
- Moving from simple responses to analytical discussion
- Managing examiner questioning and sustaining interaction
- Practical classroom activities to improve stimulus-card performance
2.15pm: Break
2.30pm: The IRP
- Selecting topics that facilitate high-level discussion
- Supporting students through the research process
- Using authentic sources effectively
- Developing critical analysis and evaluation
- Preparing students for the discussion element
3.15pm: Bringing it All Together
- Key takeaways for immediate classroom implementation
- Year 12 and Year 13 action planning
- Recommended resources and next steps
- Questions and discussion
3.40pm: Depart
A-Level - Code: T0436A-Level French: Maximising Success in the Speaking Exam
COURSE LEADER
Marie Massé is a French and Spanish teacher with a wealth of classroom and leadership experience. She has served as Head of Languages, Subject Leader for French, and Trust Lead for MFL and consultant for secondary MFL. She has taught A-Level French for 15 years, consistently achieving outstanding results and helping students thrive at the highest level by fostering autonomy and independence in the classroom, encouraging critical thinking, and sharing her passion for the ever-evolving landscape of French language and culture.
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