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Courses for Adults > Focus on French Skills

Conversation

CV250 (Level B1)
CV350 (Level B2)
CV450 (Level C1)

Based on newspaper or magazine articles, class discussions treat a variety of different topics in the news, leading to a stimulating exchange of opinions on current events as seen through the French press.

In this course you will:

  • Review grammar points in context
  • Improve your reading comprehension of newspapers and news magazines
  • Broaden your vocabulary in various current events topics
  • Become aware of the French journalistic style
  • Distinguish between nuances of meaning
  • Clearly express your opinions and defend your points of view
  • Develop your listening comprehension skills
  • Proficiently summarize and discuss a news event
  • Make a presentation on a topic of interest to you
  • Refine your pronunciation
  • Expand your knowledge of French history, culture and society

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