French Immersion Programs

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Permalink Reply by suehellman on December 6, 2009 at 9:12am

HI Dagmar -- I checked the BC online group I am connected to but don't see a group for Immersion teachers. However there are 2 Canadian groups that might be of help at: http://www.acpi-cait.ca/ and http://www.caslt.org/resources/french-sl/research-articles-french-i.... Of course there are loads of online resources -- websites for all kinds of companies, organisations, museums, and so forth here because many companies and government departments offer their materials in both English and French.

Permalink Reply by Dagmar on December 6, 2009 at 10:20am

Thank you!

Permalink Reply by Sherri Johnston on December 9, 2009 at 12:02pm

Hi - Are you planning on writing the DELF/DALF test in April (offered through the Alliance Française in New York)? That test is getting a lot of attention in BC and Alberta as more school districts become familiar with it. Who wouldn't want a lifelong credential that is recognized internationally? I think it is pretty safe to say that districts across Alberta are also looking for qualified French Immersion teachers in case you might consider living on this side of the Rocky Mountains. As for test prep, I know there are a number of materials available for purchase that would help you prepare for the DELF (kind of like writing the LSAT!).

Permalink Reply by Leigh Whitford on May 24, 2010 at 2:17pm

I teach French Immersion.

My biggest advice to you is find people you can converse with in French and then only converse with them in French. It would be ideal if they are completely bilingual and can help you with vocabulary, expressions, etc. Then go to the nearest library and start reading in French.

I don't know what the test in BC entails but when I was hired on at an Alberta board, the test involved a written and spoken portion. If you read in French you will automatically improve your writing (but a penpal wouldn't hurt). If you speak in French you will improve your fluidity and ease with the language.

Aside from those two things which will help you practice your skills, an online refresher for the DELF is available at http://www.ciel.fr/apprendre-francais/exercices-francais.htm

Hope this helps.

Permalink Reply by Dagmar on December 18, 2010 at 2:57pm

Leigh-

Thank you -- I just found your response today!

I'm fluent, although I suspect one should be more than fluent to teach immersion at the middle school/high school level, since I don't speak perfectly.

 

I have read "Le Monde" almost everyday for over a year -- so my reading level is high, and, as I wrote, I speak fluently. Of course, there's always room for improvement.

 

I'm actually considering living in Montreal for a year, before trying to get an immersion job. It could be an adventure!

 

Thanks for the link!