Apprenons (French Edition)

APprenons, Second Edition seeks to guide your students to a Pre-Advanced level of proficiency while preparing them for the revised AP® French Language and Culture Exam. Real-Life Experience with the Dialects, Accents, and Idioms of Francophone Cultures Authentic texts and audios from over 30 francophone cultures represent a variety of styles and genres including creative writing, poems, letters, informational writing, contracts, blogs, and forums. Extensive Vocabulary Support Glossed vocabulary throughout the texts is summarized at the end of each chapter with language level appropriate definitions in French. A glossary of all of the vocabulary is provided at the end of the book: French to French, French to English, and English to French. Targeted Learning Objectives Each chapter begins with essential questions to guide critical thinking and clearly articulated oral and written proficiency objectives. Connecting and Comparing Cultures with the College Board's Themes 10 chapters integrate the themes and contexts outlined by the College Board s French Language and Culture Curriculum Framework throughout to present material as the exam does. Two Seven-Task Mini AP® Exams per Chapter Students practice for the exam by completing two seven-task mini-AP® exams per chapter that are designed as AP® tasks are designed, following the same directions students use on the actual exam. Students benefit from 20 practice tasks for the most stress-inducing AP® task - Interpersonal Speaking: Conversation. Online Explorer Explorer provides extra practice and online resources including audios and videos. 24/7 access allows students to explore at their own pace and within their own comfort zones as they pursue further independent and collaborative learning. **Purchasing a new copy of this title grants complimentary access to Explorer for one year. Used copies may not include access.**