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SCUP approve and recommend to Senate the full program proposal for a

Certificate in French and Education.

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SCUP is attached.

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FPP: Certificate in French and Education

DATE: February 16, 2010

On January 28,2010, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Curriculum

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and Education. The Notice of Intent was forwarded to SCUP on July 29,

2009.

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approved by

SCUP, the Faculty of Education and the Department of French.

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on the agenda of the next meeting of F ASSCC.

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CERTIFICATE

IN

FRENCH AND EDUCATION

Simon Fraser University

Full Program Proposal

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The

Cert!ficate in f-"rench and Educalion

is an interdisciplinary progratn and an inter-

faculty collaboration selecting existing

courses. that will all be taught in French, fronl the

Department

of French (Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences - F ASS) and the French Programs

(Faculty of Education - FOE).

This

Cert{jicale in French and Education

is targeted towards all prospective students who plan to

apply to the

Professional Development Programs - French Module (PDP) and beconlc teachers

in French programs (Imnlersion. Core French and Francophone) in British Columbia. At the

current tinle, prospective candidates to French

PDP must pass a single language entry test along

with fulfilling the minimum academic requirements for the desired teaching level (elementary or

secondary). Generally, students complete a bachelor degree with one teachable Inajor or two

teachable n1inors.

However~

these requirements do not ensure a standard of adequate French

language competence (oral, gran1mar,

composition~ stylistics~

etc.) or linguistics (2

nd

language

acquisition, language structure, French varieties and norn1s) and educational background

(cultural diversity, students with minority settings, French as a

Second Language nlethodo(ogies)

to prepare students for the French

PDP as well as their future career as French teachers.

The creation

of a

Certificate in French and Education

will raise the standard of preparedness for

entry into the French

PDP by developing the ability of future student-teachers to 1) demonstrate

a proficiency in oral and written communication skills in French with a \vel1-versed prior

knowledge

of practical. social and professional educational topics and 2) participate effectively

in fOflnal and infoflnal conversations on these issues during PDP - French TVlodule. The new

certificate will also directly contribute to the continuing university-school district collaboration

by fulfilling school districts' needs to combine French Teachers proficiency and tnethodological

knowledge and practice.

CURRICULUM

1. Credential to be awarded:

Students will be awarded a

Certificate in French and Education.

This certificate will combine a

sound background in French language, French linguistics and fundanlental educational issues for

future educators in French programs in the pluralistic society

of British Columbia.

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2. Location:

The new certificate will be offered conjointly in the F ASS and in the FOE on the Burnaby

campus.

3. Faculty offering the new program:

Recomn1endation of candidates for the certificate will be prepared by the Department of French

and the certificate will be awarded by F

ASS.

4. Anticipated start date

January

2011.

5. Program description

5.1 Aims, goals and objectives

The certificate will support students with diverse qualifications before they enter the French PDP

and prepare them to become successful in this professional program by i) ensuring a standard of

French language proficiency and ii) providing a more focused and cohesive

knowledge/understanding

of foundational perspective and expe11ise in theoretical and

tnethodological aspects

of Second Language teaching and principles of language learning, as

they apply

to the teaching of French in BC.

5.3 Target Audience and Student Interest

This certiJicate is targeted to all prospective students who plan to apply to the French PDP

progran1 and become teachers in French programs in British Columbia. This would also include

new immigrants with university diplomas who wish to prepare themselves for entry to the French

PDP in a Canadian, British Columbian context. The certificate will also be available for in-

service teachers who wish to complement or refresh their academic and professional training.

Sometimes students pursuing a

m~jor

or an extended minor in French end up applying for the

French

PDP and routinely request more courses to prepare them toward that career path. This

certificate will provide them with an academic program specifically suited to their professional

goals. This is also true

of students not pursuing a degree in French but \vho nonetheless seek to

inlprove their academic background prior to entering the French

PDP. Finally, the Department

of French receives inquiry from non-SFU students looking for a French progratn to prepare them

specifically for an entry into the French

PDP.

5.4 Content

The

Certificate in French and Education

requires a n11l11mUnl of 32

units

fronl a list of

designated core courses in French (15 units) and Education (8 units) and 9 further units from an

optional list (see attached program course list).

In order the Ineet the objective of raising the

standards

of French proficiency as well as educational and linguistic background before entry into

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the French

PDP~

the program of study is tightly designed with a strong core and

few

options and

with a nlajority

of upper division (300 level) courses.

Core Courses in French (15 credits)

FREN 245-3 Introduction to Literary Studies

FREN

300-3 Advanced French: Oral Practice

FREN

301-3 Advanced French Composition

FREN 304-3 Advanced French Grammar

FREN 416-3 The Acquisition

of French as a Second Language

Core Courses in Education (8 credits)

EDUC 380-4 Introduction to Teaching French in Canadian Contexts

EDUC

382-4 Diversity in Education: Theories, Policies, Practices

Optional Courses

Any 2

of the following (6 credits)

FREN 307-3 The Right Word: Advanced Vocabulary and Translation

FREN 331-3 Accents

of French

FREN 333-3 The Magic

of French Words

FREN

330-3 Francophone World

FREN 352-3 French and Francophone Cultures through Films and/or Media Texts

FREN

407-3 French Language in Translation

FREN 423-3 Topics in the History

of French

FREN 425-3 Topics in Varieties

of French

FREN 452-3 Topics in French and Francophone

Cultures or Cinemas

One of the following (3 credits)

EDUC 326-3 Classroom Management and Discipline

EDUC 341-3 Literacy, Education and Culture

EDUC 367-4 Teaching Children from Minority Language Backgrounds in Eletnentary

Schools

The 111ajority of the courses above already exist. Some courses in French (FREN 245, FREN

331, FREN 333 and FREN 352) will be new course offerings. but arc part of a larger curriculum

rcfoml that the Department of French has submitted in Fall 2009: these new course have already

been approved by F

ASSCC and SCUS for entry in the September 2010 calendar.

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5.5 Contribution to the University's strategic plan

SFU is recognized as British Columbia's leader in French post-secondary programming. with

programs in French language, literature and education and with the emergence

of the Office of

Francophone and Francophile Affairs (OFF A) and the first Program in Public Adnlinistration

and

Comnlunity services offered primarily in French. As the only post-secondary institution,

\vith

UBC, mandated to recommend

Be

College of Teachers (BCCT) certitication for French

teachers in the

Province, this

Cert{ficate in French and Education

will further consolidate

SFU~s

leading and innovative role in French programming, bringing together and coordinating cross-

faculty French resources in order to respond to the need

of improving the level of preparedness

of future French program teachers. By providing a foundational standard for French PDP

candidates. the certificate will strengthen SFU French Teacher Education as well as build on the

continuing tradition

of innovative practices to ensure positive and interactive learning

experiences for students.

By recognizing and pronloting interdisciplinary and inter-faculty collaboration between

programs in F

ASS and FOE, and by drawing on existing resources in the Department of French

and in French

Programs in the FOE, the timing of this common initiativc is in agreCl11cnt with

SFlFs overall academic vision for the future. This interdisciplinary approach will add value and

strengthen the quality and relevance

of progratns in French and in French Education as well as

contributing to the dissenlination

of research projects in each curriculum. It will also benefit

cOlnlnunities~

e.g. School boards. teachers, students and

parents~

that support ollr progral11S.

5.6 Distinctive Characteristics

The

Cert(ficate in French and Education

will be the first program in the Province specifically

designed for future French teachers before their entry into a French

PDP progranl. The

certificates curriculunl is distinct from any existing program in French or in Education at SFlj in

that it regroups. under one certificate, a combination of cOllrses specifically targeted on French

language

skills as well as principles and theories underlying French language educationaL

pedagogical and

L2 acquisition issues. In many other higher education institutions in Canada and

abroad. these subject matters are regrouped under a single Faculty: the certificate will aHow

students to cross a bridge between two

SFU faculties \vherein these resources are found.

5.7 Completion Time

Completion of a stand-alone certificate is possible in three terms. Students pursuing a Inajor or

an extended minor in French could conlplete the certificate in less tinle, as some courses can

count toward both credentials. Students not having the required French language background

or

proticiency would have to take additional preparatory courses to reach an appropriate level of

French language competence.

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5.8 Policies on Student Evaluation

Students pursuing the certificate will be evaluated along already established parameters for these

courses. The Department

of French and the Faculty of Education are responsible for maintaining

acadenlic rigour

in their respective courses. As is required by SFU, students must maintain a

minimum

GPA of2.0 on all courses leading to and applied to this certificate.

LEARNING METHODOLOGY

Linkages between the Learning Outcomes and the Curriculum Design

The certificate proposes a curriculum specifically designed to provide a sound standard in French

language proficiency. French linguistics. a broader understanding

of Second Language

Acquisition/Teaching and a conlprehensive insight into educational backgrounds

for pre-service.

and

in service, French program teachers in British Columbia. SOlne courses also integrate a

hasic training

in French literary text analysis, as well as francophonc cultures and civilizations.

Delivery method

All courses will be offered on the Burnaby campus, with standard learning technology supports

and course nlanagement

tools, where applicable.

FACULTY

AlJ courses are or \vil1 be regularly taught by existing Faculty nlembers in the French

Departnlent and the Faculty

of Education. No new Faculty resources are required for this

certificate.

PROGRAM CONSULTATION AND EVALUATION

The Notice of Intent for the

Cert(ficate in French and Education

has been approved by all

undergraduate conlmittees involved in the development and delivery of the courses included in

the certiticate. in both the FOE (The French Programs Committee. the PDP. the Undergraduate

Program

Conlmittee and the FOE General Assembly) and F ASS (The French Department and

FASS Curriculum Conl1nittee).

The certificate will

be reviewed bi-annually by a French/Education Steering Committee formed

with two representatives

from each program. including the Chair of the administrative unit.

Support and Recognition

As SFU. along with UBC. are the only institutions in

Be

providing Teacher's

Education

Professional

Progranls in French. this original

Cerl{ficate in French and Educatiol1

at SFU \vill

generate significant interest. A Be A TML/BCTF (2007:5) report. citing Reeder. llasebe-Ludt

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and Thonlas (1997). underlines the need for "'a cohesive action plan for teachers training. both

pre- and in-

service'~

and recomlnends that all language teachers should not

~'only

be thoroughly

proficient in the respective language

of instruction, but also have a sound background in

theoretical and methodological aspects of Second language teaching and principles of language

learning:' In effect, the certificate has received formal support from the

BCTC (BC

Teacher~s

College) in the form of a letter to VP-Academic Driver and the Dean of Education ( copy of the

letter

is included in appendix A). In addition, discussions with French Immersion teachers and

School Board representatives

of the Lower Mainland, through in-field research projects in

French education, indicate a significant professional interest in developing new progranls for

pre- and in-service French teachers.

School boards provide resources to teachers to undertake

continuing professional training at institutions

of higher learning and it is anticipated that this

certificate will attract a number

of teachers, due to the high quality of the courses and teaching

Faculties.

Related Programs

There is cUITently no sinlilar program offered at UBC, the only other

BC

institution nlandated to

provide French Teachers education.

UBC might however soon follow suit

(BeA TIV1 L/BCTF.

2007:8).

ADMISSION

Prospective students must apply to Simon Fraser University for admission and meet the normal

adtnission and progranl pre-requisite requirements prior to undertaking the certificate.

The certificate

is designed at a mid-entry level, and students have to meet all required prerequisite

courses. Prerequisite language courses can be challenged for credit

in accordance \vith French

program policies. However, none

of the courses making up this certificate can be challenged for

credit.

Credits earned in the certificate may be applied to a major

or a minor program toward a

bache10r's degree. However, units applied to one certificate Inay not be applied to another

Sinl0n

Fraser University certificate or diploma.

Enrolment Plan

SFU students will apply to the Departlnent of French for admission.

Residency Requirement

Transfer credits: Students nlay apply for transfer credit to a maXinlUI11 of 15 units. not exceeding

9 credits in French and 6 in Education, subject to university transfer credit regulations.

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6. CONTACTS

Dr. Rejean Canac-Marquis, Chair, Associate Professor, Department of French, F

ASS~

778 782

3546, rcanaclllaav,sfu.ca

Dr. Cecile Sabatier, Assistant Professor, French Programs, FOE, 778 782 7125,

sabatier~i.1sfu.ca

Appendix A

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Proposed Calendar Entry

CERTIFICATE

IN

FRENCH AND EDUCATION

The certificate prepares students with diverse qualifications and background before they enter the

French

PDP or during their career as French teachers. The program will help them reach a higher

standard

of French language proficiency and provide them with a focused and cohesive

understanding

of foundational perspective and expertise in theoretical and nlethodological

aspects

of Second Language teaching and principles of language learning, contextualized in the

nlinority context

of French training in BC.

The ce11ificate is available to those without a bachelor's degree. Credits earned tnay

be applied to

a major or a nlinor. Units applied to one certificate may not be applied to another SilTIOn fraser

lTniversity certificate or diploma. Students Inay apply for relevant transfer credit to a ll1axitnum

of9 units in French and 6 in Education for this certificate.

Admission Requirements

Prospective students must meet the normal SFU admission requirenlents. Certificate program

admission approval nlust be obtained from the French Department.

Program Requirements

Students \vill successfully complete a minimum of 32 units, or which 23 are earned by

conlpleting 7 required courses in French and Education. The renlaining 9 units l11ay be selected

from two

I

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Core Courses

(23 units)

Students complete all

of

FREN 245-3 Introduction to Literary Studies

FREN 300-3 Advanced French: Oral Practice

FREN

301-3 Advanced French Composition

FREN

304-3 Advanced French Grammar

FREN 4] 6-3 The Acquisition

of French as a Second Language

EDUC

380-4 Introduction to Teaching French in Canadian Contexts

EDUC 382-4 Diversity in Education: Theories,

Policies, Practices

Elective Coo rses

(minimum 9 units)

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Students must complete 6 units from

FREN

307-3 The Right Word: Advanced Vocabulary and 'Translation

FREN 331-3 Accents

of French

FREN 333-3 The Magic

of French Words

FREN 330-3 Francophone World

FREN 352-3 French and Francophone Cultures through Films and/or Media Texts

FREN

407-3 French Language in Translation

FREN 423-3 Topics in the History

of French

FREN 425-3 Topics in Varieties

of French

FREN 452-3 Topics in French and Francophone Cultures

or Cinemas

and one

of

EOUC 367-4 Teaching Children from Minority Language Backgrounds in Elementary Schools

EOUe 326-3 Classroom management and Discipline

EOUC 341-3 Literacy, Education and Culture

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Students lllUSt comply with all individual course prerequisites. Prerequisite language courses

can be challenged for credit in accordance with French program policies. (See Course

Challenge header above.) None of the courses making up the certificate can be challenged.

•

• Students with credit for FREN 230 or FREN 240 can use one ofthen1 as an alternative to

FREN

245.

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APPENDIXB

Letter of Support from

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June 12,2009

Dr Jonathan

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Dean

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Simon CJ;aSer University

888&Oniversity

Drive

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Dear Drs Driver and Magnusson:

400-2025 W Broadway

Vancouver Be VbJ 1Z6

t. 604.731.8170 f.604.731,9142

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I

am writing to lend my support to an innovative new program which has been proposed

by the Department of French and the Faculty of Education's French Programs at Simon

Fraser University,'The

Joint Certificate in French and Education,

an interdisciplinary

program taught

in French, would make an outstandi,ng contribution to the British

Columbia public education system.

It wouLd offer exceptionaL preparation for proficiency

in French combined with in-depth studies in education methodologies.

As

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the regulatory body for teachers in British Columbia, the BC- CoLlege of Teachers, we

are responsibLe for setting the standards for teachers in the province. One concern that

has become prominent in the past years is the shortage of teachers who are adequately

prepared for teaching French

Immersion. core French. and teaching in the French

language,

Every

ye~r

the

Be

College of Teachers receives requests from school districts

for permission to employ uncertified personnel as teachers for their French Immersion

,

and French Education programs. The French Education Authority (School District 93) has

frequently advised

us that

it

is impossibLe to find teachers for m'any elementary and

secondary subject areas who have both the subject knowledge and fluency in French,

The districts typical.ly advertise extensively for French-speaking teachers (usually across

Canada)

and are not able to attract qualified teachers.

In the past three years, we have issued

102

lett~rs

of permission for French, French

Immersion, and French Education (School District 93) positions, This is more than twice

as many as for the second most severe shortage, Technology Education. I have enclosed

a list

of these French-related letters of permission, which speaks clearly to the problem

British Columbia

is currently facing.

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EDUCATION

APPENDIXC

Course Calendar Descriptions

All courses qffered

by

the Faculty of Education already exist .. those wilh

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will he taught in French

for thefirst time

EDUC 380-4

Introduction to Teaching French in Canadian Contexts

For students contemplating becoming teachers of Immersion. Core French at the secondary level, or

for

intermediate and middle school generalists who want to have an introductory overview of second

language teaching

in general and French education in British Columbia specifically. The general objective

is to help prospective French teachers to better understand Canadian bilingualism. its

historical.

sociopolitical and cultural context, as well as gain a basic understanding of French education programs in

British Columbia. Prerequisite: FREN 30 I or 304 or 370 or equivalent.

EDUC 382-4

Diversity in Education: Theories, Policies, I)racticcs

An examination of the impact of social diversity on schooling in Canada exploring contemporary issues

and perspectives on diversity education as they relate

to cultural, ethnic. racial. linguistic, religious,

economic. and gender ditlerences. Prerequisite:

60 units.

Students who have received credit for EDUC

441, EDUC 382-4 Special Topics from Fall 2003-3 on.

cannot take

EDue 382 for further credit.

*EDUC 326-3

Classroom

Management and Discipline

An examination of contemporary approaches to classroom management and discipline. including a

consideration

of legal, organizational and administrative issues. The major goal of the course is to enable

students to comprehend the basic principles and tenets

of a number of management approaches and to

translate these principles into specific teaching strategies and skills.

Prerequisite:

EDUC

40112

or one of

EDUC 100, 220. 230, 240.

*EDUC 341-3

Literacy, Education

and Culture

An introduction to the study of literacy from an interdisciplinary perspective. one which explores the role

of literacy in social development. the economic and cultural values of literacy. and the effects of literacy

on cognitive processes.

The particular concem of this course is with the formal transmission of literacy in

educational institutions. The course will especially address the varying conceptions of literacy that

educators have traditionally valued, and the research that aims to explain. justify. and prescribe

educational practices intended to increase literacy. Prerequisite:

60 units. Breadth-Humanities.

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*EDUC 367-4 Teaching Children from Minority Language Backgrounds in Elementary

Classrooms

For prospective or practicing elementary school teachers who are interested in enhancing educational

practice for children

of minority language backgrounds within the context of their mainstream

classrooms. Participants will consider theory and research

in second language learning. examine

recommendations for classroom practice and develop plans for practice relevant to their own educational

milieu. Prerequisite:

60 units.

FRENCH

Courses marked with an "*,, below will be new courses introduced in the French program in the 20 I 0

SFU Calendar

.

These new courses have already been approved by FASCC and SCUS.

*FREN 245-3 Introduction to Literary Studies

An Introduction to French literary studies with selected works in poetry and prose. including theatre.

Attention will be given to methods

of analysis. The course will be conducted in French. Prerequisite: 222

Of. with a grade of A. FREN 202 or 221. Breadth-Humanities.

FREN 300-3 Advanced French: Oral Practice

Designed to develop ability in oral expression. Instruction in class and in lab. Prerequisite:

FREN

206 or 222 Of, with a grade of A and pennission of

instructor~

FREN 205 or 215 or 217

FREN 301-3W

Advanced French Composition

A writing course to improve organization and argumentation, paragraph structures and lexical

accuracy. Instruction in class and online. Prerequisite FREN 206 or

222~

or. with a grade of

A~

FREN 202 or 221. Writing.

FREN 304-3 Advanced French Grammar

Continuation of FREN 222, with emphasis on grammatical analysis. Instruction in class and

online.

Prerequisite: FREN 206 or 222 (or equivalent based on placenlent test). Students \-vith

credit for FREN 302 tnay not take this course for further credit

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FREN 307-3 The Right Word: Advanced Vocabulary and Translation

A study of French and franco phone literature from an interdisciplinary point of vie\v. Topics \vill

vary to include different disciplines: history, cultural studies, gender studies or the study of the

relationships between literature and other arts. Prerequisite:

FREN 222.

FREN 330-3 Francophone World

A multidisciplinary analysis of socio-cultural aspects of French speaking countries, involving

written work

and oral participation. Prerequisite: FREN 206 or 222 or permission of instructor.

Breadth-

H

Ulnani

ti

es.

*FREN 331-3

Accents

of French

An introduction to notions paramount to the study of French accents such as linguistic norm,

representations and attitudes. phoneme and allophones, and motivation for instance. Analyses on short

corpora will provide students a hands-on experience and will lead to discussions about relevant

methodologies. Prerequisite: FREN

270 or FREN 275.

*

FREN 333-3

The Magic of French Words

An introduction to the study of the

form~ structure~

evolution and use of French words. Selected topics

related to the study

of French words in

Morphology~

Terminology, Orthography, Etymology, Diaphasic

and Diatopic Varieties and Language use. Prerequisite: FREN

270 or FREN 275.

*FREN 352-3

French and Francophone Cultures through Films and/or Media Texts

Explores various cultural topics of French and Francophone countries (Europe. America. Africa. Asia)

with the aid

of visual documents. Prerequisite: Fren222. Students with B+ in FREN 221 can take FREN

222 and FREN 352 concurrently.

*FREN 407-3

French Language in Translation

Translating from English to French allows students to explore and understand the nuances of the French

language as well as language transfer. By learning precision

in the use of vocahulary, grammar. and

syntax, students will improve their writing skills. They will also learn how to identify context in a variety

of documents. Prerequisite: FREN 301 or special permission from the department.

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FREN 4

t 6-3

The Acquisition of French as a Second Language

Examines

cognitive~

linguistic and social processes involved in the acquisition of a second

language~

with a focus on the acquisition of

French~

especially of French as an official language

and in a minority language context.

Prerequisite: FREN 275 or FREN 270; and FREN 301.

FREN

423-3

Topics in the History of French

Studies of selected topics in French historical linguistics. Subject matters may include external history,

history of sound changes, morphological and syntactic changes. Prerequisite: FREN

270 nr I

:

RI.

i'--

.~7~:

and rR LN 301. Students with credit for FREN

414

may not take this course for further

credit.

FREN

425-3

Topics in Varieties of French

Study of selected topics in French dialectal variation. Subject matter may include. but is not

limited to, French

Dialects~

Canadian French and French Creoles.

Prerequisite: FREN 270 or FREN 275; and FREN 301. Students with credit

for

FREN 421

and/or 422 may not take this course for further credit.

FREN

452-3

Topics in French and Francophone Cultures or Cinemas

Study of selected topics relating to French and Francophone cultures or tiltns. Prerequisite:

FREN 245 or 230 or 240; FREN 270 or 275; and FREN 301.

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Notice of Intent

CERTIFICATE IN FRENCH AND EDUCATION

Simon Fraser University

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The

Certificate in French and Education

is an interdisciplinary program and an inter-

faculty collaboration selecting existing courses, that will all

be taught in French, from the

Department.

of French (Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences - F AS S) and the French Programs

(Faculty

Of Education - FOE).

This

Certificate in French and Education

is targeted to all prospective students who plan to

apply to the

Professio~al

Development Programs, - French Module (PDP) and become teachers

in French programs (Immersion, Core French and Francophone) in British Columbia. At the

current time, prospective candidates

to French PDP must pass a single language entry test and

complete a bachelor degree with a major and a

minor in two teachable subjects at the primary or .

secondary levels. However, these requirements

do .not ensure a standard of adequate French

language competence (oral, grammar, composition, stylistics, etc.) or linguistics

(2

nd

language

acquisition, language structure, French varieties and norms)

and educational background

(cultural diversity, students with minority settings, French

as a Second Language methodologies)

to prepare students for the French PDP as well as their future career as French teachers.

The creation of a

Certificate in French and Education

will raise the standard of preparedness for

entry in the French PDP by developing the ability of future student-teachers to 1) demonstrate a

proficiency

in oral and written communication skills in French and a well-versed prior

knowledge about practical, social and professional educational topics

and 2) participate

effectively in most formal and informal conversations

on these issues during PDP - French

Module. The new certificate will also directly contribute

to the continuing university-school

district collaboration by fulfilling school districts' needs

to combine French Teachers proficiency

and methodological knowledge and practice.

1. CREDENTIAL TO BE A WARDED

Students will be awarded a

Certificate in French and Education.

This Certificate will combine a

sound background in French language, French linguistics and fundamental educational issues

for

future educators in French programs in a pluralistic society in British Columbia.

2. LOCATION OF THE CERTIFICATE

The new certificate will be offered conjointly in the F ASS and in the FOE on Burnaby campus.

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3. FACULTY OFFERING THE CERTIFICATE

Recommendation of candidates for the Certificate will be prepared

by

the Department of French

and the certificate will be awarded by F

ASS.

4. ANTICIPATED START DATE

The expected starting date is September 2010. All required courses for this certificate already

exist (or will have an equivalent in case

of curriculum course changes) in the SFU calendar and

are offered on a regular basis, at least once a year.

5. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

5.1 Aims, goals and objectives

The certificate will support students with diverse qualifications before they enter the French PDP

and prepare them to become successful in this professional program by i) ensuring a standard

of

French language proficiency and ii) providing a more focused and cohesive

knowledge/understanding

of foundational perspective and expertise in theoretical and

methodological aspects

of Second Language teaching and principles of language learning.

5.2 Contribution to the University's strategic plan

SFU is recognized as British Columbia's leader in French post-secondary programming, with

programs in French language, literature, education and with the emergence

of Office of

Francophone and Francophile Affairs (OFF A) and the first Program

in

Public Administration

and Community services offered primarily in French.

As the only post-secondary institution,

with

UBC, mandated to recommend BC College of Teachers (BCCT) certification for teachers in

the Province, this

Certificate in French and Education

will further consolidate SFU's leading

and innovative role in French programming, bringing together and coordinating cross-faculty

French resources in order to respond to the need

of improving the level of preparedness of future

French program teachers. By providing a foundational standard for French

PDP candidates, the

Certificate will strengthen

SFU French Teacher Education as well as build on the continuing

tradition

of innovative practices to ensure positive and interactive learning experiences for

students.

By recognizing and promoting interdisciplinary and inter-faculty

col1abo~ation

between

programs in F

ASS and FOE, and by drawing on existing resources in the Department of French

and in French Programs in the FOE, the timing of this common initiative is in agreement with

SFU overall academic Vision for the future. This interdisciplinary approach will add value and

strengthen the quality and relevance

of programs in French and in French Education as well as

contribute to disseminate research projects in each curriculum. It will also benefit communities,

e.g. School boards, teachers, students and parents, that support our programs.

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5.3 Target Audience

This Certificate is targeted to all prospective students who plan to apply to the French PDP

program and become teachers in French programs in British Columbia. This would also include

new immigrants with university diplomas

who wish to prepare themselves for entry to the French

PDP in a Canadian and British Columbia context. The Certificate will also be available for in-

service teachers who wish to complement or refresh their academic and professional training.

5.4 Content and Graduation Requirements

Prospective students

must apply to Simon Fraser University for admission and meet the normal

admission and program pre-requisite requirements prior to undertaking the Certificate.

The

Certificate in French and Education

requires a minimum of 33

units

from a list of

designated core courses in French (18 units) and Education (9 units) and 6 further units from an

optional list (see attached program course list). The coherent program of study is tightly designed

with a strong core

and few options in order to achieve the intended objective of assuring French

language

and pedagogical standards.

The Certificate

is designed at a mid-entry level and students not pursuing a major or an extended

minor in French

may have to complete some prerequisite language courses or challenge them

with a language placement test. The rationale for having a majority of upper level courses in the

Certificate is to meet the objective of raising the standards of French proficiency as well as

educational and linguistic background before entry into the French

PDP.

Credits earned in the program may be applied to a major for a bachelor's degree or to a minor

program. However,

units applied to one certificate may not be applied to another Simon Fraser

University certificate or

diploma.

Transfer credits: Students may apply for transfer credit to a maximum of 15 units, not exceeding

9 credits

in French and 6 in education, subject to university transfer credit regulations.

5.5 Delivery method

All courses will be delivered on the Burnaby campus.

5.6 Linkages between the Learning Outcomes and the Curriculum Design

The Certificate provides a program specifically designed to provide a sound standard in French

language proficiency, French linguistics, a broader understanding

of Second Language

AcquisitionfTeaching

and a comprehensive insight to educational backgrounds for pre-service,

but also

in service, French program teachers in British Columbia. Some courses also integrate a

basic training

in French literary text analy?is, as well as francophone cultures and civilizations.

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5.7 Distinctive Characteristics

The

Certificate in French and Education

will be the first program in the Province specifically

designed for future French teachers before their entry into a French PDP program. For the first

time in one program, it combines consistent knowledge about French language as well as

principles and theories underlying current educational and pedagogical issues.

5.8 Completion Time

Completion. of a stand-alone Certificate is possible in three terms. Students pursuing a major or

an

extended minor in French could complete the Certificate in less time, as several courses count

toward both credentials. Students not having the required French language background or

proficiency would have to take additional preparatory courses to reach proper French language

competence.

5.9 Enrolment Plan

SFU students will apply to the Department of French for admission.

5.10 Policies on Student Evaluation

As all courses in the Certificate are standard and existing courses in participating programs,

students pursuing the Certificate will be evaluated along already established parameters for these

courses. The Department of French and the Faculty of Education are responsible for maintaining

academic rigour in their respective courses. As for other certificates at SFU, an average GPA of

2.0 must be maintained for courses leading to the Certificate or to be granted such a certificate at

the end of the program.

5.11 Faculty Appointment

All courses are presently taught by existing Faculty Members. Courses may be occasionally

taught by Sessional instructors who must meet the set faculty and departmental standards for

appointment. All courses will be taught by existing faculty in their home departments.

5.12 Program Assessment

The Certificate will be revie\ved bi-alulually by a French/Education Steering Comlnittee formed

with two representatives from each program, including the Chair of the administrative unit.

5.13 Support and Recognition

As SFU is the only institution with UBC providing Teacher's Education Professional Programs

in French, this original

Certificate in French and Education

at SFU will generate significant

interest. A BCATMLIBCTF (2007:5) report, citing Reeder, Hasebe-Ludt and Thomas (1997),

underlines the need for "a cohesive action plan for teachers training, both prc- and in- service"

and recommends that all language teachers should not "only be thoroughly proficient in the

. respective language of instruction, but also have a sound background in theoretical and

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methodological aspects of Second language teaching and principles of language learning." In

effect, the Certificate has recently received fonnal support from the

BCTC

(Be

teacher's

College) in the form

of a letter to VP-Academic Driver and the Dean of Education. A copy of the

letter has been provided to F

ASSCC. In addition, discussions with French Immersion teachers

and School Board representatives of the Lower Mainland, through in-field research projects in

French education,

.

indicate a significant professional interest in developing new programs for

pre- and in-service French teachers.

School boards provide resources to teachers to undertake

continuing professional training at institutions

of higher learning and it is anticipated that this

Certificate will attract a number

of teachers, due to the high quality of the courses and teaching

Faculties.

5.14 Student Interests

A great number of students pursuing a major or an extended minor in French end up applying for

the French PDP and routinely request more courses to prepare them toward that career path. This

Certificate will provide them with an academic program specifically suited toward their

professional goals. This is also true

of students not pursuing a degree in French but who

nonetheless seek to improve their academic background prior to entering the French PDP.

Finally, the Department of French receives requests from non-SFU students looking for a French

program that would prepare them specifically for an entry into the French

PDP.

5.15 Resources

No new resources are required for this Certificate.

It

draws from existing courses taught by

existing faculty in participating units. There would be no fee required for this Certificate, other

than established undergraduate tuition fees.

5.16 Program and Resources Eliminated

There currently are negotiations to have the Certificate approved for credentials by the BCTF. If

successful, the current Post Baccalaureate Diploma in French and Education would be .'

eliminated. Prospective students will be able to take the new Certificate

in French and Education

in its stead.

5. 17 Related Programs

There is currently no similar program offered at UBC, the only other institution in BC mandated

to provide Teachers' Education. UBC is likely to follow suit in the future (BCATMLIBCTF,

2007:8).

6. CONTACTS

Dr. Rejean Canac-Marquis, Chair, Associate Professor, Department of French, FASS, 778 782

3546, rcanaclna@.sfu.ca

Dr. Cecile Sabatier, Assistant Professor, French Programs, FOE, 778 782 7125, sabatierrw.sfu.ca

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Appendix A

Certificate in French and Education

Admission Requirements:

Normal requirements for admission to Simon Fraser University apply.

Certificate Requirements (33 units)

All courses offered by the Department of French already exist at SFU and are offered on

a regular basis (at least once annually). All courses offered by the FOE already exist,

though those with an asterisk "*,, will be taught in French for the first time.

Units applied to one certificate may also be applied to major or minor programs of a

bachelor's degree

but may not be applied to another SFU certificate or diploma.

Core'Courses in French (18 units)

FREN 240-3

FREN 270-3

FREN 300-3

Introduction to French Literature: Modern French Literature

Introduction

to

French

Linguistics

Advanced

French:

Oral

Practice

FREN 301 W-3 Advanced French Composition

FREN 304-3

Advanced French Grammar

FREN 416-3

Applied French Linguistics (French 2

nd

Language Acquisition)

Core Courses in Education (9 units)

EDUC 367-3 Teaching Children from Minority Language Backgrounds In

Elenlentary schoo Is

EDUC 380-3 Introduction to Teaching French in Canadian Contexts

EDUC 382-3 Diversity in Education: Theories, Policies, Practices

Elective Courses (6 units)

Any two of the following:

FREN

217-3

French

Pronunciation

FREN 307-3 French Vocabulary

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FREN

330~3Francophone

World

FREN 41

O~3

French Stylistics

FREN 423-3 Topics in the History of French

FREN 425-3 Topics in Varieties of French

FREN 452-3 Topics in French Culture

*EDUC 326-3 Classroom Management and Discipline

*EDUC 341-3 Literacy, Education and Culture

Transfer Credits:

Students may apply for transfer credit to a maximum of 15 units (not

exceeding 6 in Education and 9 in French) subject to university transfer credit regulations.

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