This IPA Download Pack is based on two authentic resources: an article that describes the mission of École Vision, a private school in Quebec, Canada, and their vision of immersion schools and a short video Camp d'été en immersion anglaise à Québec : L'English Summer Camp d'ACA !, which shares information about a French- Canadian summer camp in 100% French.

The pack includes step-by-step instructions, and reading and listening comprehension activities that follow the ACTFL model. Complete with an explanation of an IPA and how to use it, and nine Interpretive Tasks that break down the content, increase recognition of key words and phrases, develop context awareness, and promote language usage. In addition, it provides creative options for writing and/or speaking Interpersonal and Presentational Tasks, answer keys, and novice-level rubrics.

French: Novice/High Level

Global Theme: La vie contemporaine – l’école

Topics: L'immersion linguistique

Essential Questions: 

• How would language acquisition in an immersion environment compare to language acquisition in a classroom setting?
• What are the benefits of participating in a language camp?
• How does the way a society teaches a second language reflect the importance it puts on learning a second language?

Suggested Grammar “Pop-up” Lessons:

• Verbs in multiple tenses
• Prepositions followed by an infinitive

Instant download delivery only. 24-page PDF (IPA), article, and 2-minute MP4 video file. ©2018. French. Novice/High level.

About the Author

Renée Beck has a passion for analyzing contemporary francophone culture and motivating her students to understand the importance of culture while learning a second language. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, from relaxing in the back yard to experiencing other parts of the world. Renée has studied in southern France and currently teaches in Ohio.