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Introduction to CEFRL French Language Courses
Learning French opens the door to a rich cultural heritage and numerous global opportunities. Our French language courses at the Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages and Professional Studies (KIFLAPS) are meticulously designed to align with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL), ensuring a structured and comprehensive learning experience. The CEFRL framework is widely recognized and used internationally, providing a clear, common basis for developing language curricula, examinations, textbooks, and more.
Our French courses are divided into six levels, from beginner (A1) to proficient (C2), catering to all proficiency levels. Each level focuses on developing core language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Whether you’re starting from scratch or aiming to refine your advanced skills, our courses will guide you through the complexities of the French language, helping you achieve fluency and confidence. Through a blend of interactive lessons, practical exercises, and cultural immersion, you will gain the ability to communicate effectively in French, opening up new avenues for personal, academic, and professional growth.
Join us on this journey of mastering French and exploring the diverse francophone world with KIFLAPS.
Course Overview:
The A1 level French course at the Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages and Professional Studies (KIFLAPS) is designed for absolute beginners or those with very limited knowledge of French. This course introduces you to the basics of the French language and helps you develop foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) standards.
Course Objectives:
- Understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at satisfying needs of a concrete type.
- Introduce yourself and others, and ask and answer questions about personal details such as where you live, people you know, and things you have.
- Interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
Course Content:
Basic Communication:
- Greetings and introductions.
- Asking for and giving personal information.
- Using polite expressions.
Numbers and Time:
- Counting and using numbers in everyday contexts.
- Telling time and discussing days, months, and seasons.
- Scheduling and making appointments.
Daily Activities:
- Talking about your daily routine.
- Describing common activities and hobbies.
- Asking and answering questions about daily life.
Shopping and Food:
- Asking for prices and making purchases.
- Discussing food and drink preferences.
- Ordering in restaurants and cafes.
Directions and Transportation:
- Asking for and giving directions.
- Understanding public transportation information.
- Discussing travel plans and destinations.
Family and Friends:
- Talking about family members and relationships.
- Describing people and their characteristics.
- Discussing likes and dislikes.
Home and Environment:
- Describing your home and immediate surroundings.
- Talking about household items and furniture.
- Discussing weather and seasons.
Assessment:
- Regular quizzes and vocabulary tests.
- Listening comprehension exercises.
- Simple oral and written assignments.
- Final oral exam and written test.
Learning Materials:
- “Cosmopolite 1” (Textbook and Workbook)
- Audio CDs and online resources
- Flashcards and interactive exercises
- Supplementary handouts and practice worksheets
Course Duration:
- 6 months with regular classes (1 hour per day).
- 3 months with intensive classes (2 hours per day).
- 2 months with super-intensive classes (3 hours per day).
- 1 month with accelerated classes (6 hours per day).
Join us at KIFLAPS to embark on your journey in learning French, acquiring essential language skills, and opening doors to French-speaking cultures and communities.
Course Overview:
The A2 level French course at the Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages and Professional Studies (KIFLAPS) is designed for learners who have completed the A1 level or have basic knowledge of French. This course will expand your ability to understand and communicate in everyday situations. You will learn to describe experiences, events, and immediate environments, and express simple opinions or needs. The course aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) standards.
Course Objectives:
- Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment).
- Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
- Describe in simple terms aspects of your background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need.
Course Content:
Social Interactions:
- Making and responding to invitations.
- Apologizing and offering excuses.
- Giving and receiving compliments.
Daily Routines and Activities:
- Describing your daily schedule and routines.
- Talking about hobbies and leisure activities.
- Discussing household chores and responsibilities.
Health and Well-being:
- Talking about health and illnesses.
- Describing symptoms and seeking medical advice.
- Discussing healthy lifestyles and habits.
Travel and Transportation:
- Planning a trip and making travel arrangements.
- Asking for information at a tourist office.
- Describing places and giving travel advice.
Shopping and Services:
- Describing products and services.
- Making comparisons and expressing preferences.
- Handling transactions in shops, banks, and post offices.
Communication Skills:
- Writing simple emails and messages.
- Engaging in telephone conversations.
- Understanding and filling out forms.
Assessment:
- Regular quizzes and vocabulary tests.
- Listening comprehension exercises.
- Simple oral and written assignments.
- Final oral exam and written test.
Learning Materials:
- “Cosmopolite 2” (Textbook and Workbook)
- Audio CDs and online resources
- Flashcards and interactive exercises
- Supplementary handouts and practice worksheets
Course Duration:
- 6 months with regular classes (1 hour per day).
- 3 months with intensive classes (2 hours per day).
- 2 months with super-intensive classes (3 hours per day).
- 1 month with accelerated classes (6 hours per day).
Join us at KIFLAPS to continue your journey in learning French, enhancing your communication skills, and deepening your understanding of the French-speaking world.
The B1 level French course at the Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages and Professional Studies (KIFLAPS) is designed for students who have a basic understanding of French and want to improve their proficiency to an intermediate level. This course aims to enhance your ability to understand and communicate in French on a variety of topics, enabling you to interact more confidently in everyday situations. The course aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) standards.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
- Deal with most situations likely to arise whilst traveling in an area where the language is spoken.
- Produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
- Describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
Course Content:
Intermediate Communication:
- Engaging in more complex conversations.
- Expressing opinions and preferences.
- Making suggestions and recommendations.
Past and Future Events:
- Talking about past experiences and events.
- Discussing future plans and intentions.
- Using past, present, and future tenses appropriately.
Everyday Life and Activities:
- Describing routines and habitual actions.
- Discussing hobbies, interests, and cultural activities.
- Talking about health and fitness.
Work and Education:
- Discussing job responsibilities and work environments.
- Talking about educational experiences and future learning goals.
- Writing and understanding CVs and job applications.
Travel and Tourism:
- Planning trips and vacations.
- Describing travel experiences and tourist attractions.
- Understanding and giving travel advice.
Media and Technology:
- Discussing the impact of media and technology on daily life.
- Talking about social media, internet usage, and digital communication.
- Understanding news articles and media reports.
Social Issues and Current Events:
- Discussing social and environmental issues.
- Talking about current events and news stories.
- Expressing and justifying opinions on various topics.
Assessment:
- Regular quizzes and vocabulary tests.
- Listening comprehension exercises.
- Oral presentations and group discussions.
- Written assignments and essays.
- Final oral exam and written test.
Learning Materials:
- “Cosmopolite 3” (Textbook and Workbook)
- Audio CDs and online resources
- Flashcards and interactive exercises
- Supplementary handouts and practice worksheets
Course Duration:
- 6 months with regular classes (1 hour per day).
- 3 months with intensive classes (2 hours per day).
- 2 months with super-intensive classes (3 hours per day).
- 1 month with accelerated classes (6 hours per day).
Join us at KIFLAPS to advance your French language skills, enabling you to communicate more effectively and confidently in a variety of settings and contexts.
Course Overview:
The B2 level French course at the Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages and Professional Studies (KIFLAPS) is tailored for students who have achieved an intermediate understanding of French and wish to advance to an upper intermediate level. This course aims to refine your language skills, enabling you to understand and interact more naturally in complex situations, both in written and spoken French. The course is in line with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) standards.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization.
- Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
- Produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Course Content:
Advanced Communication:
- Participating in extended conversations and discussions.
- Expressing and defending opinions on various topics.
- Debating and arguing constructively.
Complex Grammar and Sentence Structures:
- Using advanced verb tenses and moods (e.g., subjunctive).
- Understanding and applying complex sentence structures.
- Enhancing grammatical accuracy.
Current Events and Media:
- Analyzing and discussing news articles and media reports.
- Engaging with contemporary issues and societal debates.
- Understanding the language of journalism and media.
Professional and Academic Language:
- Writing professional emails, reports, and academic papers.
- Preparing and delivering presentations in French.
- Understanding and using specialized vocabulary in various fields.
Cultural and Literary Appreciation:
- Exploring French literature, film, and music.
- Discussing themes, characters, and cultural contexts.
- Writing reviews and critiques.
Advanced Listening and Reading Comprehension:
- Understanding extended speech and lectures.
- Reading and comprehending longer, more complex texts.
- Summarizing and analyzing spoken and written content.
Idiomatic Expressions and Nuances:
- Learning and using idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms.
- Understanding cultural nuances and context.
- Improving overall fluency and naturalness in speech.
Assessment:
- Regular quizzes and vocabulary tests.
- Listening comprehension exercises.
- Oral presentations and group discussions.
- Written assignments and essays.
- Final oral exam and written test.
Learning Materials:
- “Cosmopolite 4” (Textbook and Workbook)
- Audio CDs and online resources
- Flashcards and interactive exercises
- Supplementary handouts and practice worksheets
Course Duration:
- 6 months with regular classes (1 hour per day).
- 3 months with intensive classes (2 hours per day).
- 2 months with super-intensive classes (3 hours per day).
- 1 month with accelerated classes (6 hours per day).
Advance your French proficiency to an upper intermediate level with KIFLAPS, equipping yourself with the skills to navigate complex conversations, professional environments, and diverse cultural contexts in French-speaking regions.
Course Overview:
The C1 level French course at the Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages and Professional Studies (KIFLAPS) is designed for students who have a strong command of the French language and seek to refine their skills to an advanced level. This course focuses on enhancing fluency, accuracy, and comprehension in complex and demanding situations, both in written and spoken French. The course aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) standards.
Course Objectives:
- Understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts and recognize implicit meaning.
- Express ideas fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions.
- Use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes.
- Produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.
Course Content:
Advanced Communication Skills:
- Engaging in in-depth discussions and debates on various topics.
- Expressing nuanced opinions and arguments.
- Handling complex and sensitive communication situations.
Complex Grammar and Syntax:
- Mastery of advanced grammatical structures.
- Use of sophisticated sentence patterns.
- Error correction and refinement of language accuracy.
Current Events and Media Analysis:
- In-depth analysis of news articles and media content.
- Discussing contemporary issues and societal trends.
- Understanding the language of high-level journalism and media.
Professional and Academic Proficiency:
- Writing detailed reports, essays, and academic papers.
- Delivering professional presentations and speeches.
- Specialized vocabulary in various professional fields.
Literary and Cultural Exploration:
- Analyzing French literature, films, and art.
- Understanding cultural references and themes.
- Writing critical reviews and literary analyses.
Advanced Listening and Reading Comprehension:
- Comprehending extended speech, including idiomatic expressions.
- Understanding complex written texts in various styles and registers.
- Summarizing and synthesizing spoken and written information.
Idiomatic and Colloquial Language:
- Using idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms accurately.
- Understanding cultural and contextual nuances.
- Enhancing overall fluency and naturalness in communication.
Assessment:
- Regular quizzes and advanced vocabulary tests.
- Listening comprehension exercises.
- Oral presentations and debates.
- Written assignments and research papers.
- Final oral exam and comprehensive written test.
Learning Materials:
- “Cosmopolite 5” (Textbook and Workbook)
- Audio CDs and online resources
- Flashcards and interactive exercises
- Supplementary handouts and practice worksheets
Course Duration:
- 6 months with regular classes (1 hour per day).
- 3 months with intensive classes (2 hours per day).
- 2 months with super-intensive classes (3 hours per day).
- 1 month with accelerated classes (6 hours per day).
Elevate your French proficiency to an advanced level with KIFLAPS, equipping yourself with the skills to navigate complex discussions, professional environments, and sophisticated cultural contexts in French-speaking regions.
Course Overview:
The C2 level French course at the Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages and Professional Studies (KIFLAPS) is designed for students who have achieved mastery in the French language and aim to refine their skills to an expert level. This course focuses on developing an advanced and nuanced understanding of the French language and culture, preparing students to engage fluently and effectively in any situation, whether professional, academic, or social. The course aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) standards.
Course Objectives:
- Understand virtually everything heard or read with ease.
- Summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation.
- Express themselves spontaneously, very fluently, and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations.
Course Content:
Language Proficiency at an Expert Level:
- Mastery of advanced grammar, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions.
- Fine-tuning of pronunciation, intonation, and expression.
- Enhanced awareness of linguistic nuances and stylistic registers.
Cultural and Societal Insights:
- Understanding and analyzing complex cultural issues and debates.
- Engaging in discussions on cultural identity, globalization, and contemporary challenges.
- Exploring diverse cultural expressions in literature, arts, and media.
Professional and Academic Proficiency:
- Producing clear, well-structured, and detailed texts on complex subjects.
- Delivering polished and persuasive presentations.
- Developing specialized language skills for academic and professional contexts.
Critical Thinking and Analysis:
- Evaluating arguments and sources critically.
- Developing independent and well-reasoned opinions.
- Engaging in philosophical, ethical, and societal discussions.
Media and Literature Analysis:
- Analyzing and critiquing advanced literary texts and media sources.
- Understanding and interpreting subtle and complex messages.
- Engaging with French literature and media at an expert level.
Proficiency in Various Discourse Types:
- Engaging in formal and informal discussions with ease.
- Presenting and defending complex arguments.
- Using language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes.
Assessment:
- Advanced comprehension tests and exercises.
- Written assignments and research projects.
- Oral presentations and debates on complex topics.
- Critical analysis of literary and media texts.
- Final comprehensive exam assessing all language skills.
Learning Materials:
- “Cosmopolite 6” (Textbook and Workbook)
- Advanced audio materials and online resources
- Supplementary readings and cultural resources
- Interactive exercises and self-assessment tools
Course Duration:
- 6 months with regular classes (1 hour per day).
- 3 months with intensive classes (2 hours per day).
- 2 months with super-intensive classes (3 hours per day).
- 1 month with accelerated classes (6 hours per day).
Master the French language to an expert level with KIFLAPS, where you will refine your skills to engage fluently and confidently in any French-speaking environment, whether in professional settings, academic circles, or social interactions.
