Ateneo - UPO

Master's Practice in French Language

For students enrolled in the Master's Degree Program in Languages, Cultures, and Tourism (LM49), both attending and non-attending: Domitille Hatuel, "Tourisme en action", ELI- La Spiga, 2015 (to be obtained).

Strengthen language skills (C1 +) in various areas. Specifically 1. be able to analyse a collection of texts linked by a common theme; organise a structured reflection based on the critical analysis of the texts provided, within a structured theme, 2. give an oral presentation on a topic related to literary tourism in France, 3. translate a non-fiction text/article from Italian into French.

Language proficiency level B2 + - C1.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Frontal lessons, Research supervised by the teacher, correction of translations and essays. The DIR platform will provide a detailed course program, instructions for the mandatory research, sample exam papers, exercise sheets, and corrections.

The DIR platform will provide a detailed course program, instructions for the mandatory research, sample exam papers, exercise sheets, and corrections. Students with disabilities or with Specific Learning Disorders (DSA) or Special Educational Needs (BES) may request specific services and tools dedicated to them by contacting the Career Development and Coordination Staff and Student Services and consulting the dedicated page on the University website: https://uniupo.it/it/servizi/servizi-studenti-disabili-e-dsa Students with disabilities, DSA, BES, once they have contacted the University Staff, may contact the teacher in charge of the course in relation to the declination of the examination methods, with regard to teaching aspects.

The examination consists of two written parts and an oral part. First written test (duration 4 hours): written production based on a thematic dossier provided during the examination, relating to one of the topics covered during the course. Grading expressed in thirtieths. Second written paper (duration 4 hours): translation of a text from Italian into French (translation of a non-fiction text for the LM37, translation of a text relating to tourism for the LM49). Marking expressed in thirtieths. The written examination is considered passed if a mark of at least 18/30 is achieved in each of the two parts. The essay score is awarded as follows: 8 points for the appropriate application of the essay technique (dissertation sur dossier), 11 points for consistency (clarity of thought, critical and analytical skills), 11 points for correct spelling and morphology/syntax. Oral examination (15 min.): To stand for the oral test, it is necessary to have passed the two scheduled written tests with a minimum mark of 18/30. Mode of the oral test: presentation and critical commentary of a non-fiction/journalistic text taken from a dossier prepared individually by the student. A maximum of three points may be awarded in relation to the mark for the written test (one point will be awarded for the congruence of the presentation; one point for grammatical correctness and language property; one point for expository fluency and phonological correctness, based on the objectives set). The oral test will be held with the lecturer in charge of the integrated module Specialised French Language A.

Preparation for the following techniques 1. Translation from Italian into French (literary texts / non-fiction / brochures relating to cultural tourism): 48 hours per year. 2. Written and oral comprehension / production: 48 hours per year. 2.1 Composition based on a thematic dossier provided by the teacher, as well as critical reading of articles and complex texts, with review of targeted grammar points at C1 level; 2.2. Oral presentation (a 15-minute presentation based on individual research related to literary tourism in France).

- Strengthen C1 competence in the various targeted skills. Gain greater confidence in written and oral production. - Have a good command of two techniques: translation from Italian to French and written production (based on dossiers). - Use logical connectors flexibly; be able to identify the various registers of expression and the various types of texts. - Independently carry out in-depth studies and research on topics related to literary tourism in France. - Be able to apply the skills acquired during the course in preparation for the final oral presentation.