Online Foreign Language Classes

Additional languages are available through dual enrollment with the Apex Learning virtual school, subject to approval. Languages include: German I & II, Latin I & II, and Mandarin Chinese I and II. These courses are not available for missionary or any other discount. Contact the school to learn more.

*Honors versions may be available upon request and approval.

French 1 A & B

French I teaches students to greet people, describe family and friends, talk about hobbies, and communicate about other topics, such as sports, travel, and medicine. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Vocabulary includes terms to describe school subjects, parts of the body, and people, as well as idiomatic phrases. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes the verb system, adjective agreement, formal and informal address, reflexive verbs, and past tense. Students also gain an understanding of the cultures of French-speaking countries and regions within and outside Europe, as well as insight into Francophone culture and people. The material in this course is presented at a moderate pace. This course is built to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards.

In addition, custom foreign language projects and multimedia assignments are added to enrich students’ learning experiences. Spoken assignments are presented in a live virtual meeting with a credentialed teacher. Depending on the availability of schedules, foreign language workshops are often hosted wherein students can practice with their peers and an instructor.

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French 2 A & B

  • French II
  • Prerequisites: French I or the equivalent
  • Length: Two semesters
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French II teaches students to communicate more confidently about themselves, as well as about topics beyond their own lives – both in formal and informal address. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Vocabulary includes terms in cooking, geography, and architecture. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes present- and past-tense verb forms and uses, negation, and direct and indirect objects. Students deepen their knowledge of French-speaking regions and cultures by learning about history, literature, culture, and contemporary issues. The material in this course is presented at a moderate pace. The content is based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards.

In addition, custom foreign language projects and multimedia assignments are added to enrich students’ learning experiences. Spoken assignments are presented in a live virtual meeting with a credentialed teacher. Depending on the availability of schedules, foreign language workshops are often hosted wherein students can practice with their peers and an instructor.

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French 3 A & B

  • French III
  • French I and II or the equivalent
  • Length: Two semesters
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In French III, students build upon the skills and knowledge they acquired in French I and II. The course presents new vocabulary and grammatical concepts in context while providing students with ample opportunities to review and expand upon the material they have learned previously.Students read and listen to authentic materials from newspapers, magazines, and television. The content is focused on contemporary and relevant topics such as urbanization and population growth in French speaking countries, global health concerns, jobs of the future, and scientific advancements. The materials engage students as they improve their command of French. Students review the formation and use of regular and irregular verbs in the present and future tenses, as well as the use of reflexive particles and infinitives. They also expand their understanding of noun and adjective agreement, the comparative and superlative degree of adjectives, and the placement and use of direct and indirect objects and pronouns. Students expand their vocabulary through exposure to word roots and families, popular slang, the correct use of words that are often confused for one another, and review of concepts such as proper placement of accents and stress.Presentation of new materials is always followed by several interactive, online exercises, allowing students to master the material as they learn it. Teacher-scored activities provide students with opportunities to use their new French skills both orally and in writing. Discussion activities allow students to interact with their peers in the target language.The content is based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards.

In addition, custom foreign language projects and multimedia assignments are