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A1 Review
A1 review will cover foundational topics in elementary French. This includes gender of nouns, present tense of major irregular verbs, passé composé and imparfait, and futur simple. Students will practice speaking on basic topics familiar to them, reading documents at an A1 or low-A2 level, and listening to documents based on basic, everyday conversations.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Fast Track A1.2 6:00-8:30 p.m.
This is a hybrid class; Mondays will take place in-person at Downing street. Wednesday classes will happen online via Zoom.
Fast Track A1.2 is designed for students who have completed A1.1 (101) or for false beginners.. The emphasis in French A1.2 (102) is on basic conversational skills. After having successfully completed French A1.2, you will be able to ask and answer questions, such as “Where are you from?” “Where do you live?” “What do you like to do on weekends?” You will be able to describe people and places, and explain basic hopes and opinions.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS: Cosmopolite 1 (textbook and workbook), which will be used in each class of the A1 level (A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, and A1.4). In French A1.1, Dossiers 3 and 4 will be covered.
How to purchase:
Cosmopolite 1 - Livre de l'élève (Textbook) Amazon link https://a.co/d/8qyrRyi Note :
disregard the warning about Polish version.
Cosmopolite 1 - Cahier d'activitées (Workbook):Amazon link https://a.co/d/1sAKTRp Note : disregard
the warning about Polish version
Cosmopolite 1 - Pack Livre (textbook) + Version numérique (digital version): Amazon link https://a.co/d/1461rtF
Cosmopolite 1 - Pack Cahier (workbook) + Version numérique (digital version)): Amazon link https://a.co/d/hfp86me
Cosmopolite 1 : Manuel numérique élève (digital versions ONLY of textbook and workbook): Amazon link https://a.co/d/b9mnfgU
MEMBERSHIP: As a membership based non-profit organization, we require that all students be members of Alliance Française de Denver. Our
memberships are valid for one year.
NEW STUDENTS: If you have taken French before, we suggest you take our free placement test to ensure you are
starting at the right level.
Pace: 5 hours over 4 weeks
A2 Conversation
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
A2 Review
In A2 review, students will examine major topics of A2 language. This includes a lengthier discussion on passé composé and imparfait and appropriate tense shifting within a narrative. Students will also work on improving variety in their descriptive language using adverbs, prepositions, object and relative pronouns, and more.
If you are unsure of your level, you can find our placement test HERE
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Beginner Conversation
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Evening A2 Conversation
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Evening Beginner Conversation
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Music & Grammar
Pace: 1.5 hours over 4 weeks
B1 Casse-Croûte
Les “casse-croutes” de l’Alliance Francaise de Denver – Special Lunch Time Conversation Program BYOCC! (Bring Your Own Casse-Croûte !) From the literal translation to “break the crust” (as in breaking bread), the Casse-Croûte is a light meal shared between friends, colleagues, and family; a French version of a brown-bag lunch. Join us for a lively conversation based on current events/a magazine article/news, etc. related to your level of French. Conversations will be facilitated by the teacher who will prepare something different for each session. No textbook is needed for this class.
Pace: 1 hour over 6 weeks
B1/B2 Review
In this class, students will review B1 and B2 level topics, based on the interests and needs of the students in the class. This can include (but is not limited to) use of the conditional and subjunctive modes, effective use of passive voice, hypothetical phrases with "si", demonstrative pronouns, and indirect speech. Students will practice speaking and writing in the contexts of both everyday life and of more complex themes, such as current events, using written and audio documents.
If you are unsure of your level, you can find our placement test HERE
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Bringing it All Together
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Evening Intermediate B1 Conversation
This in-person course is designed to encourage B1-B2 level students to converse. Different topics will be chosen by the instructor each week. Fun activities will be planned including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. No textbook needed for this class.
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Intermediate B1 Conversation
This in-person course is designed to encourage B1-B2 level students to converse. Different topics will be chosen by the instructor each week. Fun activities will be planned including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. No textbook needed for this class.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
L'Époque Contemporaine en France
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
La Normandie : découvrez et dessinez (Drawing in French)
This class will be entirely in French. It is recommended for strong B1 students and above. The teacher will send an email with needed materials 2 weeks before the start of the class.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Les Châteaux de La Loire
In this workshop, we will discover some of the most extraordinary castles in France. We will learn about and discuss their architecture, strategic geographic location, history, Kings and Queens, among other topics. This course is designed for students at the intermediate to advanced level of French (B1 and above). It will be taught entirely in French!
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Music & Grammar
Pace: 1.5 hours over 4 weeks
Advanced Grammar Review
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
B1 Casse-Croûte
Les “casse-croutes” de l’Alliance Francaise de Denver – Special Lunch Time Conversation Program BYOCC! (Bring Your Own Casse-Croûte !) From the literal translation to “break the crust” (as in breaking bread), the Casse-Croûte is a light meal shared between friends, colleagues, and family; a French version of a brown-bag lunch. Join us for a lively conversation based on current events/a magazine article/news, etc. related to your level of French. Conversations will be facilitated by the teacher who will prepare something different for each session. No textbook is needed for this class.
Pace: 1 hour over 6 weeks
B1/B2 Review
In this class, students will review B1 and B2 level topics, based on the interests and needs of the students in the class. This can include (but is not limited to) use of the conditional and subjunctive modes, effective use of passive voice, hypothetical phrases with "si", demonstrative pronouns, and indirect speech. Students will practice speaking and writing in the contexts of both everyday life and of more complex themes, such as current events, using written and audio documents.
If you are unsure of your level, you can find our placement test HERE
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
B2++: Le français dans le monde actuel
This in-person class is designed for students at the B2 Upper Intermediate level or higher or for students who have taken more than 500 hours of French.
In this class, students will participate in enticing conversations about current events and culture pertaining to the French speaking world (France, Belgium, West Africa, etc.). Based on news videos and podcasts, they will engage in class discussions and defend their opinions. Additionally, they will learn new idiomatic expressions, proverbs, as well as a plethora of linguistic subtleties.
This class is taught entirely in French.
Pace: 2.5 over 6 weeks
Bringing it All Together
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
L'Époque Contemporaine en France
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
La Normandie : découvrez et dessinez (Drawing in French)
This class will be entirely in French. It is recommended for strong B1 students and above. The teacher will send an email with needed materials 2 weeks before the start of the class.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Les Châteaux de La Loire
In this workshop, we will discover some of the most extraordinary castles in France. We will learn about and discuss their architecture, strategic geographic location, history, Kings and Queens, among other topics. This course is designed for students at the intermediate to advanced level of French (B1 and above). It will be taught entirely in French!
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Literature Francophone Avancée
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Ripped from the Headlines: Advanced Conversation and Current Events
This course is designed for B1 to C2 (intermediate to advanced) students. In this French conversation class, discussion about topics related to current events, culture, science, and economics, is of the essence. Each week, the instructor selects different themes, drawn from newspaper or magazine articles, podcasts, excerpts from literary texts, French movie clips, etc. Exchange of ideas is highly encouraged and fun. Emphasis on pronunciation and grammar is made when necessary.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Advanced Grammar Review
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
B2++: Le français dans le monde actuel
This in-person class is designed for students at the B2 Upper Intermediate level or higher or for students who have taken more than 500 hours of French.
In this class, students will participate in enticing conversations about current events and culture pertaining to the French speaking world (France, Belgium, West Africa, etc.). Based on news videos and podcasts, they will engage in class discussions and defend their opinions. Additionally, they will learn new idiomatic expressions, proverbs, as well as a plethora of linguistic subtleties.
This class is taught entirely in French.
Pace: 2.5 over 6 weeks
Bringing it All Together
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
C1+ Review
In this class, students will practice confident and fluid language, in the context of complex topics such as controversial current issues (effects of AI, what subjects should be taught in schools, pollution, etc.). Some grammar topics will be planned in advance, but grammar will be reviewed as issues arise with students in the context of improving flow and clarity.
If you are unsure of your level, you can find our placement test HERE
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
L'Époque Contemporaine en France
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
La Normandie : découvrez et dessinez (Drawing in French)
This class will be entirely in French. It is recommended for strong B1 students and above. The teacher will send an email with needed materials 2 weeks before the start of the class.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Les Châteaux de La Loire
In this workshop, we will discover some of the most extraordinary castles in France. We will learn about and discuss their architecture, strategic geographic location, history, Kings and Queens, among other topics. This course is designed for students at the intermediate to advanced level of French (B1 and above). It will be taught entirely in French!
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Literature Francophone Avancée
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Ripped from the Headlines: Advanced Conversation and Current Events
This course is designed for B1 to C2 (intermediate to advanced) students. In this French conversation class, discussion about topics related to current events, culture, science, and economics, is of the essence. Each week, the instructor selects different themes, drawn from newspaper or magazine articles, podcasts, excerpts from literary texts, French movie clips, etc. Exchange of ideas is highly encouraged and fun. Emphasis on pronunciation and grammar is made when necessary.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Advanced Grammar Review
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
B2++: Le français dans le monde actuel
This in-person class is designed for students at the B2 Upper Intermediate level or higher or for students who have taken more than 500 hours of French.
In this class, students will participate in enticing conversations about current events and culture pertaining to the French speaking world (France, Belgium, West Africa, etc.). Based on news videos and podcasts, they will engage in class discussions and defend their opinions. Additionally, they will learn new idiomatic expressions, proverbs, as well as a plethora of linguistic subtleties.
This class is taught entirely in French.
Pace: 2.5 over 6 weeks
C1+ Review
In this class, students will practice confident and fluid language, in the context of complex topics such as controversial current issues (effects of AI, what subjects should be taught in schools, pollution, etc.). Some grammar topics will be planned in advance, but grammar will be reviewed as issues arise with students in the context of improving flow and clarity.
If you are unsure of your level, you can find our placement test HERE
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
L'Époque Contemporaine en France
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
La Normandie : découvrez et dessinez (Drawing in French)
This class will be entirely in French. It is recommended for strong B1 students and above. The teacher will send an email with needed materials 2 weeks before the start of the class.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks
Les Châteaux de La Loire
In this workshop, we will discover some of the most extraordinary castles in France. We will learn about and discuss their architecture, strategic geographic location, history, Kings and Queens, among other topics. This course is designed for students at the intermediate to advanced level of French (B1 and above). It will be taught entirely in French!
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Literature Francophone Avancée
Pace: 1.5 over 6 weeks
Ripped from the Headlines: Advanced Conversation and Current Events
This course is designed for B1 to C2 (intermediate to advanced) students. In this French conversation class, discussion about topics related to current events, culture, science, and economics, is of the essence. Each week, the instructor selects different themes, drawn from newspaper or magazine articles, podcasts, excerpts from literary texts, French movie clips, etc. Exchange of ideas is highly encouraged and fun. Emphasis on pronunciation and grammar is made when necessary.
Pace: 2 hours over 6 weeks