Enroll in a French Class

This workshop will help you understand and avoid the common grammar mistakes made by English speakers and help you start to think (and dream!) in French!  
Students will learn or review the basics of French grammar through an accessible comparison with English grammar while reviewing the French grammar terminology and concepts covered at the A1+/A2 levels. All materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite: Students must have completed A1.1 and A1.2 or at least 60 hours of French study. Recommended for A1.3, A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 levels. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Ideal for beginners: you will learn key elements in pronunciation, such as accentuation, links, oral and nasal vowels, semivowels, and difficult consonants. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequesite: Students must have completed A1.1 or at least 30 hours of French study. Recommended for A1 and A2 levels. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the A2 level.

• Prerequisite: A1.3 course completed, or A2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French A2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires! 

Dive into the vibrant world of the province of Québec with our engaging course designed for beginning language learners! This immersive introduction to Québec culture and language focuses on everyday vocabulary and expressions that you can use in real-life situations. Discover the unique blend of French and English influences that shape Québec's rich cultural tapestry, from its lively festivals and culinary delights to its diverse communities and historic landmarks. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: This workshop is for students who have completed the entire A1 level (last general French class A1.3, specialized class A1+), or have received A2.1 result at placement test, or are currently at the A2 level (general A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 classes or specialized A2 classes).

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This workshop will help you understand and avoid the common grammar mistakes made by English speakers and help you start to think (and dream!) in French!  

Students will learn or review the basics of French grammar through an accessible comparison with English grammar while reviewing the French grammar terminology and concepts covered at the A1+/A2 levels. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: Students must have completed A1.1 and A1.2 or at least 60 hours of French study. Recommended for A1.3, A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 levels. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

The first sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for complete beginners without any prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn the alphabet, numbers, greetings and basic vocabulary relevant to interacting in the classroom. Students will learn to ask basic questions and to describe themselves and their city or country.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 1-3) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: none, this class is for complete beginners
Next course: A1.2

This course is NOT recommended as a review for those returning to French after a long time. Please take our placement test for an accurate assessment of your level.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with limited prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to describe their family, their hobbies and interests, their preferences, and their personality. Students will also learn to tell time and share facts about past events.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.1 or A1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A1.3

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The second sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with limited prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to describe their family, their hobbies and interests, their preferences, and their personality. Students will also learn to tell time and share facts about past events.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.1 or A1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A1.3

Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third and final sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with some prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to talk about the weather and seasons, and how to make suggestions about suitable clothing for different times of the year. Students will also learn basic interactions related to shopping, eating in a restaurant, as well as how to talk about basic future events. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.2 or A1.3 result on placement test

Next courses: A1 Review, A1/A1+ workshops, or General French A2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The third and final sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with some prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to talk about the weather and seasons, and how to make suggestions about suitable clothing for different times of the year. Students will also learn basic interactions related to shopping, eating in a restaurant, as well as how to talk about basic future events. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.2 or A1.3 result on placement test

Next courses: A1 Review, A1/A1+ workshops, or General French A2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  Great for beginners. You will learn 10 new words and expressions, essential for your trip to Brittany. 

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading this classic text. Students will read an abbreviated version of the text and will analyze the themes and writing structure. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency and pronunciation skills. The class materials will be provided by the instructor before the start of the class. 

La Belle et la Bête – Jean-Marie Leprince de Beaumont

Prerequisite: Students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A1.3 or  A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading this classic text. Students will read an abbreviated version of the text and will analyze the themes and writing structure. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency and pronunciation skills. The class materials will be provided by the instructor before the start of the class. 

Voyage au centre de la Terre – Jules Verne

Prerequisite: Students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A1.3 or  A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class will review essential vocabulary at the A1+ level and teach you what you need to know to talk about yourself, your family, your interests and opinions, and to get by in everyday situations. You'll learn how to pronounce French words and use key  vocabulary and phrases for authentic cultural experiences. No textbook required for this course.  

Prerequisite: for students who have completed the entire A1 level (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3), an Intensive A1 Review course or received A2.1 on the Level Assessment.  

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class will review essential vocabulary at the A1+ level and teach you what you need to know to talk about yourself, your family, your interests and opinions, and to get by in everyday situations. You'll learn how to pronounce French words and use key  vocabulary and phrases for authentic cultural experiences. No textbook required for this course.  

Prerequisite: for students who have completed the entire A1 level (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3), an Intensive A1 Review course or received A2.1 on the Level Assessment.  

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Ideal for beginners: you will learn key elements in pronunciation, such as accentuation, links, oral and nasal vowels, semivowels, and difficult consonants. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequesite: Students must have completed A1.1 or at least 30 hours of French study. Recommended for A1 and A2 levels.

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the A2 level.

• Prerequisite: A1.3 course completed, or A2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French A2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

This workshop will help you understand and avoid the common grammar mistakes made by English speakers and help you start to think (and dream!) in French!  
Students will learn or review the basics of French grammar through an accessible comparison with English grammar while reviewing the French grammar terminology and concepts covered at the A1+/A2 levels. All materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite: Students must have completed A1.1 and A1.2 or at least 60 hours of French study. Recommended for A1.3, A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 levels. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Embark to the magic world of Jacques Prévert in this 2 hour workshop. Prévert was a 20th century poet and screenwriter who collaborated with some of the most famous French directors, like Marcel Carné and Jean Renoir. We will discover his originality and wonder at his imagination by studying his songs, films, poems, and writing style. You will work on pronunciation, intonation and rhythm, among other skills. An active workshop, you will take part in games and writing poetry, and if time allows, do a small collage or drawing. 

Prerequisite: for students who have started the A2 level, received A2.2 or higher on the Level Assessment. See our level  progression guide here.


Pace: Workshop (one session)

Ideal for beginners: you will learn key elements in pronunciation, such as accentuation, links, oral and nasal vowels, semivowels, and difficult consonants. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequesite: Students must have completed A1.1 or at least 30 hours of French study. Recommended for A1 and A2 levels. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Striking the right tone in French can be tricky: too informal during a job interview can spell disaster, while being overly formal at a party can leave you feeling out of place.  

In this dynamic 3-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the real French spoken every day—the language you hear on the metro, in cafés, in shops,  and at your friends’ homes. Through practical examples and guided activities, you’ll explore the linguistic patterns that shape modern informal French, including casual speech, verlan, slang, texting shortcuts, and the highly creative parler jeune.  

You’ll leave with the tools to understand and use informal French naturally in everyday situations. 

Prerequisites: A2.3 course, A2 Review, or B1.1 result at placement test. New students are invited to take a short  online placement test 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B1 level. 

• Prerequisite: A2.3 course completed, or B1.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French B1.1. 

Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires! 

Dive into the vibrant world of the province of Québec with our engaging course designed for beginning language learners! This immersive introduction to Québec culture and language focuses on everyday vocabulary and expressions that you can use in real-life situations. Discover the unique blend of French and English influences that shape Québec's rich cultural tapestry, from its lively festivals and culinary delights to its diverse communities and historic landmarks. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: This workshop is for students who have completed the entire A1 level (last general French class A1.3, specialized class A1+), or have received A2.1 result at placement test, or are currently at the A2 level (general A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 classes or specialized A2 classes).

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This workshop will help you understand and avoid the common grammar mistakes made by English speakers and help you start to think (and dream!) in French!  

Students will learn or review the basics of French grammar through an accessible comparison with English grammar while reviewing the French grammar terminology and concepts covered at the A1+/A2 levels. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: Students must have completed A1.1 and A1.2 or at least 60 hours of French study. Recommended for A1.3, A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 levels. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading this classic text. Students will read an abbreviated version of the text and will analyze the themes and writing structure. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency and pronunciation skills. The class materials will be provided by the instructor before the start of the class. 

Au Bonheur des Dames by Emile Zola. 

Prerequisite: Students should already have completed the three-part A2 General French series (A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3) or an A2 Review course before registering in an A2+ course. Students who have received an A2.3, B1.1 or B1.2 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading this classic text. Students will read an abbreviated version of the text and will analyze the themes and writing structure. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency and pronunciation skills. The class materials will be provided by the instructor before the start of the class. 

Candide by Voltaire

Prerequisite: Students should already have completed the three-part A2 General French series (A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3) or an A2 Review course before registering in an A2+ course. Students who have received an A2.3, B1.1 or B1.2 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Traveling to France or a Francophone country soon? Dreaming of your ideal vacation? This workshop will help you review the essential vocabulary for travel and will give you some tips for everyday life abroad so you can make the most of your trip and conduct yourself with confidence!  

Prerequisite: General French A2.3 course, A2 Review, or B1.1 result on the Level Assessment.  

Pace: Workshop (one session)

The first sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course, students will learn to talk about their daily activities and describe their home, as well as share both present and past experiences. They will also learn to express their opinion and reactions, communicate cause and make comparisons.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 1-3) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.3, A1 Review, or A2.1 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.2 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The first sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course, students will learn to talk about their daily activities and describe their home, as well as share both present and past experiences. They will also learn to express their opinion and reactions, communicate cause and make comparisons.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 1-3) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.3, A1 Review, or A2.1 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.2 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course students will learn to ask questions, request permission, recount stories and make predictions about the future. They will also learn to express condition, consequence and uncertainty. They will communicate on topics related to their health and well-being past, as well as learn how to request a service, accept or decline an offer, and offer advice.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.1 or A2.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.3 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The second sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course students will learn to ask questions, request permission, recount stories and make predictions about the future. They will also learn to express condition, consequence and uncertainty. They will communicate on topics related to their health and well-being past, as well as learn how to request a service, accept or decline an offer, and offer advice.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.1 or A2.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.3 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third course in A2 (Intermediate). In this course, students will talk about their lifestyle and habits, share conflicts that might arise at work, and propose solutions. They will learn to express hypotheses, desires, and goals. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A2 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A2 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.2 or A2.3 result on placement test

Next course: A2 Review, a Specialized A2+ course, or General French B1.1.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The third course in A2 (Intermediate). In this course, students will talk about their lifestyle and habits, share conflicts that might arise at work, and propose solutions. They will learn to express hypotheses, desires, and goals. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A2 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A2 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.2 or A2.3 result on placement test

Next course: A2 Review, a Specialized A2+ course, or General French B1.1.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

This class is designed for students who are at the end of the A2 level and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the A2 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. A2+ learners are expected to communicate in a simple manner on familiar topics about their background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is conducted simply and clearly as a direct exchange of information. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A2 General French series (A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3) or an A2 Review course before registering in an A2+ course. Students who have received an A2.3 or B1.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who are at the end of the A2 level and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the A2 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. A2+ learners are expected to communicate in a simple manner on familiar topics about their background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is conducted simply and clearly as a direct exchange of information. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A2 General French series (A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3) or an A2 Review course before registering in an A2+ course. Students who have received an A2.3 or B1.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Ideal for beginners: you will learn key elements in pronunciation, such as accentuation, links, oral and nasal vowels, semivowels, and difficult consonants. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequesite: Students must have completed A1.1 or at least 30 hours of French study. Recommended for A1 and A2 levels.

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B1 level. 

• Prerequisite: A2.3 course completed, or B1.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French B1.1. 

Pace: Intensive, 1 week

This engaging workshop uses Édith Piaf's iconic anthem as a springboard to explore the full spectrum of French negation. Students will move beyond basic negation to master the subtle art of saying "no" in French - from the emphatic "ne...jamais" to the restrictive "ne...que," and the sophisticated "ne...guère." Through the lens of Piaf's defiant lyrics, they will discover how negation shapes meaning, tone, and idiomatic expressions. 

What You'll Learn: 

• Complex negative structures (ne...plus, ne...jamais, ne...rien, ne...personne, ne...aucun) and their subtle distinctions 
• Double negations and their nuances 
• The disappearing "ne" in spoken French vs. formal registers 
• Essential idiomatic expressions: from everyday phrases like "Il n'y a pas de quoi" and "Ça ne fait rien" to colorful expressions like "Ne pas casser trois pattes à un canard" and "Ne pas avoir froid aux yeux" 

Perfect for students ready to add sophistication and authenticity to their French expression!

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1 result at placement  test

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Embark to the magic world of Jacques Prévert in this 2 hour workshop. Prévert was a 20th century poet and screenwriter who collaborated with some of the most famous French directors, like Marcel Carné and Jean Renoir. We will discover his originality and wonder at his imagination by studying his songs, films, poems, and writing style. You will work on pronunciation, intonation and rhythm, among other skills. An active workshop, you will take part in games and writing poetry, and if time allows, do a small collage or drawing. 

Prerequisite: for students who have started the A2 level, received A2.2 or higher on the Level Assessment. See our level  progression guide here.


Pace: Workshop (one session)

Striking the right tone in French can be tricky: too informal during a job interview can spell disaster, while being overly formal at a party can leave you feeling out of place.  

In this dynamic 3-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the real French spoken every day—the language you hear on the metro, in cafés, in shops,  and at your friends’ homes. Through practical examples and guided activities, you’ll explore the linguistic patterns that shape modern informal French, including casual speech, verlan, slang, texting shortcuts, and the highly creative parler jeune.  

You’ll leave with the tools to understand and use informal French naturally in everyday situations. 

Prerequisites: A2.3 course, A2 Review, or B1.1 result at placement test. New students are invited to take a short  online placement test 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This 3-part workshop series explores the short film 14e arrondissement by Alexander Payne, from the 2006 anthology Paris, je 'aime. Follow Carole, a mailwoman from Denver, Colorado in her discovery of Paris 14th arrondissement to identify English speakers' difficulties in speaking French. With a comparative analysis of French and English, and through an authentic and cultural approach, these 3 workshops will provide keys to become aware of deceptive cognates and common mistakes in pronunciation,vocabulary, and grammar.   

Part 3 will focus on Pronunciation. All materials will be provided by the instructor. You may sign up for one, two, or all three parts of the series! Members get 10% off any additional course in the same term.  

Prerequisites: Open to B1/B2/C1 levels (the workshop will be conducted in French). 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B2 level.

• Prerequisite: B1.3 course completed, or B2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B1+ course or General French B2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Think you'll never get along with the Subjunctive? This workshop will change your mind! Dive into the Subjunctive mood, explore its common uses, and uncover its nuances with a fun and practical approach. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisites: students must have completed the B1.1 general French class at minimum, or have received a B1.2 placement, or be at the B2 level (general B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 classes or specialized B2 class).

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires!  

Dive into Guadeloupe with instructor Frédéric Dugenet. Frédéric lived in Guadeloupe while completing his Fulbright Teacher's Exchange and has lead numerous study abroad trips on the island.  Originally named Karukera, which means “Beautiful Water”, we will discover the white sand beaches of the main island and smaller coral clusters. With a plethora of natural beauty, we will also explore their volcanic islands and stunning national parks. As well as smaller peripheral islands such as Les Saintes, La Désirade, Marie Galante. 

Learn how their unique Creole culture is showcased in food, language, and art, and hear firsthand what it is like to live on this breathtaking island.   

Prerequisites: B1.1 course completed, or B1.2 result at placement  test

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires! 

This workshop invites you on an extraordinary journey through the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Discover this fascinating and contrasting land as we examine multiple aspects of it's culture. 

Starting with its history, we see how many different influences over time bring a somewhat cyclical nature to governmental events and bring us into the present. In arts and language, we will see how the DRC's music scene is known throughout Africa and around the world, and how language defines interactions as French is used in schools and government, and personal communications are held in either Lingala, Swahili, Kikongo, and/or Tshiluba. Lastly, we will see how the lands' abundance of natural resources and unique biodiversity impacts their economic growth.  

During this workshop, we will travel through this true earthly paradise, enriching your vocabulary with words and expressions related to rare minerals, animal and plant species, and local culture. You will get to experience the principles of linguistic immersion, Congolese style, as we explore this country of a thousand wonders. 

Prerequisite: Open to B1/B2/C1 levels (the workshop will be conducted in French). 

Pace: Workshop (two sessions)

In this course, students will  read a selection of texts from Fables de la Fontaine. Jean de La Fontaine's Fables are a classic collection of 239 moral tales in verse, published between 1668 and 1694, that adapt traditional stories (from Aesop, India, etc.) into witty, satirical French poetry, using animal characters to comment on human nature, society, and politics, making them beloved by all ages for their humor and irony. 

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. All reading materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite:  B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

You can buy the book here: https://amzn.to/4tPl9yC

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read a selection of texts by Maupassant. Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant was a 19th-century French author, celebrated as a master of the short story and associated with the naturalist literary school of thought, depicting human lives, destinies, and social forces in disillusioned and often pessimistic terms.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. All reading materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite:  B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  Great for beginners. You will learn 10 new words and expressions, essential for your trip to Brittany. 

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Traveling to France or a Francophone country soon? Dreaming of your ideal vacation? This workshop will help you review the essential vocabulary for travel and will give you some tips for everyday life abroad so you can make the most of your trip and conduct yourself with confidence!  

Prerequisite: General French A2.3 course, A2 Review, or B1.1 result on the Level Assessment.  

Pace: Workshop (one session)

The second sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn new ways to express opinions as well as agreement and disagreement, defend ideas, and share feelings. Students will also learn how to file a complaint, share a film critique, and discuss their relationship to social media.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French B1.3 and/or a Specialized B1 course


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The first sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will share past experiences and hypothetical situations. They will learn to talk about feelings, preferences, give advice, and express dreams and regrets. Students will also be introduced to figures of speech, colloquial language, and slang.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 1-3) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.3, A2 Review, or B1.1 result on placement test

Next course: General French B1.2 and/or a Specialized B1 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The first sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will share past experiences and hypothetical situations. They will learn to talk about feelings, preferences, give advice, and express dreams and regrets. Students will also be introduced to figures of speech, colloquial language, and slang.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 1-3) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.3, A2 Review, or B1.1 result on placement test

Next course: General French B1.2 and/or a Specialized B1 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn new ways to express opinions as well as agreement and disagreement, defend ideas, and share feelings. Students will also learn how to file a complaint, share a film critique, and discuss their relationship to social media.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French B1.3 and/or a Specialized B1 course


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The second sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn new ways to express opinions as well as agreement and disagreement, defend ideas, and share feelings. Students will also learn how to file a complaint, share a film critique, and discuss their relationship to social media.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French B1.3 and/or a Specialized B1 course


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third and final sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn to recount an event or a conversation through indirect discourse and passive structures, and how to present uncertain information. They will also learn to express concession, cause, and consequence. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the B1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 7-9 & DELF B1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.2 or B1.3 result on placement test

Next course: B1 Review, Specialized B1+, or General French B2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The third and final sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn to recount an event or a conversation through indirect discourse and passive structures, and how to present uncertain information. They will also learn to express concession, cause, and consequence. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the B1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 7-9 & DELF B1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.2 or B1.3 result on placement test

Next course: B1 Review, Specialized B1+, or General French B2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning centered around current events. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a different RFI news report will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course.  

Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2, or B1.2/B1.3 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning centered around current events. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a different RFI news report will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course.  

Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2, or B1.2/B1.3 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Conducted in an interactive and fun manner, this workshop will focus on helping you master the common difficulties of French grammar! 

This course can be taken more than once as content is adapted based on the students who have registered (returning students will study new material).  

Prerequisite: General French B1.3 course, B1 Review, or B2.1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. 

Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. 

B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course. 

 Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2, or B1.3 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. 

Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. 

B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course. 

 Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2, or B1.3 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who reached at the end of the B1 level (completed B1.3) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. 

B1+ learners are expected to communicate in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: General French B1.3 completed, or B1.3/B2.1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who reached at the end of the B1 level (completed B1.3) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. 

B1+ learners are expected to communicate in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: General French B1.3 completed, or B1.3/B2.1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B2 level.

• Prerequisite: B1.3 course completed, or B2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B1+ course or General French B2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Think you'll never get along with the Subjunctive? This workshop will change your mind! Dive into the Subjunctive mood, explore its common uses, and uncover its nuances with a fun and practical approach. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students must be at the B1 or B2 level 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires!  

Dive into Guadeloupe with instructor Frédéric Dugenet. Frédéric lived in Guadeloupe while completing his Fulbright Teacher's Exchange and has lead numerous study abroad trips on the island.  Originally named Karukera, which means “Beautiful Water”, we will discover the white sand beaches of the main island and smaller coral clusters. With a plethora of natural beauty, we will also explore their volcanic islands and stunning national parks. As well as smaller peripheral islands such as Les Saintes, La Désirade, Marie Galante. 

Learn how their unique Creole culture is showcased in food, language, and art, and hear firsthand what it is like to live on this breathtaking island.   

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Immerse yourself in the heart of southern France with instructor Frédéric Dugenet, who grew up in Provence! He will mention places that are off the beaten track and focus on regional differences between standard French and Provençal-accented French.  Learn where and when to see the best lavender fields, explore the Calanques national park between Marseille and Cassis, learn how to make the most of your farmer’s market experience, which hill top villages are the most photogenic and where the best beaches are located.  In a nutshell, experience the art of living well “à la provençale!” 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 
Pace: Workshop (one session)

This engaging workshop uses Édith Piaf's iconic anthem as a springboard to explore the full spectrum of French negation. Students will move beyond basic negation to master the subtle art of saying "no" in French - from the emphatic "ne...jamais" to the restrictive "ne...que," and the sophisticated "ne...guère." Through the lens of Piaf's defiant lyrics, they will discover how negation shapes meaning, tone, and idiomatic expressions. 

What You'll Learn: 

• Complex negative structures (ne...plus, ne...jamais, ne...rien, ne...personne, ne...aucun) and their subtle distinctions 
• Double negations and their nuances 
• The disappearing "ne" in spoken French vs. formal registers 
• Essential idiomatic expressions: from everyday phrases like "Il n'y a pas de quoi" and "Ça ne fait rien" to colorful expressions like "Ne pas casser trois pattes à un canard" and "Ne pas avoir froid aux yeux" 

Perfect for students ready to add sophistication and authenticity to their French expression!

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1 result at placement  test

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Dive into the world of French writing by studying the texts of Maupassant. Read and discuss these famous works as we explore the themes of hunger in 19th century French culture. This class will strengthen reading skills, literary interpretation, the ability to follow themes throughout a work, as well as oral communication to express and discuss the chosen theme. 

This course is B2+/C1. Prerequisites are the B2.3, a B2+ course, a C1 course, or B2+/C1 result on our placement test
Pace: Workshop (one session)

Embark on a captivating journey through the vibrant and eclectic world of artistic expression in the "Paris of Artists." This immersive course invites participants to explore the City of Light as a haven for painters, performers, and visionaries alike.   

Across two sessions we will delve into the lives, works, and enduring legacies of iconic figures such as Josephine Baker, whose electrifying performances ignited the stages of Montmartre and captivated audiences worldwide. From the avant-garde experimentation of surrealists like René Magritte to the bold brushstrokes of impressionist masters like Claude Monet and Edgar Degas, participants will unravel the diverse influences and groundbreaking movements that have shaped Paris as a crucible of artistic innovation. 

Through engaging discussions students will gain insight into the unique contributions of these visionary creators, while also exploring the  dynamic intersections between art, society, and cultural identity in the Parisian landscape. 

All materials will be provided by the instructor before and during class via the Student Portal platform. 

Prerequisite: General French B2.1, B2.2 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: Workshop (two sessions)

This 3-part workshop series explores the short film 14e arrondissement by Alexander Payne, from the 2006 anthology Paris, je 'aime. Follow Carole, a mailwoman from Denver, Colorado in her discovery of Paris 14th arrondissement to identify English speakers' difficulties in speaking French. With a comparative analysis of French and English, and through an authentic and cultural approach, these 3 workshops will provide keys to become aware of deceptive cognates and common mistakes in pronunciation,vocabulary, and grammar.   

Part 3 will focus on Pronunciation. All materials will be provided by the instructor. You may sign up for one, two, or all three parts of the series! Members get 10% off any additional course in the same term.  

Prerequisites: Open to B1/B2/C1 levels (the workshop will be conducted in French). 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the C1 level.

• Prerequisite: B2.3 course completed, or C1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B2+ course or a C1 course upon approval (please take our C1 placement test and our Admissions Coordinator will contact you to assess your oral skills).


Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Think you'll never get along with the Subjunctive? This workshop will change your mind! Dive into the Subjunctive mood, explore its common uses, and uncover its nuances with a fun and practical approach. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisites: students must have completed the B1.1 general French class at minimum, or have received a B1.2 placement, or be at the B2 level (general B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 classes or specialized B2 class).

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires!  

Dive into Guadeloupe with instructor Frédéric Dugenet. Frédéric lived in Guadeloupe while completing his Fulbright Teacher's Exchange and has lead numerous study abroad trips on the island.  Originally named Karukera, which means “Beautiful Water”, we will discover the white sand beaches of the main island and smaller coral clusters. With a plethora of natural beauty, we will also explore their volcanic islands and stunning national parks. As well as smaller peripheral islands such as Les Saintes, La Désirade, Marie Galante. 

Learn how their unique Creole culture is showcased in food, language, and art, and hear firsthand what it is like to live on this breathtaking island.   

Prerequisites: B1.1 course completed, or B1.2 result at placement  test

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires! 

This workshop invites you on an extraordinary journey through the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Discover this fascinating and contrasting land as we examine multiple aspects of it's culture. 

Starting with its history, we see how many different influences over time bring a somewhat cyclical nature to governmental events and bring us into the present. In arts and language, we will see how the DRC's music scene is known throughout Africa and around the world, and how language defines interactions as French is used in schools and government, and personal communications are held in either Lingala, Swahili, Kikongo, and/or Tshiluba. Lastly, we will see how the lands' abundance of natural resources and unique biodiversity impacts their economic growth.  

During this workshop, we will travel through this true earthly paradise, enriching your vocabulary with words and expressions related to rare minerals, animal and plant species, and local culture. You will get to experience the principles of linguistic immersion, Congolese style, as we explore this country of a thousand wonders. 

Prerequisite: Open to B1/B2/C1 levels (the workshop will be conducted in French). 

Pace: Workshop (two sessions)

Join us for an engaging 2-hour workshop on the French conditional mood (le Conditionnel), where you'll review and deepen this essential aspect of French grammar through interactive learning and practical exercises. We'll explore how to form and use the conditional to express hypothetical situations, make polite requests, and discuss possibilities in French, using real-world examples from current news headlines and classic French songs. 

Through a blend of structured instruction and hands-on practice, including analysis of conditional usage in memorable songs like Jean-Jacques Goldman's "Si je t'aime", Angèle's "Oui ou Non" and Stromae's "Tous les Mêmes", you'll develop confidence in using this tense in both written and spoken French. 

The workshop is ideal for intermediate to advanced learners who already have basic knowledge of the conditional, and includes comprehensive materials to support your learning journey. By the end of the session, you'll have a solid understanding of when and how to use the conditional tense, enhancing your ability to communicate more naturally and effectively in French. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

The first sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course, students will continue to work on how to recount an event or a conversation through indirect discourse and passive structures, as well as additional ways to make comparisons, express themselves in the negative and speak about future events. They will also learn to develop more complex sentences in addition to exploring idiomatic expressions and word games.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 1-2) - Textbook & workbook available here 

Prerequisite: B1.3 course, B1 Review, or B1.1 result on placement test

Next course: B2.2 and/or a Specialized B2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course students will learn new ways to express feelings, goals, and regrets. They will focus on taking a stand and structuring their points of view by using expressions of cause and consequence, idiomatic expressions, and varying language registers.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 3-4) - Textbook & workbook available here 

Prerequisite: General French B2.1 or B2.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French B2.3 and/or a Specialized B2 course
Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course students will learn new ways to express feelings, goals, and regrets. They will focus on taking a stand and structuring their points of view by using expressions of cause and consequence, idiomatic expressions, and varying language registers.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 3-4) - Textbook & workbook available here 

Prerequisite: General French B2.1 or B2.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French B2.3 and/or a Specialized B2 course
Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The third sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course, students will continue to strengthen their ability to defend their ideas or share their opinions. They will use temporal markers and other logical connectors to express cause, consequence, goals, opposition, and concession in a structured and convincing way. 

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 5-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B2.2 or B2.3 result on placement test

Next course: B2.4 or a Specialized B2 course.
Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The fourth and final sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course, students will continue to strengthen their ability to defend their ideas or share their opinions. They will use temporal markers and other logical connectors to express cause, consequence, goals, opposition, and concession in a structured and convincing way.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 7-8-9) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B2.3 or B2.4 result on placement test

Next course: B2 Review or a Specialized B2+ course. At the end of the B2 level, students may be able to enroll in a C1 class contingent on the result of a mandatory placement test and oral assessment.

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

In this course, students will  read a selection of texts from Fables de la Fontaine. Jean de La Fontaine's Fables are a classic collection of 239 moral tales in verse, published between 1668 and 1694, that adapt traditional stories (from Aesop, India, etc.) into witty, satirical French poetry, using animal characters to comment on human nature, society, and politics, making them beloved by all ages for their humor and irony. 

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. All reading materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite:  B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

You can buy the book here: https://amzn.to/4tPl9yC

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read a selection of texts by Maupassant. Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant was a 19th-century French author, celebrated as a master of the short story and associated with the naturalist literary school of thought, depicting human lives, destinies, and social forces in disillusioned and often pessimistic terms.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. All reading materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite:  B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read selections from Orphée and La Machine Infernale by Jean Cocteau, to explore and analyze Greek mythology through a modern and poetic lens. 

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students can purchase the books or receive a PDF from the instructor.

Books can be purchased here:

Le testament d’Orphée
https://a.co/d/00zzZxuW

La machine infernale
https://a.co/d/0eV3LAUK
 

Prerequisite: General French B2.1, B2.2 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  Great for beginners. You will learn 10 new words and expressions, essential for your trip to Brittany. 

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

French Cinema B2+: Polars: Le Corbeau, Voici le temps des assassins, Compartiment tueurs

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy.

This course explores the French polar (crime thriller) as a conduit for examining sociological and political undercurrents in French society. Through a fatalist vision of corruption and social decay, we will trace the evolution of this genre from the claustrophobic paranoia of early film noir to the stylized tension of the 1950s. We will start with Henri-Georges Clouzot’s masterpiece of suspicion, Le Corbeau (1943), move to the gritty underworld of Julien Duvivier’s Voici le temps des assassins (1956) starring Jean Gabin, and conclude with the fast-paced, modern police procedural of Costa-Gavras’ Compartiment tueurs (1965).

We will read criticism and reviews of all three films to deepen your appreciation of them.

Lastly, you’ll listen to and study popular songs from the periods and artists depicted in each film.

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 15h

In this course focused on oral expression and listening comprehension, students will listen to podcasts and speculate together on subjects worthy of greater debate. The instructor will guide a discussion of current events, including important moments that characterize the Anthropocene and its drifts. Students will also discuss topics related to science, societies, fauna and flora, and arts and culture, amongst others. These subjects will allow the class to reflect on and discuss the various stakes which constitute our current society. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

Prerequisite: B2.3 or B2+ course, or B2.3/C1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

In this course focused on oral expression and listening comprehension, students will listen to podcasts and speculate together on subjects worthy of greater debate. The instructor will guide a discussion of current events, including important moments that characterize the Anthropocene and its drifts. Students will also discuss topics related to science, societies, fauna and flora, and arts and culture, amongst others. These subjects will allow the class to reflect on and discuss the various stakes which constitute our current society. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

Prerequisite: B2.3 or B2+ course, or B2.3/C1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

French Télé: Of Money and Blood

Acclaimed French drama meets real-world investigation in this ten-week study of the carbon tax “fraud of the century”. Together we will watch the acclaimed 2023 series D’argent et de sang and analyze how filmmaker Xavier Giannoli translates Fabrice Arfi’s book into a gripping screen story. We will compare the show with real media reports to understand the storytelling techniques, historical interpretation, and social implications of this massive scandal.

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 15h

Provence Through the Eyes of Artists 

Discover Provence through the works of great artists who were inspired by its vibrant landscapes! In this mini-course, we will explore how painters like Cézanne, Van Gogh, and Matisse captured the light and colors of this iconic region. Through readings, video clips, and group discussions, you’ll improve your French skills while immersing yourself in the artistic world of Provence. Additionally, there will be a focus on expanding your vocabulary related to art, nature, and regional culture. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: B2.3 or B2+ course, or B2.3/C1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: Workshop (two sessions)

Conducted in an interactive and fun manner, this workshop will focus on helping you master the common difficulties of French grammar! 

This course can be taken more than once as content is adapted based on the students who have registered (returning students will study new material).  

Prerequisite: General French B1.3 course, B1 Review, or B2.1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper advanced level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B2.3 course completed or B2.3/C1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper advanced level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B2.3 course completed or B2.3/C1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the C1 level.

• Prerequisite: B2.3 course completed, or C1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B2+ course or a C1 course upon approval (please take our C1 placement test and our Admissions Coordinator will contact you to assess your oral skills).


Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Think you'll never get along with the Subjunctive? This workshop will change your mind! Dive into the Subjunctive mood, explore its common uses, and uncover its nuances with a fun and practical approach. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students must be at the B1 or B2 level 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires!  

Dive into Guadeloupe with instructor Frédéric Dugenet. Frédéric lived in Guadeloupe while completing his Fulbright Teacher's Exchange and has lead numerous study abroad trips on the island.  Originally named Karukera, which means “Beautiful Water”, we will discover the white sand beaches of the main island and smaller coral clusters. With a plethora of natural beauty, we will also explore their volcanic islands and stunning national parks. As well as smaller peripheral islands such as Les Saintes, La Désirade, Marie Galante. 

Learn how their unique Creole culture is showcased in food, language, and art, and hear firsthand what it is like to live on this breathtaking island.   

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Immerse yourself in the heart of southern France with instructor Frédéric Dugenet, who grew up in Provence! He will mention places that are off the beaten track and focus on regional differences between standard French and Provençal-accented French.  Learn where and when to see the best lavender fields, explore the Calanques national park between Marseille and Cassis, learn how to make the most of your farmer’s market experience, which hill top villages are the most photogenic and where the best beaches are located.  In a nutshell, experience the art of living well “à la provençale!” 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 
Pace: Workshop (one session)

Dive into the world of French writing by studying the texts of Maupassant. Read and discuss these famous works as we explore the themes of hunger in 19th century French culture. This class will strengthen reading skills, literary interpretation, the ability to follow themes throughout a work, as well as oral communication to express and discuss the chosen theme. 

This course is B2+/C1. Prerequisites are the B2.3, a B2+ course, a C1 course, or B2+/C1 result on our placement test
Pace: Workshop (one session)

This 3-part workshop series explores the short film 14e arrondissement by Alexander Payne, from the 2006 anthology Paris, je 'aime. Follow Carole, a mailwoman from Denver, Colorado in her discovery of Paris 14th arrondissement to identify English speakers' difficulties in speaking French. With a comparative analysis of French and English, and through an authentic and cultural approach, these 3 workshops will provide keys to become aware of deceptive cognates and common mistakes in pronunciation,vocabulary, and grammar.   

Part 3 will focus on Pronunciation. All materials will be provided by the instructor. You may sign up for one, two, or all three parts of the series! Members get 10% off any additional course in the same term.  

Prerequisites: Open to B1/B2/C1 levels (the workshop will be conducted in French). 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires!  

Dive into Guadeloupe with instructor Frédéric Dugenet. Frédéric lived in Guadeloupe while completing his Fulbright Teacher's Exchange and has lead numerous study abroad trips on the island.  Originally named Karukera, which means “Beautiful Water”, we will discover the white sand beaches of the main island and smaller coral clusters. With a plethora of natural beauty, we will also explore their volcanic islands and stunning national parks. As well as smaller peripheral islands such as Les Saintes, La Désirade, Marie Galante. 

Learn how their unique Creole culture is showcased in food, language, and art, and hear firsthand what it is like to live on this breathtaking island.   

Prerequisites: B1.1 course completed, or B1.2 result at placement  test

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires! 

This workshop invites you on an extraordinary journey through the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Discover this fascinating and contrasting land as we examine multiple aspects of it's culture. 

Starting with its history, we see how many different influences over time bring a somewhat cyclical nature to governmental events and bring us into the present. In arts and language, we will see how the DRC's music scene is known throughout Africa and around the world, and how language defines interactions as French is used in schools and government, and personal communications are held in either Lingala, Swahili, Kikongo, and/or Tshiluba. Lastly, we will see how the lands' abundance of natural resources and unique biodiversity impacts their economic growth.  

During this workshop, we will travel through this true earthly paradise, enriching your vocabulary with words and expressions related to rare minerals, animal and plant species, and local culture. You will get to experience the principles of linguistic immersion, Congolese style, as we explore this country of a thousand wonders. 

Prerequisite: Open to B1/B2/C1 levels (the workshop will be conducted in French). 

Pace: Workshop (two sessions)

In this course, students will read Le Lièvre d'amérique by Mireille Gagné.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students, as well as all new students, must take our Level Assessment and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course. 

Le Lièvre d'amérique by Mireille Gagné

Un conte moderne précis, se rapprochant de Truismes de Marie Darrieussecq, qui dissèque sans faillir les violences néolibérales.L’organisme de Diane tente de s’adapter doucement. Elle dort moins, devient plus forte et développe une endurance impressionnante. L’employée modèle qu’elle était peut encore plus se surpasser au travail. Or des effets insoupçonnés de l’intervention qu’elle vient de subir l’affolent. L’espace dans sa tête se resserre, elle sent du métal à la place de ses os. Tout est plus vif – sa vision, son odorat, sa respiration. Comble de la panique, ses cheveux et ses poils deviennent complètement roux en l’espace d’une nuit. Et puis les mâles commencent à la suivre.Quinze ans plus tôt, Diane connaît un été marquant de son adolescence à l’Isle-aux-Grues, ces jours de grosse mer où Eugène bravait les dangers, la fascination de son ami pour les espèces en voie d’extinction et – comment s’en remettre – le soir de l’incendie.Ce roman, une fable animalière néolibérale, s’adresse à celles et ceux qui se sont égarés.

You can purchase the book [https://amzn.to/4tgaVpW]

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

The first sublevel in C1 (Expert). Through authentic texts, videos, and reports, students will broaden their general and specialized vocabulary while mastering the grammatical structures necessary to present the theme of a document, provide a synthesis, support a point of view or personal opinion with both primary and secondary arguments, and offer advice.

Textbook (not included in tuition): Edito C1 2022-2024 version
C1.1 : Units 1, 2 and 3

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students who never took classes at the C1 level, as well as all new students, must take our online placement test and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course.
Contrary to lower levels, the C1 General French classes (C1.1, C1.2, C1.3) can be taken in any order. 

Next course: Students may take any C1 level General French course, Specialized class or Workshop.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

The third sublevel in C1 (Expert). Through authentic texts, videos, and reports, students will broaden their general and specialized vocabulary while mastering the grammatical structures necessary to debate a given topic and produce formal texts such as letters and articles.

Textbook (not included in tuition): Edito C1 2022-2024 version
C1.3: Units 7, 8 and 9

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students who never took classes at the C1 level, as well as all new students, must take our online placement test and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course.
Contrary to lower levels, the C1 General French classes (C1.1, C1.2, C1.3) can be taken in any order. 

Next course: Students may take any C1 level General French course, Specialized class or Workshop.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

The fourth and final sublevel in C1 (Expert). Through authentic texts, videos, and reports, students will broaden their general and specialized vocabulary while mastering the grammatical structures necessary to write argumentative and editorial texts, engage in debate, and share personal experiences related to the themes of the course.

Textbook (not included in tuition): Edito C1 2022-2024 version
C1.4 : Units 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students who never took classes at the C1 level, as well as all new students, must take our online placement test and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course.
Contrary to lower levels, the C1 General French classes (C1.1, C1.2, C1.3) can be taken in any order. 

Next course: Students may take any C1 level General French course, Specialized class or Workshop.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

A class for fluent students wishing to perfect their linguistic and cultural understanding in areas such as geopolitics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more. Students will focus on formulating ideas and opinions with precision and on discussing clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects. 

Course materials—including newspaper articles, TV, and radio shows—are to be studied before class; expect approximately two hours of autonomous study per week. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students, as well as all new students, must take our Level Assessment and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

A class for fluent students wishing to perfect their linguistic and cultural understanding in areas such as geopolitics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more. Students will focus on formulating ideas and opinions with precision and on discussing clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects. 

Course materials—including newspaper articles, TV, and radio shows—are to be studied before class; expect approximately two hours of autonomous study per week. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students, as well as all new students, must take our Level Assessment and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h