Description

Published: 2017
ISBN: 9781845367367
Ça Roule! 1 has been written in accordance with the new Junior Cycle Specification for Modern Foreign Languages
Adopts a  communicative approach  which focuses on oral proficiency, listening to and understanding the spoken language, so students learn to communicate effectively in conversationUses  interdisciplinary teaching methods  and an  integrated approach  to the  development of language skills  (reading, writing, listening, speech and conversation)Suitable for  mixed-ability classesModern, full-colour design  with  student-friendly  layout,  vibrant   photos and creative illustrationsEach unit begins with a  checklist   of the conversation, speech, listening, reading, and grammatical skills the student will learnReading and writing exercises incorporate students’ own  lived experiences , bringing the  real world  into the classroomUses  authentic  texts and covers themes that provide the building blocks for language learningCulture   sections throughout each unit teach students about French habits and customs, therefore developing  socio-cultural knowledge  and promoting  intercultural awarenessGroup and pair work  fosters  peer-to-peer teaching  and communicative language learningTask-switching , problem-solving, mini-projects  and  self-assessment tools  develop  critical thinking skillsStudents learn to use  grammar   in context, supported by exercises in their Journal de bordIncludes  glossary   of  vocabulary