Mes Projets d'Avenir: Speaking about Future Plans in French
Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.Come possiamo usare il francese, la tecnologia e la scienza per presentare i nostri progetti futuri più entusiasmanti e come queste discipline ci aiuteranno a realizzarli?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- Qual è il tuo progetto futuro più entusiasmante e perché?
- Come la conoscenza del francese ti aiuterà a realizzare i tuoi progetti futuri?
- In che modo la tecnologia e la scienza possono influenzare o supportare i tuoi progetti futuri?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Students will be able to discuss their future plans in French.
- Students will be able to relate their knowledge of French to their future plans.
- Students will be able to use technology to support their presentations.
- Students will be able to identify how science can influence their future plans.
CEFR
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsTime Capsule Challenge
Students create a time capsule to be opened in 10 years, filled with letters to their future selves (in French) detailing their current dreams and predictions. This activity sparks reflection on personal growth and provides a tangible connection to future aspirations.Future-Self Interview
Students prepare for and conduct mock interviews (in French) with their "future selves" about their achieved goals and experiences. This encourages them to envision their potential pathways and articulate their ambitions in a communicative context.Design Your Dream School
Students collaborate to design their ideal school of the future, incorporating innovative technologies and sustainable practices, and present their vision in French. This event encourages creative problem-solving and allows students to explore the intersection of technology, environment, and personal interests.Global Gadget Pitch
Students invent a gadget that solves a global problem, create a prototype using simple materials, and pitch their invention in French to a panel of "investors." This fosters innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, and the application of language skills in a real-world context.'A Day in the Life' Documentary
Students create a short documentary (in French) depicting a typical day in their future lives, showcasing their careers, hobbies, and personal relationships. This integrates storytelling, technology, and personal expression while providing a platform to explore diverse future possibilities.Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.Mon Portrait Futur: Vision Board
Students create a vision board representing their future aspirations, focusing on elements related to school choice, vacations, and career paths. This activity helps students visualize and articulate their future plans in a creative and engaging way.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA completed vision board with labeled images and a short oral presentation in French.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CEFR MLO.3.1 by enabling students to express future plans in familiar situations through visual and oral communication.Ma Vie en 2044: Digital Presentation
Students create a digital presentation (using software like PowerPoint or Google Slides) showcasing their future plans. The presentation should include visuals, text in French, and a brief audio recording of them speaking about their aspirations.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA completed digital presentation with visuals, French text, and audio recordings, presenting their future plans.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CEFR MLO.3.1 by providing students with a platform to express their future plans in a structured and technologically advanced manner, enhancing their digital literacy and French language skills.Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioMon Portrait Futur: Vision Board Rubric
Language Proficiency
Evaluates the student's use of French language in labeling the vision board and presenting their future plans.Vocabulary and Grammar
Accuracy and variety of vocabulary and grammar used in descriptions and presentation.
Exemplary
4 PointsUses a wide range of vocabulary and grammar accurately and effectively to describe future plans. Demonstrates excellent command of French.
Proficient
3 PointsUses appropriate vocabulary and grammar with few errors to describe future plans. Demonstrates good command of French.
Developing
2 PointsUses basic vocabulary and grammar with some errors that may occasionally hinder understanding. Demonstrates fair command of French.
Beginning
1 PointsUses limited vocabulary and grammar with frequent errors that significantly hinder understanding. Demonstrates limited command of French.
Pronunciation and Fluency
Clarity and smoothness of the oral presentation in French.
Exemplary
4 PointsPresents fluently with clear pronunciation, making the presentation easy to understand and engaging.
Proficient
3 PointsPresents with mostly clear pronunciation and good fluency, with only minor hesitations.
Developing
2 PointsPresents with some pronunciation errors and hesitations that occasionally impede understanding.
Beginning
1 PointsPresents with frequent pronunciation errors and significant hesitations, making the presentation difficult to understand.
Visual Representation
Evaluates the effectiveness and creativity of the vision board in representing future plans.Image Selection
Relevance and appropriateness of images chosen to represent future plans.
Exemplary
4 PointsImages are highly relevant, diverse, and creatively represent future plans in a compelling way.
Proficient
3 PointsImages are relevant and appropriately represent future plans.
Developing
2 PointsImages are somewhat relevant, but some may be unclear or unrelated to future plans.
Beginning
1 PointsImages are largely irrelevant or inappropriate, with little connection to future plans.
Layout and Design
Organization and visual appeal of the vision board.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe vision board is exceptionally well-organized, visually appealing, and creatively designed to enhance the presentation.
Proficient
3 PointsThe vision board is well-organized and visually appealing.
Developing
2 PointsThe vision board is somewhat disorganized and lacks visual appeal.
Beginning
1 PointsThe vision board is disorganized and visually unappealing.
Presentation Clarity
Evaluates the clarity and coherence of the student's presentation.Description Quality
Clarity and detail in describing each element of the vision board in French.
Exemplary
4 PointsProvides clear, detailed, and insightful descriptions of each element, effectively conveying their connection to future plans.
Proficient
3 PointsProvides clear descriptions of each element, explaining their connection to future plans.
Developing
2 PointsProvides basic descriptions of each element, but the connection to future plans may be unclear.
Beginning
1 PointsProvides minimal or unclear descriptions, with little to no connection to future plans.
Engagement
Ability to capture and maintain the audience's attention during the presentation.
Exemplary
4 PointsPresents with enthusiasm and confidence, effectively engaging the audience and maintaining their interest throughout the presentation.
Proficient
3 PointsPresents confidently and maintains the audience's attention.
Developing
2 PointsPresents with some hesitancy, and the audience's attention may waver.
Beginning
1 PointsPresents with significant hesitancy and struggles to maintain the audience's attention.