Distance learning program "Pour l'amour du français"

Distance learning program

 

About the program

The Pour l’amour du françaisTM  program from the Language Research Development Groupe (LRDG) allows you to quickly improve your French skills while enjoying a stimulating personalized learning experience.

The program uses a pedagogical approach that combines computer-based tools with personalized sessions directed by a tutor, by telephone or online, for rapid, effective and fun learning.

This part-time tutoring program offers distance language education designed specifically for people with a busy schedule. Using a mixed approached that combines self-study with our training software and personalized tutoring sessions, our methodology provides a targeted, flexible and motivational learning process.     

Progress at your own speed while achieving measurable results with a commitment of 7 hours a week. 

The program begins with a preliminary oral assessment. Then, based on your strengths and weaknesses, the evaluator will recommend a starting module, providing a detailed report. A qualified tutor will be assigned to you, taking your schedule into account – and then you’re ready to start!

Our certified and experienced tutors will provide you with personalized individual lessons. The tutor will focus on areas for improvement and suggest exercises suited to your needs. The hour of  tutoring is focused on verbal communication in order to maximize your oral expression and comprehension skills.

Your purchase of the language training program includes your learning material, which corresponds to one module. The LRDG language training modules meet the strict requirements of the Government of Canada’s language skill levels. 

Learning option 1: Access to one module and 10 hours of tutoring (more hours possible)
  • Access to one of the 15 levels including reading, writing and listening exercises as well as grammar and vocabulary concepts;
  • Placement test to ensure a relevant level to start;
  • Sessions with a personal tutor to practice your oral skills;
  • Progress at your own speed, and schedule your tutoring sessions according to your availability- regular tutoring guarantees better results;
  • An oral assessment is required at the end of a module;
  • The 10th hour of tutoring will be used for this assessment;
  • A minimum score of 90% is required to pass a module.
Cost: $800 (includes a placement test and 10 hours of tutoring)
 
Additional tutoring hour: $75
 
 
 
Learning option 2: Unlimited self-directed access to all content for 1 year
  • Access to each of the 15 levels, including reading, writing and listening exercises, as well as grammar and vocabulary;
  • Online placement test that helps you decide with which level you want to start;
  • Progress at your own pace with uninterrupted access to the portal for a full year;
  • Study anywhere, anytime: at home, at school or on the road;
  • The learning methodology guarantees quick progress and effective learning.
Cost: $650 (includes online placement test)

 


 

Information:
  French Training Centre
  centreFR.cite@uregina.ca | 

La Cité: 306 585-4828

French Training Centre Coordinator:

306 337-8491

Pour l'amour du françaisTM  is a 15-module program, divided into Beginner to Advanced levels. This means anyone can enrol in the program, whatever their language level.

Once you’ve completed your online registration, La Cité:

  • will send you an email confirmation;
  • will notify the LRDG group which will contact you for a preliminary oral evaluation.

Using a detailed comprehensive report, they will then recommend a starting module, based on your strengths and weaknesses. A qualified tutor will then be assigned to you and you can begin your program.