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« Branché à Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador » is a joint initiative of the Centre for Distance Learning and Innovation (CDLI) and the Inukshuk Foundation. It is a resource primarily aimed at Intermediate and High School French Second Language (FSL) learners.

It affords these learners in Core French and French Immersion programs, the opportunity to develop the major skills in second language learning. Reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing skills will be enhanced through the exploration of the rich French culture in Newfoundland and Labrador. This resource is also beneficial to Francophone students and adults who are interested in learning about French history in Newfoundland and Labrador and the important contributions of Francophones to our Province. « Branché à Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador » is a highly interactive resource which features multimedia applications that appeal to all learners.

« Branché à Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador » can be used by teachers to meet many curriculum outcomes prescribed in the Intermediate and High School Core French and Immersion programs in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Connections to French Curriculum

Intermediate Français 7, 8, 9 (Early French Immersion Intermediate Curriculum Guide p. 22)

The exploration of la francophonie in Canada and topical issues will focus on topics from the four themes below.

(1) National Identity

(2) Social Issues

(3) Special Interests

(4) Social Life

«Branché à Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador» directly addresses many of the aforementioned aspects of la francophonie in Canada in the Intermediate Français program. Bilingualism and assimilation are major themes woven throughout the project, particularly in relation to the preservation of French language and culture on the West coast of Newfoundland and in Labrador. Social issues such as the struggle of French Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to protect their language and culture and their battle to operate their own schools are explored. The social aspects of French culture are also celebrated, with particular emphasis on the influence and value of traditional music.

Senior High French Immersion - Français 1202 (Curriculum Guide p. 20)

In Français 1202, to complement and extend the exploration of la francophonie and selected issues, it will be necessary to include contextual information on the following:

(1) Origins and Development

(2) Building an Identity

(3) Expressions of a Culture

This project thoroughly addresses each of the aforementioned components. The project explores in great detail, the history of French presence in Newfoundland and Labrador and the contribution of francophones to our Province. The resource delves into the history, the story, and the song of “Les Franco-Terre-Neuviens-et-Labradoriens,” as well as the fight of these steadfast people to preserve, validate and nourish their language and identity.

Français 2202 and Français 3202

Although Français 2202 and Français 3202 focus on la francophonie in Québec and around the world respectively, components of the CDLI/Inukshuk project can be used for teaching language elements, as well as enhancing understanding of different types of discourse.

Core French 1200, 2200, 3200, 3201 (Core French Curriculum Guide: p.19)

Understanding Cultural Influences

Students will demonstrate knowledge of French speaking cultures in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and other countries and develop an understanding of the links between language, culture and identity.

« Branché à Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador » is an interactive resource that will allow educators to explore with their students, the vibrant francophone culture that is found in Newfoundland and Labrador. Throughout the resource, students are introduced to various French speakers and artists who have made and who continue to make contributions to the rich and vibrant culture found in the Province. Subsequent to working with this resource, students will appreciate the importance of bilingualism in our country, and more specifically in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Evaluation

This project provides a wide variety of evaluation activities that are suited to diverse learners. There are both formative and summative pieces of evaluation following each video segment. Activities are designed to be accessible to all learners and to provide opportunities to improve language skills. Educators and students are encouraged to select activities which they feel are most useful and appropriate to their learning environment.

For general public education beyond the classroom setting, there are components that can be easily used without guided instruction, thereby providing outreach and accessibility to those eager to explore the richness of Francophone history and culture in Newfoundland and Labrador and the significant contribution of Francophones to the Province.