What is a differentiated classroom?

To sum up, differentiation is modified instruction that helps students with diverse academic needs and learning styles master the same challenging academic content. Although it might seem like a daunting task, designing and applying a variety of strategies within one classroom can be done at a variety of levels. 
I differentiate instruction with an individual student, within a small group, or with a whole class. So I provide interrelated activities that are based on student needs for the purpose of ensuring that all students come to a similar grasp of a skill or idea or a concept. 

By the end of the units, all the students improve their French achievement with different materials, process and assessments. This is the key the respond the needs of all learners!

For me, creating and managing a differentiated classroom is like preparing a French sumptuous feast where the menu would include plenty of ingredients and spices for extremely good, varied and appealing meals for all the tastes! 

    

What's up in France? Read Le petit quotidien...

To discover the news in France and learn more about the moon, please read the number 4457 of a pretty good French magazine: click here.

http://www.lepetitquotidien.fr/

Learning French in the PYP programme

The PYP prepares students to become active, caring, lifelong learners who demonstrate respect for themselves and others and have the capacity to participate in the world around them. 

It focuses on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both within and beyond the classroom. Language is for sure involved in all learning and is an essential vehicle for inquiry and the construction of meaning. It provides an intellectual framework to support a conceptual development and critical thinking.

As a PYP teacher, I plan learning experiences that enable students to develop language within meaningful and enjoyable contexts, students are able to make connections, apply their learning, and transfer their conceptual understanding to new situations. 

In grade 2 and 3, oracy (listening, speaking and spoken interaction) has a more prominent place in language learning than most, if not other, areas of the curriculum. The children spend much of their time listening, speaking and interacting orally in simple conversations and are given regular and frequent exposure to a good model of pronunciation. 

In grade 4 and 5, they can write simple sentences, often using a frame or model to help them structure meaning.

Moreover, language competence and intercultural understanding are an essential part of being a citizen. Learning a new language inevitably and naturally brings children into contact of aspects of the culture of other countries and enhances their open-mindedness.
For sure, I will do my best so that you kid will have good basis for his MYP. Click here to know more about the MYP. 

Photo of the day

Un motard en Polynésie française (French island near to New Zealand) qui surfe sur une vague ! 

Extraordinaire... 
Et toi, tu sais faire de la moto? D'habitude, où les gens font de la moto?

What's up in France? Read Le petit quotidien...

To discover the news in France and learn more about a wonderful treasure found by some lucky kids, here is the number 4448 of a French magazine for children: click here.
This a gold treasure!!!
http://www.lepetitquotidien.fr/

Why do my students blog?

Back to school!

Welcome to the new school year! 

I hope everyone had a very good summer break, and that we are all ready for a wonderful start to the term. 

There will be many opportunities for involvement, growth, and learning across this year. This is a very exciting time of year for most students – learning how to navigate the new layout and class schedules, meeting new friends and teachers, and reconnecting with old ones, will likely be vibrant!

As in any time of change and transition, this can also be a rather stressful period; this is true for both returning families as well as those brand new to Phnom Penh and our campus. 

Some of your children will also learn a new language too. But, for sure, these feelings will last for only a short time, then, your children will enjoy new amazing experiences and new building learning.
In French, your children will: 

✤ Learn and improve the target language according to their level, needs, grade, expectations and interest 

✤ Learn the alphabet, the basic or more complex vocabulary and grammar structures 

✤ Develop skills in speaking, listening, understanding and writing 

✤ Learn through songs, games, drama and creative activities 

✤ Have fun learning, be interested and challenged! 

Such an ambitious, inspiring and pleasant program !

Welcome to my blog!

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen! Most welcome!

Please take some time to explore the links and sections on this website. Some areas are still under construction and/or being changed for the 2015-2016 school year, but feel free to take a look around! 

This blog has been created to keep parents in the loop with our French class. You will see pictures and movies of classroom assignments on this blog so that you can see what your children are working on.

Some of the posts created are specifically designed for parents. For example, when I will do a survey in class or collect information, I will be glad to share what you know. Then, there are some educational links and French basics to use with your children at home under the heading " Resources".

It also provides an effective means to me of communicating electronically with students and parents. As a consequence, make sure you read the post on “How to Comment” and leave me a comment (no last names!) if you like what you see, have a question, or want to make a suggestion. Your feedback will be valuable for me as learning is a life-long process for everybody!

And for sure, I will respond to the students and parent comments.

How to comment?

Remembers about how to comment

At the end of each post I wrote, there is an italicised link that says “Enregistrer un commentaire" or "Leave a comment”. If you click on the link, you will be given the opportunity to write and submit a comment. 

Once you submit the comment, I will have to approve it before it is posted. I prefer it because I do not want anyone to look silly, please try to spell and punctuate correctly when you comment – remember, the world can see,  so put your best foot… 

Also, do not put your last name or an email, even though it prompts you too. All of these things are for your safety!
Thanks and I hope to hear from you!