FJ3007 French Methodology 2

Faculty of Education
Spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/2/0. 2 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Václava Bakešová, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Petra Suquet, M.A., Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
doc. Mgr. Václava Bakešová, Ph.D.
Department of French Language and Literature – Faculty of Education
Contact Person: Barbora Hůrková
Supplier department: Department of French Language and Literature – Faculty of Education
Timetable of Seminar Groups
FJ3007/01: Thu 10:00–11:50 A33 učebna, P. Suquet
Prerequisites (in Czech)
FJ3006 Methodology 1
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
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Course objectives
The course focuses on a deeper understanding of the foreign language learning process. It covers learning theories, the distinction between learning and acquisition, learning strategies and styles, the relationship between learning and teaching styles, error correction, learner autonomy, and communication in teaching. Students will reflect on their own learning and teaching preferences and analyze their impact on classroom practice.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student will be able to: • describe and explain key theories and approaches to foreign language learning, • distinguish between acquisition and learning, • identify and analyze different learning styles and strategies, • reflect on the role and function of error in language learning, • develop and support strategies for fostering learner autonomy, • apply the acquired knowledge in planning and conducting lessons.
Syllabus
1. Major learning theories (behaviorism, constructivism, cognitivism, social constructivism) 2. Acquisition vs learning of a foreign language 3. Learning strategies (cognitive, metacognitive, affective, social) 4. Learning styles and their diagnosis 5. Relationship between learning and teaching styles 6. Error correction – typologies and approaches 7. Learner autonomy – conditions and support in teaching 8. Communication in the language classroom – interaction and facilitation 9. Reflection on one's own learning and teaching style
Literature
    recommended literature
  • BERTOCCHINI, Paola and Edvige COSTANZO. Manuel de formation pratique pour le professeur de FLE : cours activetés corrigés. [Paris]: CLE International, 2008, 271 s. ISBN 9782090353792. info
  • CUQ, Jean-Pierre and Isabelle GRUCA. Cours de didactique du franҫais langue étrangère et seconde. 4ᵉ édition. Fontaine: Presses universitaires de Grenoble, 2017, 482 stran. ISBN 9782706126772. info
  • TAGLIANTE, Christine. La classe de langue. Nouvelle édition. Paris: CLE International, 2006, 199 stran. ISBN 9782090330687. info
  • Cyr, P., & Germain, C. (1998). Stratégies d´apprentissage. Paris: CLE International.
Teaching methods
Seminars, discussions, presentations, self-reflection, video analysis, analysis of teaching situations, use of learning style inventories. Emphasis on active student involvement and connection to teaching practice. Students in part-time study must attend at least half of the consultations.
Assessment methods
The final assessment consists of a reflective self-profile in which the student explores the connection between their learning style and teaching style and analyzes their impact on planning and delivering instruction. The project is submitted in print or electronically at the end of the semester. Feedback is provided orally during the final expert discussion.
Language of instruction
French
Study support
https://is.muni.cz/auth/el/ped/jaro2026/FJ3007/index.qwarp
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
Listed among pre-requisites of other courses
Teacher's information
Students can find more detailed information in the study materials of the course.
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Spring 2025.
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