French for beginners from Skype-Language

The course "French for beginners from Skype-Language" is tailored for those who have long dreamed of mastering this exquisite European language. Whether you aim to read, perfect pronunciation and intonation, or acquire basic vocabulary for communication with Francophones, this course is your gateway. From the very first session, you'll grasp essential conversational phrases. The duration of the course ranges from 4-6 months to 8-10 months, depending on the frequency of classes.


Typically, the course begins with a foundational phonetic module, delving into French phonemes, pronunciation rules for letter combinations, syllable division, and exceptions to the rules, all of which are meticulously detailed. Special attention is devoted to the intonational nuances of French and personalised pronunciation guidance. It's worth noting that the introductory phonetic course is essential not only for beginners but also for those who have previously studied French but are restarting after a long hiatus.


The subsequent modules acquaint learners with topics essential for daily life, including:

- introductions and initial communication, obtaining and providing information, filling out forms (Faire connaissance / se presenter, demander et donner des informations, remplir un formulaire),
- shopping, handling money, numbers (Les achats, l`argent, les nombres et les chifres),
- arts, music, cinema, French artistic figures ( L'art et le cinéma : quelques artistes français),
- exploring old French towns, navigating maps, renting accommodation (Découverte touristique d'une ville française, situer un lieu sur un plan, appartement à louer, comparer des logements)
- expressing agreement or disagreement, as well as personal tastes and interests (exprimer son accord et son désaccord, exprimer ses goûts et ses préférences).


To explore these topics, learners can utilise textbooks both in Russian, based on the Russian language, and authentic materials. For instance, Russian-language resources include "French Language — Manuel de Français" (I.N. Popova, J.A. Kazakova, G.M. Kovalchuk) and "Parlons français — Speaking French" (A.I. Ivanchenko). Additionally, there are collections of exercises, games, and tests on basic lexical themes available, such as "Le francais.ru" (E.B. Aleksandrovskaya, N.V. Loseva, L.L. Chitakhova).


French-language resources include "Alter Ego/Alter Ego+," "Taxi/Le Nouveau Taxi," "Totem," "Atelier," "Adosphère," "Adomania," and others. All educational materials used in the course adhere to the standards of international exams such as DELF, TEF, etc.


Each thematic module encompasses listening exercises, oral practice, grammar components (definite and indefinite articles - article défini et indéfini, personal and stressed pronouns - les pronoms personnels et tonique, verb conjugations in the present tense - les trois groupes des verbes au présent de l'indicatif, interrogative sentences - la phrase interrogativ, impersonal constructions - verbes impersonnels), and phonetic components (mandatory, optional, and prohibited liaisons - les liaisons obligatoires, facultatives et interdites, rhythmic groups and intonation - groupe rythmique et intonation, auditory training, and pronunciation practice).


In addition to textbooks, instructors use interactive exercises, materials from the French press, literary works, and songs from French artists of all genres, including the latest releases. The choice of materials is influenced by the learner's goals, age, and interests.


The primary advantages of our course "French for beginners from Skype-Language" lie in the individualised approach to each student, a flexible schedule, consistent and prompt feedback (including through popular messengers such as Telegram and WhatsApp), a diverse array of materials, and the opportunity to study on the convenient new interactive platform. And, of course, it offers the opportunity to acquire knowledge from anywhere without postponing learning for later.

Before starting your course, sign up for a 20-minute trial lesson to meet the teacher and discuss your individual studying plan.