 Experience the renowned beauty of France
France: French Language and Culture for teachers
3 credits in French Methods and Language
2 week program
July 20-Aug. 1, 2008
$1,425 + tuition + airfare
Dr. Kathryn Murphy-Judy
Registration deadline: March 17, 2008
Program description and application [PDF]
The Office of International Education and the School of World Studies are pleased to offer an intensive pedagogical immersion program for French teachers. The program offers an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in French language, culture and teaching methods in the Institut d’Études Françaises Teachers’ Atelier conjoined with homestay in La Rochelle. La Rochelle is a beautiful port city situated on the Atlantic coast. It was founded in the 10th century and has a rich history visible in both the architecture and the culture of the people. The Institut brings French teachers from the four corners of the globe to its campus for intensive language and teaching practice.
Course and credit options: 3 VCU credits*
FRLG 510 Language Learning and Technology for the Atelier. Some work will begin before the excursion to France via BlackBoard and the Internet. (*One may opt to join the undergraduate trip beginning July 1 to add up to 3 additional credits at either the graduate or undergraduate level. Please contact Dr. Murphy-Judy for more information.)
Course description: Classes last for four hours each day for two weeks. Emphasis is on language teaching for the two week workshop. Additional assignments, including pre-departure online work will be required by Dr. Murphy-Judy.
2008 estimated program budget
Program cost: $1,425 + airfare + applicable VCU tuition (2 week option)
The program fee includes the following:
 Accommodations- Breakfast and dinner during the homestay in La Rochelle
- Accommodations and in-country transportation with group
- On-site VCU faculty support
- Application fee and deposit
- Pre-departure orientation
- VCU administrative fees
- International student identification card
The following are not included in the program fee. Students are responsible for:
- Airfare
- VCU tuition and fees
- Some meals
- Passport application fee
- Personal expenses during the program (estimated at $800)
- Anything not specifically mentioned above
Please budget for these additional expenses.
 Airfare: Airfare is not included. Participants are responsible for their own round-trip travel arrangements from the United States to France. Program participants will make travel arrangements all the way to La Rochelle, arriving July 20. For best fares you should purchase your ticket prior to April 15.
Application deadline: March 17, 2008. Applications will be accepted until the deadline, or until participant space is full.
Activities and excursions: Optional excursions may include a trip to the Île de Ré or other islands nearby. Educational activities may also be organized by the Institut in La Rochelle. The two week program will have at least one group excursion.
Accommodations and meals: Students will be housed with host families who will provide breakfast and dinner daily. Students will be able to buy lunch near campus at a reasonable expense.
 Program director: The program is directed by Dr. Kathryn Murphy-Judy, associate professor of French in the VCU School of World Studies. Dr. Murphy-Judy has taught French for more than 30 years, works collaboratively with K-16 foreign language educators throughout Virginia and has lived extensively in the French-speaking world. This is the third time she has led the program to La Rochelle.
Every effort is made to provide updated and accurate information at the time of publication. The sponsors reserve the right to make necessary changes to the programs and costs.
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