English as a Second Language – Conversation Workshop – Beginner (Online)
Prerequisite:
Students who wish to take the course must be able to affirm:
- I can understand a slow, articulated speech on a familiar, everyday subject. </li
- I can understand phrases and words related to immediate areas such as personal and family information, employment, shopping, etc.
- I can present or describe people, daily activities, living conditions, likes and dislikes.
Overall Goals:
- This workshop is intended for beginner-level students who wish to improve their understanding of the French language, as well as their oral expression. Emphasis will be placed on the construction of a complete and well-conjugated sentence, followed by a few consecutive sentences until the mastery of short dialogues and simple conversations. Pronunciation will also be practiced.
- Role-playing games as well as activities in pairs or small groups will allow students to practice the notions seen in the French as a second language courses for beginners, levels 1 and 2. Oral production will be maximized. Special attention will be given to enriching vocabulary and expressions most useful in everyday life.
- Subjects and themes will be proposed to students. Among the themes proposed: presentation of oneself and others, health, family, shopping, travel, food, vacations and travel, leisure, daily activities, life in Quebec.
Intended Learning Outcomes:
- Express yourself on various subjects
- Talking about different jobs, talking about your skills and qualities
- Understand common instructions
- Asking for help in your workplace
- Orientation in a city
Methodology:
Classes will begin with the enrichment of vocabulary that students will use in the workshop, but also in everyday life. This can be done using glossaries, short videos or written material.
Required Material :
Students may choose to purchase either a digital book or a paper book, not both.
The purchase should only be made after the first class.
- Headphones and an external microphone
- High-speed stable internet connection
- Access to a computer with a minimum of Windows 7 or Mac G5
- Book
- E-Book
Title : NorthStar, 5th ed.-Listening & Speaking 2 / Reader+ w/Resources and MyEnglishLab. Digital Format Copyright: 2019
ISBN : 9780136568759
Price : Approximately $ 50.50
Authors : Laurie Frazier
Hardcover Book
Title : NorthStar, 4th ed. – Listening and Speaking 2 | Book w/ App + Resources Copyright: 2019
ISBN : 9780135232668
Price : Approximately $ 54.00
Author : Laurie Frazier
Both versions of the book are available at : Northstar Listening and Speaking Level 2
Winter 2026
Day Sessions
Jan 24 - Mar 28Sat
Saturday, Jan 24 - Saturday, Mar 28
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 09:00 - 11:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $280.00 |
| Total Hours: | 25 |
| Course Number: | 520033 |
| Registration Start Date: | Monday, Nov 03, 2025 |
| Registration End Date: | Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026 |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration in progress and will end on Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026 |
Spring 2026
Day Sessions
Apr 11 - Jun 20Sat
Saturday, Apr 11 - Saturday, Jun 20
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 09:00 - 11:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $280.00 |
| Total Hours: | 25 |
| Course Number: | 520033 |
| Registration Start Date: | Monday, Dec 15, 2025 |
| Registration End Date: | Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026 |
| Group Schedule Info: | No class May 16 - National Patriots' Weekend |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration in progress and will end on Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026 |
Summer 2026
Day Sessions
Jul 18 - Sep 26Sat
Saturday, Jul 18 - Saturday, Sep 26
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 09:00 - 11:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $280.00 |
| Total Hours: | 25 |
| Course Number: | 520033 |
| Registration Start Date: | Monday, Feb 23, 2026 |
| Registration End Date: | Wednesday, Jul 15, 2026 |
| Group Schedule Info: | No class Sept. 5 - Labour Day Weekend |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration for this section starts on Monday, Feb 23, 2026 |