French as a Second Language Workshop – Introduction (Online)
Prerequisite : None
Overall Goals:
- This course aims to gradually introduce the notions of French to students who have no previous knowledge.
- In addition, it allows the student to communicate in simple and usual situations requiring only a simple and direct exchange of information.
- Among the proposed themes are professions, communication in the classroom, greetings, work, family.
Methodology:
- Phonetics: alphabet, syllables, and pronunciation
- Conversations and role-plays
- Audio comprehension exercises
- Reading of texts
- Role-playing games
- Group work
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.
- Device: PC (Windows 11) or Mac OS 13 (Ventura or newer).
Laptops or desktops are recommended for full functionality.Students may be able to participate using Chromebooks or tablets, but features may be limited.
- Internet Connection: Minimum – 10 Mbps download / 2 Mbps upload.
Recommended – 25 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload.Wired internet connection is preferred for stability.
- Audio & Video: Headphones or earbuds with a microphone.
Webcam (built-in or external) is recommended. - Book
Web Browser: The latest versions of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Safari.
Please see Microsoft’s detailed link for more information: Microsoft Detailed Link
- E-Book
- Step 1 : Purchase the PDF using the link above.
- Step 2 : Send an email to service@editionsmd.com to request your access code to the audio tracks. Please attach your receipt as proof of purchase.
- Step 3 : After receiving your access code, create an account by clicking here: to get access to the audio tracks
Title: Par ici – Méthode de français, Niveau A1 / 1-2
ISBN : 9782891447799
Price : Approximately $29.99
Author : Nancy Desjardins
Paperback Book
Title : Par ici – Méthode de français, Niveau A1 / 1-2
ISBN : 9782891448024
Price : Approximately $34.95
Author : Nancy Desjardins
Both versions are available at : Éditions MD – Niveau A1 / 1-2
Information on how to access the audio tracks:
Fall2026
Evening Sessions
Sep 09 - Oct 06Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Wednesday, Sep 09 - Tuesday, Oct 06
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Tuesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $315.00 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
| Course Number: | 520009 |
| Registration Start Date: | Thursday, Jul 02, 2026 |
| Registration End Date: | Sunday, Sep 06, 2026 |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration for this section starts on Thursday, Jul 02, 2026 |
Sep 16 - Nov 11Mon, Wed
Wednesday, Sep 16 - Wednesday, Nov 11
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $315.00 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
| Course Number: | 520009 |
| Registration Start Date: | Thursday, Jul 02, 2026 |
| Registration End Date: | Sunday, Sep 13, 2026 |
| Group Schedule Info: | No class Oct. 13 - Thanksgiving Day |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration for this section starts on Thursday, Jul 02, 2026 |
Spring 2026
Evening Sessions
Apr 01 - Jun 01Mon, Wed
Wednesday, Apr 01 - Monday, Jun 01
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $315.00 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
| Course Number: | 520009 |
| Registration Start Date: | Sunday, Feb 01, 2026 |
| Registration End Date: | Sunday, Mar 29, 2026 |
| Group Schedule Info: | No class April 6 - Easter Monday & May 18 - National Patriots' Day |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | Richard Strasbourgh |
| Status: | Activity in Progress |
Apr 22 - May 20Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Wednesday, Apr 22 - Wednesday, May 20
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Tuesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $315.00 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
| Course Number: | 520009 |
| Registration Start Date: | Monday, Dec 15, 2025 |
| Registration End Date: | Sunday, Apr 19, 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 Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 |
May 27 - Jun 23Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Wednesday, May 27 - Tuesday, Jun 23
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Tuesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $315.00 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
| Course Number: | 520009 |
| Registration Start Date: | Monday, Dec 15, 2025 |
| Registration End Date: | Sunday, May 24, 2026 |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration in progress and will end on Sunday, May 24, 2026 |
Summer 2026
Evening Sessions
Jun 03 - Aug 03Mon, Wed
Wednesday, Jun 03 - Monday, Aug 03
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $315.00 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
| Course Number: | 520009 |
| Registration Start Date: | Monday, Feb 23, 2026 |
| Registration End Date: | Sunday, May 31, 2026 |
| Group Schedule Info: | No class June 24 - St-Jean Baptiste & July 1 - Canada Day |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration in progress and will end on Sunday, May 31, 2026 |
Aug 05 - Sep 01Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Wednesday, Aug 05 - Tuesday, Sep 01
| Day | Time | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Tuesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
| Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Microsoft Teams - Online |
Additional Information
| Delivery Method: | Online |
| Price: | $315.00 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
| Course Number: | 520009 |
| Registration Start Date: | Monday, Feb 23, 2026 |
| Registration End Date: | Sunday, Aug 02, 2026 |
| Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
| Teacher: | TBA |
| Status: | Registration in progress and will end on Sunday, Aug 02, 2026 |