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American Association of Teachers of French NATIONAL BULLETIN VOLUME 30, NO. 4 APRIL 2005 PROFITEZ DE LA BELLE PROVINCE LORS DU CONGRÈS DE L’AATF Come join the AATF as we celebrate our tage of this wonderful opportunity to make Canada. Perusing these articles will be 78th annual convention in Quebec City, July professional contacts. an excellent preparation for your trip to Que- 7-10, 2005. This marks the fifth time we We would like to offer a special thank bec. If you would like more reading, select have met in la belle province and the third you to the sponsors of the convention. The one of the books by Québécois authors that time in Quebec Ministère des Relations will be part of the Book Club or the Authors’ City itself. The internationales provided a Round Table (see highlights on page 8). convention hotel, subsidy for the special May Make your hotel reservation early (see the Hilton, is lo- 2005 issue of the French instructions on page 21). We expect more cated just across Review and are offering six than 650 AATF members to attend the con- the street from scholarships to AATF mem- vention. Sign up for excursions, activities, the historic Par- bers for summer study in and workshops. And don’t forget the AATF liament Building, Québec. The FIAP Jean Welcome Luncheon and Awards Banquet only a stone’s Monnet is sponsoring the (see page 21). throw from the Québec Authors’ Round If you are driving from Montreal to Que- walls of the old Table as well as the Chap- bec City, take the time à l’aller ou au retour city. Those with ter Officers’ meeting and to travel the river road which will allow you south-facing other activities. Prométour to traverse the beautiful small towns and windows have a is sponsoring the badges. capture the many magnificent views of the magnificent view The Université du Québec St. Lawrence River. If you are a nature lover, of the Citadelle à Chicoutimi, as they did in you have only to leave the confines of Que- and the St. 1998, has organized a won- bec City to find yourself in the midst of pris- Lawrence River. derful post-convention ex- tine natural parks. Whether you cross the The theme of cursion to the Saguenay river to the south shore, head downstream the convention is and will host participants at on the north coast, or head inland, the views “Le Français: a reception during their stay are unspoiled and the scenery is magnifi- langue de la in Chicoutimi. Voyages cent. Bring your colleagues, your friends, diversité.” This Tour Étudiant has organized and your family to enjoy an excellent con- theme is reflec- an evening excursion for at- vention in this spectacular locale. tive of the diver- tendees. Jumpstreet sity of our profession, the varied program Tours, as they also did in 1998, is offering offerings, the many aspects of la guided tours of the city. All proceeds from Inside this issue Page Francophonie, as well as the wide-ranging ticket sales will go to a Jumpstreet Schol- President’s Message ...... 3 interests of our members. We would also arship for an AATF member to study in AATF Book Club ...... 4 like to think the artist Paulette Foulem, whose Québec in 2006. They are also organizing Tribute to AATF Sponsors ...... 5 beautiful painting (Métis) serves as our con- a number of other excursions as well. As Make Your Voice Heard ...... 7 vention logo and will be featured on the con- they have for the past several years, the Quebec Authors at Convention ...... 8 vention tee-shirts. (Read about Paulette in Service culturel de l’Ambassade de France Executive Council ...... 9 the January issue of the National Bulletin). is cosponsoring the Exhibit Opening Re- National Commissions ...... 12 In this issue you can consult the prelimi- ception with the AATF. Finally, the University Academic Credit for Convention ...... 13 nary program and read about the wonderful of British Columbia is also offering two World Wise Schools ...... 13 sessions, workshops, activities, and excur- scholarships to their program in Quebec National French Week Contests ...... 14 sions we have planned. Keynote speakers City (see page 56). Interview with Keynote Speakers ...... 15-19 Jean-Benoît Nadeau and Julie Barlow will We are delighted to announce that the National French Week Grants ...... 19 offer us their unique bicultural view of Exhibit Hall is full, with 60 exhibitors. Never Convention Highlights ...... 21 French, Canadian, and American cultures. before has the hall been full so early. Please Salut les jeunes! ...... 23 We received proposals from more then consult the 2005 Exhibitor Page on the AATF Outstanding Senior Award Form ...... 24 250 individuals and have worked to prepare Web site and support those companies Convention Preliminary Program ..... 25-37 a high-quality and very diverse program with which support us. Take time during the con- Post-convention Excursion ...... 38 something for everyone. There will be a vention to visit every booth and learn what Convention Registration Form ...... 39-40 number of special sessions featuring au- these companies have to offer. It seems Mots chassés ...... 45 thors, musicians, Past-Presidents of the that everyone is ready to welcome Ameri- Le Grand Concours Reaches 100,000 . 47 AATF, National Board Certified teachers, and can teachers to Quebec. ISE-Teacher-of-the-Year Award ...... 56 representatives of our Canadian and We would like to call your attention to the UBC Scholarship Offer ...... 56 Québécois sister associations. We hope special May issue of the French Review Materials Center ...... 58 that all attendees will be able to take advan- which will focus on French-speaking Calendar of Events ...... 59 ESSAGE DE LA SECRÉTAIRE GÉNÉRALE M AATF PUBLICATIONS If the Atlanta convention gave me a new tion on Capitol Hill on May 18 in honor of the AVAILABLE perspective on the issues faced by French achievements of foreign language profes- AATF COMMISSION ON FRENCH FOR teachers internationally, my new role as sionals. 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2 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) FROM THE PRESIDENT PUTTING THE AATF ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN QUEBEC ON THE SUMMER AGENDA

and to offer practical support for teachers at sions,” and Rebecca Valette, Albert all levels. This is an important opportunity Valdman, Gladys Lipton, and Jean-Pierre to articulate ideas, needs, and aspirations Piriou have accepted that invitation. within teaching cohorts and across our en- A grande dictée will provide some friendly tire profession. Our future frankly depends competition, du fun, for the participants. on this constant renewal of dialogue and This is being organized by Marie-Simone interaction. Pavlovich, who organizes the annual AATF/ Journalists to Share Research on the Northwestern University grande dictée each French February. Dr. Pavlovich took first place in the The convention will feature two journal- U.S. dictée competition and went to France ists from Montreal, who have published in March 2004 to participate in the televised Sixty Million Frenchmen Can’t be Wrong. finals of les Trophées de la langue The book explains the French from a Cana- française, hosted by Bernard Pivot. She is dian point of view: Anglophone and Franco- collaborating with the Dictée des Amériques As the calendar rolls over to April and phone. Their research offers some insights in Quebec, to present a dictée à trous on May, we all think with anticipation about the that have not always been well noted by Friday afternoon. Winners will be an- summer that is waiting. For some French American writers who have explored this nounced at the AATF Delegate Assembly the teachers, there is the anticipation of vaca- fascinating topic. The authors, Jean-Benoît following day. tions, rest and relaxation, curriculum and Nadeau and Julie Barlow, attended and pre- Other additions to the program include course preparation, summer school, resented at the AATF Congrès mondial in At- a swap shop and a session focusing on search and writing for publication, as well lanta last summer. Jane Goepper, National the guidance and career counselor. Two as various professional workshops and Bulletin editor, conducted an interview of the speakers will each give a session that com- institutes. The one-stop destination that couple for an article that appears in this is- bines both the presentational and the swap combines many of these summer activities sue (see pp. 15-19). shop modalities. Joyce Beckwith, AATF Pro- leads us to Quebec for the AATF Annual motion Commission Chair, will present Three Initiatives to Be Featured Convention, July 7- 10, 2005. What does ideas for the promotion of French and ask Quebec offer to French teachers this sum- The AATF launched three initiatives this attendees to share their ideas and experi- mer? In addition to using French in a French- past year: the AATF Book Club, the Tête-à- ences in promotion French in their schools speaking environment and enjoying street Tête program, and the Advocacy Depot. and communities. Irene Konyndyk, Calvin festivals, visiting historic sites, and collect- These initiatives will be featured on the pro- College (MI), will discuss ways to address ing materials for classes, teachers may take gram as well. Myrna Delson-Karan, who the needs of students with disabilities in along family members to extend the experi- directed the 2005 Book Club which focuses the French classroom, and conferees will ences as part of a family or personal sum- on Quebec literature, has organized a round share their own challenges and experi- mer vacation. Savoring Quebec’s culinary table of Quebec writers in addition to her ences in this area. Jim Malone, Career delights, traveling the streets of the walled own session on the Book Club. Tennes- Counseling and Educational Planning Con- city by carriage, enjoying the Saint Lawrence see Bob Peckham, chair of the Advocacy sultant (NY), has been invited to present a and the Laurentides Mountains, and visit- Depot, and the advocacy team will present session to suggest strategies for French ing museums catering to varied interests, two sessions to demonstrate resources teachers to enhance their advocacy efforts we can linger a bit longer than the AATF that have already been put to use and to with the guidance counseling staff and other Conference in Quebec. explain the template that can be used to administrators. Dr. Malone, a former support French in all of our states. Suzanne Variety of Sessions and Workshops teacher of German and Latin, has spent Hendrickson, chair of the Articulation Com- more than 30 years as a school counselor According to those who are organizing mission, and Diana Regan and Jo Ellen and career/college planning consultant. For various aspects of the convention and pre- Sandburg, chairs of the AATF mentoring the past two years, Jim has been seeing paring sessions and workshops for other program, will discuss the groundwork that French teachers at AATF and other foreign attendees, this AATF convention certainly of- has already been laid to make this initiative language conferences in his role as hus- fers something for every member. Sessions function at a local level. band of Connie Fredericks-Malone whose will include numerous presentations on lit- Music to Entertain work with Nancy Gadbois (MA) on the work erature, especially Quebec literature, cul- of singer Carole Fredericks has been ture, cinema, language, music, promotion, Music will be another focus of the con- widely publicized through our materials cen- advocacy, the work of AATF commissions, ference. The Quebec Ministry of interna- ter. as well as teaching methodology, strate- tional Relations is organizing and sponsor- gies, and techniques. A number of Cana- ing an evening activity for convention-goers, Making the Most of Being in Quebec dian colleagues will participate in our con- and David Graham, Region III Representa- Attendees have a number of objectives ference, providing opportunities to make tive and aficionado of Francophone music in mind when they attend a national AATF professional connections for ourselves and in Canada, is coordinating a round table convention. These include renewing friend- for students. The goal is to stimulate life- introducing several contemporary Quebec ships and establishing new acquaintan- long learning about the Francophone world, musicians. ces, sharing experiences and discovering to encourage research and analysis, to pro- Special attractions include: possible solutions to pedagogical chal- vide tools and ideas for promoting French AATF Past Presidents have been invited lenges. These objectives allow them to re- and for advocating for French programs, to present or organize “Presidential Ses- turn to the academic scene with a bag full

Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 3 of ideas, resources, and reinvigorated en- BOOK CLUB HAS TAKEN FLIGHT–JOIN US FOR THE RIDE thusiasm. Specific opportunities for mem- Spring is here and it’s time to cultivate Review, August 21, 1966, p. 28. bers to network with colleagues in their re- our garden with new intellectual pursuits. Edmund Wilson, Preface to A Season in gions will be provided at the Welcome Lun- AATF chapters in many regions across the the Life of Emmanuel. New York: Farrar, cheon on the first day and at individual re- U.S. have organized successful Book Club Straus and Giroux, (1966) 1980, pp. v-ix. gional sessions led by the Regional Rep- meetings. What a pleasure it has been for Salut Galarneau by Jacques Godbout, resentatives. Exhibit breaks, meals, teachers to read a book and discuss it with is the third book on Myrna’s List. The year and special events offer more opportuni- colleagues who are knowledgeable about following its publication, it won the ties to fill those needs. Attendees should literature! Why not plan a Book Club Governor General’s Award. The multi- check the AATF Web site regularly for up- meeting for your chapter before coming to talented Godbout is a novelist, playwright, dates on the conference. Quebec for the convention? Teachers are poet, and filmmaker. He occupies a All members, whether or not they attend finding joy in the discovery of the great quintessential place in Quebec culture. the convention in Quebec, will appreciate it literature emanating from Quebec. There Some suggestions for your guided reading through presentations at fall chapter meet- will be Book Club discussions led by might be: ings and the special May edition of the experts in Quebec literature at the July • Jacques Godbout has seen his French Review on Francophone Canada. convention. Analyses of these works, as writing as part of French literature, but This edition, thoughtfully prepared by Edi- well as pedagogical approaches to teach- more particularly as American litera- tor Christopher Pinet and his team, and the ing them, will be presented. Everyone is ture in French. What evidence of works selected for the 2005 AATF Book Club welcome to come and share their ideas. American culture is found in this should provide a delightful summer read- Why not come aboard the AATF Book Club work? ing experience for all. and order one of the books today! • How does Godbout’s use of lan- Best wishes for a good summer! In the January issue of the National guage reflect Quebec society of the As you face the challenge of ending the Bulletin, we featured discussion questions time? How does it add to the humor academic year, may thoughts of the sum- on Cet été qui chantait by Gabrielle Roy. and artistry of the novel? What role mer that awaits you sustain your efforts Here are some food-for-thought questions does writing play in this work? and conjure up images of both professional on the other two novels on the list: • Godbout describes the mother in stimulation and self-renewal. Bonnes Une saison dans la vie d’Emmanuel by Salut Galarneau as being “like the big vacances! Marie-Claire Blais was hailed as a actresses who danced with Fred masterpiece both in North America and in Astaire.” Compare the mother in this Western Europe when it first appeared. It work to that of the mothers in other Margot Steinhart received international acclaim by winning Quebec novels. e.g. Bonheur President the Prix Médicis. Discovered by the critic d’occasion or Une saison dans la vie [[email protected]] Edmund Wilson, Blais has become an d’Emmanuel, etc. How does the icon of Quebec literature and is considered portrayal of the feminine condition, to be one of the most important writers of sexuality, reflect the evolution of our era. Here are some suggestions for Quebec society? discussion: • What makes this work distinctively • Probably one of the most innovative Québécois yet universal in its emo- FRENCH REVIEW NOW and unique literary techniques used tions? AVAILABLE ON LINE in this novel is the use of the point of For analyses of this work, see the The AATF is pleased to announce that view of a newborn infant in the following sources: French Review Vols. 1-72 (1927-2000) are opening chapter. Comment on how “Reviews of Hail Galarneau!” Tamarack now available in the J-STOR Archive of this and other techniques used by Review, no. 57, Summer, 1971, pp. 86-87. scholarly journals as part of J-STOR’s Lan- Blais enhance the artistic value of this Jacques Godbout, “Literature Forms guage and Literature Collection. The Col- work. i.e. her use of language, play of Part of the Quebec Scheme,” Ellipse, No.6, lection was developed in conjunction with words, poetry, etc. Winter, 1971, pp. 10-11. the Modern Language Association to reflect • Critics have tended to see in this work Each of these inexpensive books can the worldwide diversity in the field of lan- a microcosm of Quebec society. How be purchased from Exportlivre: e-mail: guage and literature studies. do the basic institutions of family and [[email protected]]; Fax: (450) 671- Eligible participants can search and religion become a source of alien- 2121; Tel: (450) 671-3888. Contact per- browse the full-text of the back run, exclud- ation for the characters. sons: Colette Dupuis and Thomas Deri. ing the most recent 5 years. Readers can • How is the concept of love presented? Just mention when ordering that you are a explore the rich tradition of the journals, in- Describe the ways the characters member of the AATF and you will be cluding past reviews and analysis of the express this emotion. You may start eligible to receive a discount. Prices do not Cannes Film Festival and the Avignon The- with Grand-mère Antoinette, Héloïse, include shipping, which will vary according ater Festival, and twenty-five years of “La Jean-Le Maigre. Could Jean-Le to the number of books ordered and their Vie des mots.” For a list of institutions who Maigre be a portrayal of Blais herself? shipping destinations. participate in J-STOR, please visit [http:// • What role does the use of black We wish you all bonne lecture! Please www.jstor.org/about/participants_na.html]. humor play in this work? Would it have write and let us know news of your Book J-STOR is an independent not-for-profit as much artistic value if this were not Club Meetings. You may also write to me organization with a mission to create a used? for further discussion questions or for an trusted archive of scholarly journals. Infor- For analyses of this work, see the exchange of ideas at: [delsonkaran@ mation regarding J-STOR is available at following sources: yahoo.com]. [www.jstor.org]. Robertson Davies, “A Season in the Life Myrna Delson-Karan of Emmanuel.” New York Times Book Region I Representative 4 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) A TRIBUTE TO OUR AATF PLATINUM AND GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS When the Executive Council voted to cre- taught at all levels and recounts that one of sis, having exciting activities and events, ate sponsorship categories, we hoped that her most memorable AATF experiences was the excitement she felt upon receiving such as Na- many of our nearly 10,000 members would tional French be inspired to contribute to the many worth- notification that an article she had written Week, which while projects the AATF undertakes and to with a colleague had been accepted for publication in the French Review. She says: have been on the long-term health of the association. the cutting The six individuals profiled here are rep- “I have always felt that being a professional edge of the resentative of the profession as a whole meant being a member of an organization which promoted my profession. The en- profession; and run the gamut from K-12 teachers to networking college professors. They have served the couragement, support, and networking with col- AATF as local, regional, and national offic- which AATF has offered has sustained me during my 40+ years of teaching.” leagues a- ers, received AATF awards and scholar- cross the ships, attended conventions and seminars, country....” and, having benefitted personally from the Our most recent sponsor, April network of AATF colleagues, felt compelled Walsh recently retired after more than to give back. When added together, their thirty years working for the AATF. She years of AATF membership total 212! has had the opportunity to observe all Jo Ellen Sandburg retired after a distin- the inner workings of the association. guished April credits former Executive Director career as Frank Nachtmann with urging her to join a second- while still a student worker at AATF head- ary tea- quarters. One of the highlights of her cher, but association with AATF occurred when she still she was Assistant to the Director of the main- study abroad program in Rouen. She met tains her Mel and Cindy Yoken can credit the AATF with introducing them. They met at the 1975 a University of Illinois student to whom, sev- contacts eral years earlier she had assigned a French with AATF convention in New Orleans and this th pen pal through the AATF Bureau. She ac- French year celebrate the 30 anniversary of that meeting and shortly thereafter 30 years of tually got to go with that student to visit the through penpal. April feels that: “Paying member- the AATF. marriage. Mel recalls: “I became a life ship dues is just a small gesture of sup- The 1997 member of AATF in the 1960s, very early in my career. I knew that I would spend the port. You get what you put into it. I have recipient observed first hand all of the generous sup- of the AATF Secondary Excellence in Teach- rest of my life teaching French–I loved it that port volunteered by many giving members. ing Award, Jo Ellen now shares her exper- much then and I still do today!–and wanted to join the most important organization for But I am sure that the AATF and the profes- tise and enthusiasm via the Tête à Tête sion has given us all back tenfold.” mentoring project. The list of AATF activi- French professors.” They have both par- In interviewing these remarkable col- ties Jo Ellen has been involved in is im- ticipated regularly in conventions and seminars, taking advantage of the opportunities leagues, we asked each one what they have pressive, and she particularly cites the con- received by virtue of being a member and tacts she has made through her AATF affili- to connect with colleagues and experience what they would say to young teachers: ation with French government officials who the French-speaking world. He declares: subsequently came to her school to speak “My membership in AATF means a bond of “You are really missing out on some and support her program. She states: “It solidarity and sharing ideas with the great- wonderful support and encouragement has meant having a ready network of pro- est group of people on this planet, French if you are not a member of AATF! AATF fessionals to help me improve what I can teachers.” (for me) stands for Assistance, Activities, offer to my students. AATF provides hun- Gladys Lipton Treasures, and all things French, around dreds of mentors and experts with whom I served as President the globe.” –Gladys Lipton can discuss ideas, problems, our local proof the AATF and will “The friendships and professional gram, aspirations....” always be remem- relationships you will make through AATF Geraldine bered as the instiga- will be invaluable to you and your stu- O’Neill remem- tor of National dents throughout, and even beyond, your bers the words of French Week. Glad- teaching career.”–Jo Ellen Sandburg ys’ name is synony- AATF President “I would tell young teachers that no Jean Carduner, mous with FLES*, and her energy and other investment will bring them such one of her pro- value for their money than membership fessors, which enthusiasm are behind many of the in AATF. They can get advice, help, realia, inspired her to encouragement, ideas, support–every- join the AATF. Still successful elementary-school French programs developed by teachers she has thing a new teacher might need.”–Jeri active in her local O’Neill chapter, Jeri trained in her institute. She believes that served two terms AATF membership “...has meant working If you recognize yourself in these por- as Regional with highly knowledgeable teachers; work- traits, consider joining this exceptional Representative and organized two regional ing with leaders who have inspired me to group by becoming a Sponsor (see page Congrès de la Grosse Pomme. She has work on AATF matters on a continuing ba- 20). If you are a new teacher, we hope that these examples will inspire you. Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 5 SPECIAL NOTICE The AATF does not endorse any commercial products or services. We work with many companies which produce or distribute pedagogical or promotional materials or services. 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6 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) MAKING YOUR VOICE HEARD IS IMPORTANT Promotion. Public relations. Advocacy. der the Federal Regulation to Lobby Act, minded organizations exist to support ex- Language policy. These terms are fre- engaged in advocacy for these language changes and study aboard, the social sci- quently heard at foreign language meet- policies. Together, they represent over sixty ences, the humanities, and international ings, but what do they mean to you? What professional and scholarly associations higher education and there is considerable impact do they have on language programs dealing with language teaching, acquisition, cooperation among the organizations on a in your school? More importantly, how can research, and professional development. wide variety of issues. However, in order to they help us convince decision-makers of JNCL/NCLIS represents all languages from be truly successful, there has to be grass the importance of the study of languages? English to the classics, commonly and less- roots organization at the state and local lev- Education is a state and local issue on commonly taught languages, American els. which the federal government has tradition- Sign Language across all levels from pre- Those of us who have had the opportu- ally had little impact. However, we have all kindergarten to adults. nity to participate actively in JNCL/NCLIS seen the ways in which legislation such as As the elder of the two sister organiza- activities have lost our nonchalance about No Child Left Behind can affect programs, tions, JNCL acts as a coalition of associa- our inability to affect legislators’ decisions. funding, teacher training, and curricular tions seeking agreement on major policy When you have established and developed decisions at the local level. There should concerns that impact languages. For ex- a relationship with a legislative aide respon- no longer be any doubt that federal policies ample, the proficiency and standards move- sible for education policy and have seen can have a direct impact on the language ments were conceived and initiated at JNCL that individual’s knowledge and apprecia- classroom. It is up to each of us to see that meetings. Without professional unity and tion of the issue grow over time or when the impact is a positive one. policy agreement on fundamental issues, you have waited for an appointment in a For the first time in decades, U.S. legis- developed and fostered in a forum such as Senator’s outer office and heard the recep- lators are taking a serious interest in lan- JNCL, it would be impossible to provide tionist fielding calls about an issue or when guages. For some in Congress who have national programs or gain federal support. a Congressman has called his office four long been our champions, it is a question The actual responsibility for turning poli- times because he is late for a meeting with of a quality education to create knowledge- cies into programs, projects, and funding you and finally invites you to meet him on able citizens who can function in an ever- rests with NCLIS. To cite a few examples the steps of the Capitol because he can’t shrinking world. For others, it is a question over the last two decades, NCLIS was a be absent from an important vote long of economic competitiveness. Now, for major actor in the creation of the Centers enough to return to his office, you realize many, it is an issue of national security. for International Business Education and that your individual voice does count. Even Whatever the reasons, the language teach- Research (CIBERs), the Foreign Language when the person you are talking to is hos- ing profession needs to mobilize in order Assistance Program (FLAP), the National tile or, worse yet, totally uninterested, there to ensure that the programs created are Security Education Program (NSEP), and is a job to do finding a rationale that will sound and the money spent benefits stu- the National Foreign Language Resource sway him or her or learning an important dents, teachers, and communities. Centers (NFLRCs). These are federal pro- fact that will allow you to develop a better While current interest in U.S. language grams with long and distinguished records. counter-argument. Teachers represent an capacity may seem sudden and alternately Other federal programs such as the Criti- important and educated constituency, and encouraging or worrisome, the need has cal Languages and Area Studies Consortia they have the ability to influence the opin- been recognized for decades. Over twenty- and the Foreign Language Teaching Initia- ions of colleagues, parents, and future vot- five years ago, a Presidential Commission tive have been short-term with specific agen- ers. If you haven’t yet recognized the impor- on Foreign Languages and International das. On a more subtle level, our work may tance of making your voice heard at the na- Studies (PFLIS), created by President Jimmy only involve efforts to have a sentence or tional level, it becomes even more clear Carter, concluded that lack of knowledge of phrase included in or deleted from a piece when we address issues at the state and other languages and cultures in the U.S. of legislation. It may seem relatively insig- local level where even more crucial deci- was “scandalous.” Among PFLIS’ recom- nificant, but such efforts can, for example, sions affecting your classroom occur. mendations for addressing this situation determine whether language programs Most of JNCL/NCLIS’ member associa- and our nation’s language inadequacies may receive funding under a specific pro- tions now have advocacy committees and was the creation by the language and inter- gram. outreach programs. JNCL/NCLIS does its national education communities of a It is also important to note that the policy utmost to provide the initiative, the exper- “Washington presence.” This entity was to process is an ongoing, incremental en- tise, information, alerts, talking points, ad- propose policies and represent the inter- deavor that actually only just begins when vocacy training and workshops to those ests of international understanding and lan- Congress passes a law or an agency ini- who are advocating for languages in their guage competence to Congress and the tiates a program. Annually, funding for pro- state capital, to their state department of federal government. grams must be passed in the form of ap- education, or to the local school board. Ul- Since 1980, the Joint National Commit- propriations. A program may exist in law, timately, however, it is the members’ actions, tee for Languages (JNCL) and the National but if no funding is appropriated it will in fact visits, letters, calls, and involvement that Council for Languages and International cease to exist. Every few years, programs makes the difference between success Studies (NCLIS) have provided the Wash- have to be reauthorized, and often the more and failure, between thriving, well-funded ington presence that the Commission rec- visible or successful a program is, the more programs in many languages and no pro- ommended. JNCL is a nonprofit education likely it is to be amended or changed by gram. Unfortunately, it is too often the case association concerned with creating, devel- friend and foe alike. that teachers must advocate just to main- oping, and implementing policies that af- The successful policy and advocacy ef- tain the status quo or to prevent a program, fect languages and international studies in forts of JNCL/NCLIS have been the direct even a successful one, from being elimi- the U.S. NCLIS is a not-for-profit profes- result of the unity and cooperation of its nated. We need to redouble our efforts in sional association, officially registered un- member associations. Nationally, like- these areas, as well as to create a fledg-

Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 7 ling language program in a school which DES AUTEURS QUÉBÉCOIS AU CONGRÈS DE L’AATF never before saw the need or to convince a Les membres de l’AATF auront le grand Lectures suggérées: school board to add another language to plaisir d’entendre des auteurs québécois Aude their offerings. Together, JNCL/NCLIS, its renommés lors d’une séance spéciale au member associations, and individual mem- Cet Imperceptible Mouvement, roman, congrès de l’AATF en juillet. Aude, Denise ber teachers have already impacted lan- Montréal : XYZ Éditeurs, 1997. Boucher et Michel Garneau liront des pas- guage programs in the U.S. and can con- L’Enfant migrateur, roman, Montréal : sages de leurs œuvres. Une période de tinue to do so. XYZ Éditeurs, 1998. questions suivra leurs lectures et les In the current political climate since the auteurs signeront leurs livres. Nous vous La Chaise au fond de l’œil, récit, Mon- horrendous terrorist attacks of 9/11, foreign invitons à profiter de cette occasion pour tréal : XYZ Éditeur, 1979 languages and international studies have faire la connaissance de ces écrivains et Denise Boucher received greater attention from the national de leurs œuvres. media and policy makers than ever before. Les Fées ont soif, pièce de théâtre. Aude est romancière The nation may be experiencing what Con- Montréal : Éditions intermède, 1979. et nouvellière. Lauréate du gressman Rush Holt has termed a “Sput- À Cœur de jour, poésie, Trois-Riviè- Prix du Gouverneur géné- nik moment.” In the late 1950s when the res : Écrits des forges, 1996. ral des Arts du Canada, Soviet Union launched the first satellite, elle poursuit un minutieux Les Divines, pièce de théâtre, Montréal : Sputnik, and America was behind in the travail d’écriture dont la Les Herbes rouges, 1996. space race, Congress created the National critique admire la beauté Michel Garneau Defense Education Act (NDEA). NDEA was formelle et saisissante. Le Phénix des neiges, poésie, Mon- a major national effort to advance math, Ses trois premiers écrits tréal : VLB Éditeur, 1992. science, and foreign language education. sont signés du nom de Claudette Charbon- Last year, the 108th Congress considered Mademoiselle Rouge, pièce de théâ- neau-Tissot. Depuis 1983, tous ces livres eighteen bills dealing with our national lan- tre, Outremont : VLB Éditeur, 1989. paraissent sous le nom de plume Aude. guage needs, including two that were 21st- Les Petits Chevals Amoureux, poésie, Ce dépouillement dans le nom est reflété century versions of NDEA. Perhaps the Outremont : Lanctôt. 1999. dans son style qui a évolué vers une écri- 109th Congress will actually pass such leg- ture à la fois dense et simple et par laquelle Cette session, organisé par Myrna islation. Certainly, JNCL/NCLIS will be there elle communique un univers évocateur. Delson-Karan, est présentée grâce à une to help. Denise Boucher subvention de l’Union des Écrivains et For more information, please visit est dramaturge et Écrivaines du Québec et par le FIAP Jean [www.languagepolicy.org]. poète. Dans ses Monnet. Jayne Abrate écrits, elle s’attache à President, JNCL/NCLIS la beauté, à l’indiffé- ESPACE FRANCOPHONE rence ou à la laideur J. David Edwards Le site internet Espace Francophone des êtres et des cho- Executive Director, JNCL/NCLIS [www.espacefrancophone.org] constitue un ses. Elle s’amuse à portail Internet à destination d’un très large jouer avec les mythes public: pas simplement éducatif et les banalités pour les faire se rencontrer francophone mais francophile néophyte. En et se transcender. Elle a fait fureur avec sa Louisiane, au-delà des nombreux pièce, Les Fées ont soif. Ses poèmes ont F eed the imagination as well enseignants en français immersion, été mis en musique par le chanteur célè- as the palates of those you français langue étrangère ou dans le circuit bre, Gerry Boulet. Elle est invitée à lire de are trying to reach. traditionnel, ce sont les communautés ses œuvres aux quatre coins du monde. créoles, cadiennes, indiennes qui sont R emind the public of all the Michel Gar- ciblées. Et au-delà de la Louisiane, ce sont wonderful and useful reasons neau est écrivain, tous les enseignants des États-Unis qui to learn French. metteur en scène sont visés pour ce qui est du contenu ntertain with student or guest et chansonnier. Il E éducatif et toutes les personnes performances or films. anime également intéressées à la Francophonie en général, des émissions N etwork with other French à la louisianaise en particulier. pour des chaînes teachers, French speakers Ce site s’intègre au projet fédéral lancé radiophoniques and Francophiles in the par l’Ambassade de France à Washington du Québec et se community, and the local de création du Centre de Ressources au consacre à l’écriture scénique et poétique. media. French Education Project de Louisiana Il a reçu le Prix du Gouverneur général pour State University à Baton Rouge. C elebrate the French-speaking sa pièce pour enfants, Mademoiselle L’Espace Francophone assure égale- heritage both within the U.S. Rouge. Il exploite une langue québécoise ment la promotion de la médiathèque du and around the world. riche et crue. Dans sa poésie, et particuliè- Bureau Audiovisuel du Consulat Général ighlight for others what your rement dans Le Phénix de neige, imagi- H de France à la Nouvelle-Orléans par le biais students are doing in the naire et réalité quotidienne se mêlent, fa- d’extraits vidéo d’émissions culturelles et class-room to make learning vorisant l’émotion simple. éducatives disponibles par ‘’streaming” et French enjoyable and mean- On peut trouver des renseignements par téléchargement. ingful. biographiques, bibliographiques et criti- Pour tout renseignement, veuillez ques sur ces trois auteurs sur le site Web contacter: [[email protected]. fr]. de l’Île: [www.litterature.org].

8 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) AATF 2005 EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Chapters: Central PA, DE, Lehigh Valley, MD, Margot M. Steinhart, President [2006] Jane Black Goepper, Editor, National NJ, Northeastern PA, Northern VA, Philadel- Dept. of French and Italian Bulletin [2007] phia, Pittsburgh, Susquehanna Valley, VA Northwestern University, Kresge 152 2324 Park Avenue, #34 Danielle Raquidel, Region V (Southeast) Evanston, IL 60208-2204 Cincinnati, OH 45206 Rep. [2006] Ph: 847-467-1448; Fax: 847-491-3877 Fax: 513-861-5572 Fine Arts, Languages & Literatures E-mail: [[email protected]] E-mail: [[email protected]] University of South Carolina Jayne Abrate, Executive Director [2006] Lisa Narug, Director 800 University Way AATF, Mailcode 4510 National French Contest [2007] Spartanburg, SC 29303 Southern Illinois University P.O. Box 3283 Fax: 864-503-5825 Carbondale, IL 62901-4510 St. Charles, IL 61874-3283 E-mail: [[email protected]] Ph: 618- 453-5731; Fax: 618- 453-5733 Fax: 630-208-8189 Chapters: AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN E-mail: [[email protected]] E-mail: [[email protected]] Randa Duvick, Region VI (East Central) Brenda Benzin, Vice-President [2005] Myrna Delson-Karan, Region I (New York Rep. [2007] 824 Delaware Road City) Rep. [2006] 112 Meier Hall Kenmore, NY 14223-1236 Modern Languages and Literatures Valparaiso University E-mail: [[email protected]] Fordham University Valparaiso, IN 46383 Faber Hall, Room 553 Ph: 219-464-5341; Fax: 219-464-6952 Robert “Tennessee Bob” Peckham, Vice- E-mail: [[email protected]] President [2006] Bronx, NY 10458-9993 Fax: 718-817-2655 Chapters: Detroit, IN, Northwest IN, KY, MI, Modern Foreign Languages OH, WV University of Tennessee E-mail: [[email protected]] Ann Sunderland, Region VII (West Martin, TN 38237 Chapters: Metropolitan, Nassau, Suffolk, Central) Rep. [2005] Ph: 731-587-6562; Fax: 731-587-1407 Westchester Truman High School E-mail: [[email protected]] Jean-Pierre Berwald, Region II (New England) Rep. [2005] 3301 South Noland Road Barbara Ransford, Vice-President [2007] 49 Maplewood Drive. Independence, MO 64055 Camden Fairview High School Amherst, MA 01002 E-mail: [[email protected]] 1750 Cash Road E-mail: [[email protected]] Chapters: Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis, Camden, AR 71701 Chapters: CT, Eastern and Western MA, Downstate IL, IA, KS, MN, NE, ND, SD, WI Ph: 870-837-1300; Fax: 870-837-2330 NH, RI, VT Jacqueline Thomas, Region VIII (South- E-mail: [[email protected]] David Graham, Region III New York State) west) Rep. [2007] Christopher Pinet, Editor in Chief, French Rep. [2006] Language and Literature Review [2007] 344 Trim Road Mail Sort Code 162 409 West Morrow Morrisonville, NY 12962 Texas A & M University-Kingsville Bozeman, MT 59715 E-mail: [[email protected]] Kingsville, TX 78363 Fax: 406-587-8490 Chapters: Central NY, Hudson Valley, Pays Ph: 361-593-2579; Fax: 361-593-2116 E-mail: [[email protected]] du Nord, Rochester, Western NY E-mail: [[email protected]] Sharon Shelly, Managing Editor, French Chapters: AR, Central TX, CO-WY, El Paso, Alice Cataldi, Region IV (Mid-Atlantic) Review [2007] Hautes Plaines, Houston, NM, North TX, Rep. [2007] Department of French OK, South TX, UT Foreign Languages and Literatures College of Wooster 326 Smith Hall Suzanne Hendrickson, Region IX 400 East University Street University of Delaware (Pacific) Rep. [2005] Wooster, OH 44691 Newark, DE 19716 Dept. of Languages & Literatures Ph: 330-263-2562; Fax: 330-263-2693 Ph: 302-831-2597; Fax: 302-284-3519 Arizona State University E-mail: [[email protected]] E-mail: [[email protected]] Tempe, AZ 85287-0202 E-mail: [[email protected]] Chapters: AZ, HI, ID, MT, NV, Northern CA, OR, San Diego, Southern CA, WA/BC/AK CALENDRIER PERPÉTUEL On what day... • did the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal open? UPCOMING AATF • was the Statue of Liberty inaugurated? • did Léopold Sédar Senghor die? CONVENTIONS • did Haiti declare its independence? • was Victor Hugo born? Join us as we celebrate the These and many other facts regarding the French-speaking world are listed on French-speaking world in: the Calendrier perpétuel for every day of the year. A complete index of people and • Quebec (July 7-10, 2005) events and a Teacher’s Guide are included. Newly revised and expanded. See page 38 for more information. • Milwaukee (July 5-8, 2006) Answers: 17 juillet 1976; 1er janvier 1804; 20 décembre 2001; 26 février 1802; 28 • Baton Rouge (2007) octobre 1886. • Belgium (2008)

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10 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) REGIONAL REPORTS REGION VII: WEST CENTRAL and AATF Honorary Member, to present a Region VII, one of the largest AATF re- workshop on May 6 and 7, 2005 (see an- a mini-grant to promote a community activ- gions in the U.S., had a banner year with nouncement on page 47). This workshop ity that included a meal, music, and enter- many special activities and programs. Nine will be a regional activity, with teachers from tainment. Bravo! of the eleven chapters in this region reported other chapters in Region VII invited to at- Both fall and spring meetings are com- news. Major activities in all chapters intend. The Wisconsin chapter is gearing up mon around the region, some of which are cluded participation in the Grand Concours to host the annual AATF conference July 5- held in conjunction with state or regional and the Semaine du Français. Several of- 8, 2006, which will be held in Milwaukee. meetings. Topics that were addressed at ficers reported that they were very pleased They are working very hard to promote their such meetings ranged from the political with the results of the Grand Concours this area with its distinct French heritage. In situation in the Congo, to descriptions of year, noting an increase in the number of July 2005 we will all meet in Quebec where stages in which members had participated, students who participated as well as their Ann Sunderland will host a session entitled to developing strategies for la défense du achievement levels. The Semaine du “Region VII Rendez-vous.” All officers and français and reports from national meetings. Français continues to inspire chapters to members of chapters in Region VII are in- Some chapters meet additionally to plan organize special events for their members vited to attend this session of networking future meetings and to set goals for the next as well as for students. All chapters were and sharing. school year. involved in the promotion of French while Ann Sunderland Participation in the Grand Concours ap- offering special occasions to members to Region VII Representative pears healthy. In particular, the Central speak French and expand their knowledge Texas Chapter has something to boast REGION VIII : SOUTHWEST of the French-speaking world. about: they won the award for the largest As the new Regional Representative, I Several chapters have been inspired by percentage increase in the country last year am delighted to report that we have some the Tête à Tête initiative to organize new and continue to grow. Some of the strate- wonderful, vibrant, and committed groups programs for their members. Kansas is gies that may explain this success are that of people teaching French and making the developing a program entitled “Deux plus each student who is the top scorer for each presence of the AATF felt in our area. Con- un” that will link teachers throughout the level/division gets an additional Lauréat du gratulations, in particular, go to the New state. The Iowa chapter organized a work- chapitre certificate, and the student with the Mexico Chapter for being awarded First shop to support new teachers while inspir- highest score for each teacher gets a $5 Place for a Small Chapter in the AATF Out- ing those more experienced. South Dakota Blockbuster gift card. The Contest Admin- standing Chapter Award 2004. chapter members worked together to pro- istrator Jennifer Shaf, goes to in-service Our members have earned their share mote French in the state through the activi- days for different districts, to AATF and state of awards and recognition. Helen Lorenz, ties of National French Week. The Chicago/ foreign language meetings and gives what outgoing Regional Representative, has re- Northern Illinois chapter continued their tra- she calls “the dog and pony show,” spread- cently been named a Chevalier dans l’ordre ditional National French Week activities with ing the word about the Grand Concours and des Palmes académiques. Joyce Lentz, their annual Wine-Tasting Dinner. A plethora answering teachers’ questions. Jennifer Secretary/Treasurer of the New Mexico of outstanding activities marked that week believes that having a proctor/administra- Chapter, received both the 2004 SWCOLT for AATF members of the Chicago area. tor in individual schools is another way to Excellence in Teaching—Secondary Award Many chapters hold their annual meet- increase enrollment significantly, provided and the 2004 SWCOLT New Mexico For- ing in conjunction with the state foreign lan- the appropriate security measures are eign Language Teacher of the Year Award. guage conference. The Wisconsin chapter taken. David Arcangeli (New Mexico) was the re- used this opportunity to honor several out- AATF resources played a role in the suc- cipient of one of the AATF 2004 Summer standing educators, including Ann Line who cess of many events throughout the south- Scholarships to Belgium, and Lorraine was honored as Distinguished French west region. Some chapter presidents dis- Leftwich (also of New Mexico) received a Educator of Wisconsin (2004). The Minne- tribute materials to members ahead of Na- French Embassy Summer 2004 Scholar- sota chapter seized the opportunity to enjoy tional French Week, while others show the ship to Paris. Mary Ricciardi, President of a French dinner where they also honored video “Open Your World with French” when the South Texas Chapter, was selected to several outstanding members. The South nonmembers are present in the audience. participate in a month-long seminar in Lyon, Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Kansas chap- Three chapters reported having received which was sponsored by the National En- ters also used the state conference in or- mini-grants to fund projects, which included dowment for the Humanities. Chapeau! der to bring members together for both busi- an immersion experience for French teach- At the beginning of National French th th ness and pleasure. ers and a summer camp for 4 and 5 grad- Week, the North Texas Chapter teamed The Downstate Illinois chapter was in- ers. with the French-American Chamber of Com- spired by local French history to organize a Not all chapters have appointed repre- merce in Dallas to cosponsor the French full day of visits to historic sites and festi- sentatives from the chapter to the national Business Symposium, an opportunity for vals for chapter members and other inter- initiatives on mentoring and advocacy, but students to meet French executives. They ested French teachers. Kansas City area North Texas has nominated Helen Lorenz also facilitated an essay contest for which members enjoyed learning about Senegal, to the mentoring position and Liz Tyler is scholarships totaling $6500 were given out. while Martinique and Haiti were the subject their new advocacy representative. At least While not all chapters organized chapter- of a workshop sponsored by the Minnesota two chapters are participating in the Book wide events for National French Week, there chapter. Club set up by Myrna Delson-Karan, and were celebrations across the region at in- Looking towards the future, the Chicago/ the Utah Chapter has scheduled a day to dividual schools and universities. For ex- Northern Illinois chapter has invited Jean- discuss the first book on the list. ample, one university organized a program Noël Rey, former Attaché culturel in Chicago Some chapters organize special events. of French folk dance, and a school received

Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 11 At the Rio Grande Valley French Competi- tion (South Texas) events included a stu- AATF NATIONAL COMMISSIONS dent art contest, recitation, skits, situational interaction, sight reading, French cuisine, Commission on Articulation ma.us] pétanque, a concours culturel, vocal music Suzanne Hendrickson, Chair Commission on High Schools Dept. of Languages & Literatures and dance. Students from ten different high Brenda Benzin, Chair schools participated. Likewise, North Texas Arizona State University 824 Delaware Road hosted a Fête française, which brought 600 Tempe, AZ 85287-0202 Kenmore, NY 14223-1236 students from 20 different high schools to E-mail: [[email protected]] E-mail: [[email protected]] compete in an all-day academic and cul- Commission on Community Colleges Commission on Middle Schools tural event. Colorado-Wyoming enjoys a Denise McCracken, Chair Janel Lafond-Paquin, Chair nice relationship with the Alliance française St. Charles County Community College Rogers High School in Denver; they jointly hosted two workshops 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive 15 Wickham Road (on grammar, Francophonie and music), St. Peters, MO 63376 Newport, RI 02840 and they regularly take students to concerts E-mail: [[email protected]] E-mail: [[email protected]] and other cultural events sponsored by the Commission on Cultural Competence Commission on Student Standards Alliance. Marie-Christine Koop, Chair Nancy J. Gadbois, Co-Chair Each chapter faces its unique chal- Dept. of Foreign Languages 86 East Street lenges (from new state regulations that pre- University of North Texas Southampton, MA 01073 P.O. Box 311127 vent candy and bake sales as fund-raisers E-mail: [[email protected]] Denton, TX 76203-1127 Bonnie Adair-Hauck, Co-Chair to dropping enrollments and teachers E-mail: [[email protected]] teaching too many levels). But some chap- 2497 Shadowbrook Drive ters report new French programs emerg- FLES* Commission Wexford, PA 15090 Gladys Lipton, Chair ing as others struggle to continue. Some E-mail: [email protected] National FLES* Institute chapter presidents articulate dreams for the Commission on Professional Teacher Stan- P.O. Box 2632 future: a French theater workshop for high dards Kensington, MD 20852 school teachers; an immersion evening for Susan Colville-Hall, Chair Fax: 301-493-5232 French teachers; an excellence in teaching University of Akron E-mail: [flestarlipton@grosvenorpark. Akron, OH 44325-4205 award at the chapter level; a petition signed net] E-mail: [[email protected]] by French teachers and Francophile mem- Commission on French for Business and bers of the community to be delivered to a Commission on Universities International Trade state governor who is discouraging the Patricia Cummins, Chair Eileen Angelini, Chair School of World Studies study of French. Philadelphia University Virginia Commonwealth University While some chapters have newsletters, 4201 Henry Avenue P.O. Box 842021 a couple have established or are in the pro- Philadelphia, PA 19144-5497 Richmond, VA 23284-2021 cess of establishing Web sites. The North E-mail: [[email protected]] E-mail: [[email protected]] Texas Chapter lists upcoming events and Commission for the Promotion of French information about the Fête française at Joyce Beckwith, Co-Chair [www.forl.unt.edu/aatf], and the Central Wilmington High School NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK Texas Chapter’s Web site can be accessed Wilmington, MA 01887 NOV. 2-8, 2005 through the AATF Web site [www. E-mail: [[email protected]. frenchteachers.org] by clicking on the Chap- ter Officers link. Jacqueline Thomas The AATF and the National FLES* Commission Region VIII Representative

SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS ON THE WEB present a new video The Société honoraire de français now has information up on the Web site at “Forward with FLES*” [www.frenchteachers.org]. Click on Na- The video addresses some important issues: tional Headquarters, and you will see the 1. Why FLES*? 2. FLES* Outcomes link to information about starting a chapter, 3. French Connectons 4. FLES* and the Future including the form, a sample constitution, This 11-minute video was filmed in Dallas, New Orleans, Baltimore, and suggestions for initiation ceremonies and Rutherford, NJ. Project Coordinators: Dr. Gladys Lipton and Dr. Lena Lucietto the form to report new student initiates and Many people were interviewed, and the speakers on the video represent views information on ordering supplies. from different walks of educational life: superintendent, mayor, headmistress, PTA We hope this will facilitate your commu- president and member, parents, state foreign language specialists, National FLES* nication with Executive Secretary Todd Knox Institute director, principals, foreign language chairs and coordinators, AATF who can be reached at H. Todd Knox, Ex- Regional Representatives, French teachers, Spanish teachers, students.... ecutive Secretary SHF, 500 Monteigne Drive, Funding for the video was part of a grant received by the AATF from the U.S. Lafayette, LA 70506-6308; e-mail: [htknox@ Department of Education Title VI. juno.com]. If you do not currently have a For more information, consult the Materials Center listings on page 58 chapter of the Société Honoraire at your FLES* includes Sequential FLES, Sequential FLEX, Exploratory, Immersion school, start one this year! 12 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) PEACE CORPS RETURNEES BROADEN FRENCH STUDENTS’ HORIZONS During the first week gave a presentation in continent.” of March, Peace Corps French, in which he de- Finally, these speakers were invited as returnees shared a dia- scribed the similarities and a part of 2005 Year of Languages. The logue with Barbie differences between the theme for February was “International En- Brown’s French class- various towns throughout gagement.” Mrs. Brown’s students are es at Knightdale High the country. He played members of a World Wise Classroom,* in School about French samples of traditional mu- which they correspond regularly with a cur- culture and diversity sic while showing pictures rent Peace Corps volunteer through e-mail throughout Western Af- of the local handmade in- about his experiences and the culture of rica. struments used to create Mali. These speakers brought new life and Lisa Bender taught the sounds. Students dis- meaning to this exchange and have in- the students about the covered that many countries creased student interest in the cultural traits country of Cameroon. contain a large variety of and life-styles of Western Africa. Students learned about ethnic groups just like in the Barbie Brown the role of the Peace U.S. and that they each have Knightdale High School (NC) Corps in the U.S. gov- their own ernment and how this culture, life- organization spreads styles and the message of world- traditions. wide peace by aiding Barbie and assisting other Brown countries. Ms. Bender emphasized the stated that she invited these importance of being able to converse in speakers into her classroom French during her work abroad. She also to “illustrate the fact that enlightened students about the diversity of French is spoken beyond the French-speaking world by sharing cul- the borders of France and to tural traits and life-styles in Cameroon. Dur- instill a respect for diversity.” ing her presentation, she shared pictures She wanted students to hear and samples of traditional clothing, musi- and see for themselves the cal instruments, common children’s sto- importance of French in ries, food and other current products, prac- other countries and cultures. tices and perspectives of the country. She stated that, “Our textbooks tend to ne- Marc Jeuland shared his experiences glect French-speaking Africa and these *For more information on the World Wise from his three-year assignment to Mali. speakers deepened their appreciation for Schools Program, visit the Peace Corps Dressed in traditional ceremonial attire, he the richness of the cultures found within this Web site at [www.peacecorps.gov].

ACADEMIC CREDIT FOR ATTENDING THE 2005 CONVENTION IN QUEBEC CITY

The AATF is pleased to be able to offer 2005 Quebec City Conven- ♦ FLES* tion participants one-hour of graduate credit through the M.A.T. In- ♦ French and Francophone Cultures Service Program at Webster University in St. Louis. The cost for one ♦ Literature hour of graduate credit is $110. (This fee covers only the cost of ♦ Language Learning credit; participants must still register for the convention.) Below is ♦ Teaching Techniques the preliminary syllabus. Participants must pre-register so that ♦ Language Policy and Promotion paperwork can be completed and staff can get an idea of the num- After the convention: ber of people interested. • Each participant will present a written summary of the PRELIMINARY SYLLABUS conference which includes the following: College Graduate Credit (one credit hour) 1) A summary and critique of each session; • Participants should plan to register for and attend the entire 2) A simulated letter to the editor of your local news- conference beginning Thursday, July 7 and concluding on paper describing how this conference will impact Sunday, July 10, 2005. your future work; • Participants must log a minimum of 15 hours of attendance 3) An analysis outlining how you plan to implement at sessions. the knowledge you gained at the convention in your During the convention: teaching. • Participants will attend the opening plenary session on • Submit all written work by September 15, 2005. Thursday, July 10. If you are interested in receiving one hour of graduate credit, • Participants may select from one of the following strands and please register using the registration form on pages 39-40. You attend related sessions scheduled throughout the conven- will receive official registration materials from Webster Univer- tion or they may create their own theme-based plan. sity. The intstructor of record for this course will be Brian Kennelly of Webster University [[email protected]].

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14 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) INTERVIEW WITH JULIE BARLOW AND JEAN-BENOÎT NADEAU AT THE CONGRÈS MONDIAL IN ATLANTA Julie Barlow and Jean-Benoît Nadeau profound factors. important. Raymonde Carrol—Cultural Mis- were presenters at the 2004 Congrès understandings—she has very good ethnol- mondial in Atlanta. Knowing that they would Julie: It’s not a guide on how to live in France… ogy and cultural understanding, but she be the keynote speakers at the upcoming doesn’t go further in the ethnology part. And congrès in Quebec City in July 2005, I inter- Jean: Non. Polly Platt. She is very much about the so- viewed them so that you, the readers, could Julie: We do start by trying to explain, us- ciology and the anthropology of the people. get to know them a little better before meeting anecdotes and historical analyses of It is not a sketch; it is about what is proper ing them in Quebec. I had intended to use some of the things that puzzle Americans and what is not. There is a lot in that book, initials to indicate the speakers, but it seems when they go to France. Like why do the but it does not go into the political sphere. we are all J.B. or J.-B.N. or J.B.G. How con- French seem so rude? Why do the French fusing! Julie: She doesn’t really explain why the seem so tight? How the bureaucracy works. French are the way they are. Jane: I think that our readers would like to know, particularly to begin with, about your Jean: So, as I said before, we take the ap- books, Sixty Million Frenchmen Can’t Be proach of de Tocqueville but we reversed it. Wrong and also… A good inspiration, a good book, one we forgot to mention, is Seductive Journey by Jean: Les Français aussi ont un Accent… Harvey Levenstein about American tourism Julie: Sixty Million Frenchmen is an analy- in France from Benjamin Franklin to the sis of the French mind-set and the struc- depression. A very thorough book. It did not tures of the country and also discusses how get as much attention as it deserved, I think. the country is changing. Talk about your His book is a very narrow narrative of one book first and then come back to this one. phenomenon but very imaginative in its Jean: Les Français aussi ont un Accent was approach. Some people find our book very written before. In fact, it is the book in- humorous. We did not think that it was between. It is the first attempt to digest the meant to be funny. information. It is a humorous travelogue on Julie: Some people tell us it is hilarious, France, on my two years in France… It’s but we didn’t mean it to be. Phil Dryson-ish but a little more wacko— Jean: I suppose it is the register that we yes, I would say so. play between, mixing anecdotal observa- Julie: I would say so. tions, historical background, and informa- Jean: And I play a lot in that book—it’s in tion. There is this book I remember from French—I play a lot with the humor between when I was a university student. It was called Quebec and France. It would be difficult to A Rat’s Life in History, but I don’t remember translate because the writing is between the author. I remember reading it because the France register and the Quebec regis- it was a recommended reading. I was ab- ter—so it is part of the humor of the book. solutely amazed at the possibility of nonfic- tion. The guy wrote the book on typhus and, Each chapter starts in a very old kind of way The role of the central government in the in which the author is doing this and trying anyway, he was mixing very well anecdotal state. How the whole system works to- and narrative. that, and it is very unconventional. Nobody gether. uses that any more. I don’t know why people Jane: So this is the way you came about don’t do it. Jean: The reason why the book works, the this style that you have? Sixty Million is a serious analysis, it is reason that the public buys it, is the fact that we don’t judge the French. We start from Julie: We’re both magazine journalists so the anthropology of the French. One of our the style was influenced by magazine style. models was de Tocqueville whom we stud- our reactions—why do we get angry when there is a subway strike, and why don’t the One of the skills you develop as a maga- ied at the university.... But it is not the same zine journalist is how to make people inter- thing. You can’t write a book on democracy French get angry when there is a subway strike? Why do we have to say “bonjour” ested in a topic. I think that’s the narrative in France. When we start—he starts from of the book, and if it doesn’t follow chrono- the structure of society and talks about the when we go in the store, and why do we get angry when the grocery store is closed at logical order, it’s the narrative that drives mentality. We go the other way—we talk the plot. That was the basis of the style but about the mentality of a very old people and lunch time and things like that? And there are reasons that explain the structures or we were influenced by other popular non- some of the features of their attracting to fiction writing. us, trusting to us. Then we talk about the the mentality of the French. structure of the society and explain why Jane: I think that basically what you are say- Jean: Although it’s not the history of France things are the way they are and how the ing about how your book differs from Polly in a chronological sense.… system reinforces some of these features Platt’s or some of the others is that, pre- Julie: Not at all. and corrects others. cisely, you don’t tell people how to live in Jean: We could have also titled it “The The third part is about change and how France. Anatomy of the French,” a dissection of the French society is submitted to important Jean: Yes. French because we’re essentially taking changes—globalization being the smallest Jane: Are there other differences? them apart. And something we write in the of them compared to immigration, democ- book—and I think that it is important—we ratization, and Europe. These are the real, Jean: We have two inspirations that are Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 15 actually look at how the gears work, the was necessary for selling the book, nowa- mode of expression that nobody adopted. gears and the pulleys and see how things days. That is how it goes. You need a book They were the only ones—the nouveau ro- articulate. proposal which is quite an elaborate docu- man. You could see that in films and now Julie: We were convinced that what every- ment. Then for writing each chapter, we they are swinging back into a mode of cin- body criticizes the French for, that everything agreed on the plan together. Sometimes ematic expression—there is a lot more nar- really does work together—the country re- we skipped that stage, and it produced rative, telling stories—and suddenly their ally does function well on the whole. And of more problems than avoided them. After films are beginning to export more. It is not course, I traveled a lot in Africa, in North Af- that one of us would write the first draft, by chance. rica, and in Italy while we lived in France. would read it to the other, would get shot in Jane: Picking up on an idea in your book, And France really does work; it is not on the flames. Second draft, shot in flames. Then l’ÉNA.* Do you see a similarity between edge of disaster as the American press generally it would be far enough for the other the Foundation that sponsored you and makes it out to be. We started with that one to take it, edit, shot in flames. Edit. Then l’ÉNA? agenda to show how it works. It is still up to if we had had a good discussion on the plan, four readings were sufficient. If we did Jean: I would say that they are opposites, the reader to decide whether it is working wouldn’t you say so, Julie? well or not, but that was our approach. not discuss the plan, sometimes it took more than four. There are one or two that Julie: Yes, I would say that. Jane: Two questions: first, how did you hap- went up to eight! So that is how it was writ- Jean: The foundation is pure pen to set about writing the book? And what ten. It took about five months. was the process you went through in writ- communitarianism. It’s a protestant—struc- ing it? Julie: It was a very intense five months. turally protestant—it’s a guy who does some things for the common good. And in Jean: Well, we can talk about Peter Mar- Jean: Most of the research was already done. France such foundations are almost forbid- tin—the Institute of Current World Affairs of den. They are state-controlled. Hanover, NH—the Institute that first sent me Julie: We went into our apartment in Toronto to study the French. The Institute was and locked the door and wrote the book. It Julie: The other big difference is that—I founded in 1925 by Charles Crane, the son was very intense. don’t mean to criticize the fellows, but they are not really chosen on their merit—aca- of “urinal Crane.” He was a journalist, a pro- Jean: Did that answer the questions? fessor who somehow—a diplomat, an ob- demic merit in terms of testing at all. They’re server at the Versailles treaty—in 1925 cre- Jane: I think so. The next question I have chosen because the director makes these ated this foundation to better inform the really has to do with the presentation you quite personal selections at the beginning American people and form a generation of made here in Atlanta. You were talking about and then the Board votes on the candidates. young men in those years for a better un- “l’éloquence.” I was wondering, you were They are chosen for reasons that we don’t derstanding and management of foreign talking about the fact that the French are so exactly understand. affairs. They send over 150 people to vari- concerned about how ideas are expressed. Jean: They’re chosen for promise. This is ous countries. I was selected to study the Do you find a difference in the concept of a very odd concept. “l’éloquence,” or if not the concept, the out- French—why the French resist globaliza- Julie: Yes, for promise. But sometimes this tion which was a bad call because they don’t come in different generations—the 60s, the 40s, the 20s? Do you see a conflict or a means the fellows are coming from a very resist globalization. It was my choice of long way. And sometimes it means they are topic. One of the few obligations we have difference? Their idea of “l’éloquence”— maybe it is not even a conscious difference. very advanced. It is different every time. Of as fellows—it is a two-year fellowship—is course, l’ÉNA is not like that at all. It is a to write newsletters every month. Letters to Julie: First of all, if you look at the French as matter of exams. the director or newsletters with pictures, a whole, all generations mixed up, there is over a wide area of topics from the Minitel to definitely a strong element in the culture, Jane: I guess where I thought there was a their concepts of the Republic, the geogra- and it has not been lost on younger gen- similarity might be the fact that it is produc- phy, anti-Semitism during World War II, col- erations by any means. But I think it is changing an elite corps eventually but starting laboration, etc. Julie wrote as well, some- ing. from different principles. thing about cultural differences. Jean: I think that the French, because of Julie: Yes, people criticize the French for a Julie: Yes, I was working as a journalist their culture of “éloquence,” tend to raise very clear and defined elite, which they em- when I was in France. I did some newslet- everything into a “school” very quickly. There brace very openly. It is one of the things the ters for the Foundation on cultural differ- was the nouveau roman which they never French embrace which the Americans do ences between Quebec and France and exploited, but they got stuck in it because it not. When we were there we heard a lot of Canadians in France. And I was a corre- was a “school.” I think they did liberate criticism coming from Americans about the spondent in France writing on globalization. themselves from a couple of old ideas, the elite system, but in fact, the Ivy League I wrote on World Trade Organization and chanson, etc. Rap is coming in and Que- schools in the U.S. work the same way— the French farmer. At the end of the first year bec singers who sing like American sing- they produce an elite, and they largely pro- we began to feel that we had material and ers but in French. I think they still have the duce the elite from an elite that already ex- original insights on France so we decided “éloquence” to express ideas but the forms ists. It is possible for people who come from to put our heads together and our hands have changed. The canons are changing other socioeconomic backgrounds to end together and write a book. We were en- and will change again. And something will up in an Ivy League school, but the fact is couraged by the Foundation. get stuck in a cul-de-sac, in a dead-end as that most of them come from well-off families of the elite. It is quite similar in France, Jean: The director told us that we may have in the nouveau roman. In my opinion, one of the main reasons why French literature even though the ÉNA is a meritocracy. The something there. And it was written with four ÉNA and all the grandes écoles, you get into hands. It was not “Julie wrote this chapter and cinema had trouble exporting itself starting in the mid-sixties until the end of them by exams. It is possible for anyone to and I wrote that chapter.” Not at all. We get into them by performing well on the ex- agreed on the general plan of the book that the 80s—had trouble exporting their pro- ductions—because they got stuck in the ams. But of course, those who come from 16 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) poorer neighborhoods with not as good realize that was not where I wanted to be. than writing? schools tend to perform less well and don’t Jean: I was born. I began by being born, Julie: Good question. end up in the system. yes. My parents are two old crock French Jean: I enjoy—in terms of personal life—I Jean: One thing we realized in studying the Canadians. I was born in Sherbrooke, east do some sports like—my favorite is hiking. French and naturally comparing them with of Montreal, old Victorian town of loyalists. When I was in France that’s how I met a lot where we come from was a constant exer- My parents are on Victoria Street between of French people—simply through my hik- cise—is that all societies have the same Wellington and King. No, sorry, between ing club. Skiing and skating, and camping, features. They all have a consistency. All Portland and Dominion, up King and Queen although I haven’t done much camping modern developing democracies have a and there’s Wellington up there. You know, lately. Skiing—skiing is the winter sport with strong free-market economy, a strong we’re completely not French in its makeup. skating. In summer it’s cycling and hiking. democratic system, a strong law, a strong Population is French, Francophone com- elite, good education, a powerful culture, a pletely, almost completely. I studied and was Julie: I like to cook and we like to have foreign policy. But sometimes they will fo- a good student who studied and finished friends a lot. We cook a lot and we have cus on one feature and not another. The my CÉGEP. And then I had trouble. I went dinners a lot. That’s basically our social French will tend to aggrandize the role of into Civil Engineering. I was doing fine in activity. We do sports a lot. I swim so I’m the state or their culture and diminish their Civil Engineering, but there was no chance always in the pool. Jean calls me a polar economic output and not even declare pub- I would be a good civil engineer and a good bear. Not a very flattering image, but polar licly that they use economists. You never writer. So I went into Playwrights—the na- bears are really good swimmers. And we see in Libération the president of a French tional theater school in Montreal, then I was do roller-blading together. We have a favor- company being interviewed for anything but kicked out and had a year and a half of drift- ite place that we like to go out to every day if business. While in North America they have ing until I began to do journalism. I was told possible when we are in Montreal which is their opinion for everything. Here they have by an editor-in chief not to do journalism, the mountain, the Mont Royal, in the middle a huge state in the U.S., but it is an under- so I went into Political Science at McGill of Montreal. It is a lieu de pélérinage, very stated feature. Their strongly stated feature because I was told to do it in English in much the place we go to relax when we are is private interests of all types including order to develop my proficiency. I was a in Montreal. lesser, smaller, communities. That’s an mediocre student, average, mediocre in the Jane: But you actually live in Toronto? important feature here to the detriment of sense of very, very average, doing fine in Julie: No, we live in Montreal, we are back pretending that the state is not as big as it political science and in the history classes in Montreal. Toronto lasted for a year. In re- is. The French need an elite, they need to that I liked, doing very badly in things that I ality it lasted six months—when we real- affirm it, it is vital for them to see it. The U.S. did not like, because I was doing free-lanc- ized we had nothing to do in Toronto. And I has an elite, but you have a President who ing throughout my studies. I was publish- wasn’t pleased. I went back to Toronto a belongs to it and actually gets elected by ing in magazines throughout my thirties— little bit to go back to my own roots but real- pretending he is not from that elite. And which was odd because some of my pro- ized that after 15 years living in Quebec and people want to believe that—they want to fessors knew that. And so I was a student, living in France, they weren’t my roots at all. believe that there is no elite whereas there and I was publishing in magazines at such And that I didn’t get it at all and I found the is one. a level that they looked at me with starry society there—there are very nice aspects In France people tend to believe there is eyes. And I barely finished my Bachelor of to English Canada—but it wasn’t home for a strong elite when sometimes there is Arts. I finished in 1990, and in ‘90-92 I be- me anymore. So we came back to Montreal none. They will try to make one. All societ- gan writing in English as a journalist—that which is, I think where we will stay even ies have the same features except that was a progression. That took a while to get though we’re hoping to be able to split our people like to show one and not the other, started but it was the thing that allowed me lives a bit between France and Canada and that’s where it starts getting interesting. to do the fellowship. eventually between Latin America and Jane: I want to ask a couple of questions Julie: I started learning French when I met Canada which is our long ambition. In fact, that the French would never ask, about you Jean at university and then my Master’s that is where we wanted to go but we ended personally, your background, where you degree. After that I learned French fairly well, up in France. We wanted to go to Mexico! come from, your interests, how you met, how I began journalism and began writing in Jean: We really would like to stay six months you came to work together. French as well in 1995. So there were those in Mexico at one point, and hopefully one Julie: I come from a small town called five years when we were both writing in both writing contract will allow me to do that. It’s Ancaster close to a larger town called languages for magazines and switching a country that I have always found fascinat- Hamilton which is a suburb of Toronto in back and forth, which is the origin of the ing. I discovered Mexico—I traveled there reality, now. And there wasn’t a trace of method we used to write the book—adding on a spelunking expedition. So I have a good French where I grew up. There were some ideas, correcting each other’s language knowledge of Mexico City and the country- people with French names. I went to study mistakes and things like that. side. My Spanish is good, quite good. But at McGill University in Montreal when I was Jean: We’re accustomed to bounce things there are so many countries to see. 19, and that’s where I met Jean—big class, off each other. Julie: We both, by the way, love traveling, first day—our first year. And we studied to- Julie: We find it easier to write a book to- but we have different tastes in traveling. Now gether in political science which was in fact gether than to renovate a house together! we’re starting more to travel together. Jean a program in the History of Ideas. Jean stud- It’s more natural for us somehow. has a fascination with German and Protes- ied in history. I did a Master’s degree in lit- tant cultures. erature after that and then became a jour- Jane: I think that can happen because it’s nalist. I had been writing since I was 17, a mode you’re accustomed to working.. Jean: Yes, but I know very well Mexico and and I published my first article when I was Julie: We’re both happy—but we renovated very Catholic cultures. 17 or 18. I decided to go back to journalism the house anyway. Julie: That is true. I have tended to like North after I had been at university long enough to Jane: Do you have other interests—other Africa and Italy. Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 17 Jean: She’s more exotic. Jean: Yes, our idea, there is going to be for English language publications just Julie: I’m more exotic. But now we’re doing some linguistics in it, but it really is the geo- melted, so I had nobody buying articles. And both together. I’ve learned a little bit of Ara- politics of the language and, in our theory, a I was faced with a real dilemma in my ca- bic and Tunisian. language does not spread because it’s reer. I sat in a chair in our apartment and beautiful. No, it’s because of vectors. Some thought “What do I do?” Either I move to Jean: I tend more to stay at one place and people fear a language, a dialect with an Toronto where I could become a regular return there often rather than being the but- army and a navy. Indeed, it is not just mili- Toronto writer, perhaps do a bit eventually terfly going everywhere. We have recently tary conquests or colonialism—language on Quebec, or, I decided to think outside discovered a very neat way of traveling which is what is left after all is gone. Cars carry the box a little bit and I thought, “Why don’t I is by launching books in foreign markets languages. The proof of that is in Quebec, just start to write in French?” At the time I and being invited. Our trip to the Nether- the mechanic uses a lot of anglicisms, be- didn’t speak really very good French—my lands was absolutely fascinating, because cause there are a lot of American cars and French has improved a lot with my writing we were in contact with Dutch people and nobody bothered to translate the books. in French—and my French writing has im- we got a good understanding of the culture Whereas a mechanic in France never uses proved a lot since I began. My efforts at the in very few days there just because we were an anglicism—it’s very—there French terms beginning were pretty sketchy. But it has with Dutch people and talking about the situ- in American cars took, if we really want to been a very interesting learning experience ations and exchanging ideas. be picky about those things. So, we never to switch from an English-Canadian per- Julie: For our next book we are going to complain—languages exchange words. spective to a French-Canadian perspective. travel in at least six or seven more coun- This is not the issue. But language has I had a friend when I was writing in English tries so we are going to do a lot of traveling become a kind of a country. Camus “Ma who accused me of being an English-Ca- in North Africa, in sub-Saharan Africa, Middle patrie, c’est la langue francaise.” In fact, it nadian propagandist, because I was always East, Europe. was quite a good prediction of things to writing from the angle of the English read- Jean: Sixty Million Frenchmen is being come. Indeed with globalization and the ership that expected a certain story about translated into Chinese right now. Cannot erosion of traditional sovereignty as we used Quebec. So part of my decision to write in wait! Our bursary is from the Canadian gov- to understand it in the Westphalian world French was to switch hats and to see what ernment so—launching China, mmm. view. Now it’s language that is the frontier, it was like writing from a French-Canadian Good. and Canada is an interesting place be- perspective. That was more difficult to learn cause it is itself a frontier country between and understand than all the grammar and Julie: Japan is the other place we would two very important languages, two very im- the language and all the finer points of writ- love to go. We are waiting for the Japanese portant lands. ing in French. It was the mentality of the translation so that we can go there. Julie: There is also the spirit of the lan- Quebec leadership that was difficult. I real- Jean: Our next book which is the story of guages and the values that are attached to ize that with every type of writing you are French, we are hopeful to sell it to a Japa- a language that we want to explain to read- writing with the prejudices of the culture that nese publisher and have the opportunity of ers in North America. you are writing in. And really my friend was being invited to Japan. right in the sense that I was writing from an Jean: And to the French, too, because they English-Canadian perspective, and it is as Jane: Can you tell us something about your don’t understand it. next book? biased as the French-Canadian. Jean has Julie: They don’t understand it as well. had the same experience. Julie: We are writing a book—there are many books published on the history of Jean: Two examples are the standard Jean: Any perspective is biased. It is inter- English and the English language. We got norms, the power of norms which is very esting. But what you haven’t said in your the idea that there was actually nothing pub- typical of French as compared to English, story of learning French is the fact that at lished in English about the French lan- the centrality of Paris and France. And of the beginning we applied the system of language, a popular history that explains where great international languages, there are five guage exchange. Every week, Monday the French language came from. We would or six, depending on what you count. French morning, we would change language. like to show in the book why, in spite of the is the only one where the métropole, the Julie: It was rigorous. original métropole, has such a weight that decline in French—because the language Jean: We began actually on a daily basis th is unique as compared to English, Span- is, I think, the 11 in terms of numbers when Julie was first beginning because her speaking it in the world now—why despite ish, Portuguese, Arabic. I wouldn’t say Ger- man, nor Dutch. There are not many inter- French was very sketchy. And we soon real- its decline, it remains an influential lan- ized that during those days she was wait- guage and why as we see at this confer- national languages when you come to think about it. ing to yell at me. And which put me at a ence people are still crazy about French and disadvantage. So we decided that a week a little obsessed with French. Why it is a Jane: Julie mentioned two things I would system would be better because she has a language that has a lot of clout in the world. like to come back to. First of all, you were fiery temper and because she would not be So we are going to write a narration this talking about learning French when you met able to hold it and she would have to find time that is chronological, starting from Jean, so I am wondering, do you write in the words. And she has found the words! Charlemagne to Abdou Diouf. That’s our French or in English? Or both? And then when she began writing we shifted plan. Julie: I write in both languages. I write books to a monthly system because with maga- Jane: You do know that French is the sec- in English, and I write magazine articles in zine writing sometimes you write over a ond language in the world in terms of offi- French. I began writing magazine articles week for an article after researching it for cial use… in French at a time in 1995 in Quebec as I three months or two weeks. And some- Jean and Julie: Yes, yes, absolutely. had begun a career as a magazine journal- times, because of deadlines we had to write ist. I was doing quite well with English and in English during the French month and vice- Jane: —it may be eleventh in terms of the Canadian publications in Quebec. In 1995, versa. And it was very complicated. On a number of speakers. with the referendum in Quebec the market monthly basis it worked better. When we

18 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) went to France, we changed our system good picture. NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK again to English at home and French on Julie: The few criticisms that we’ve had have GRANTS FOR 2005 the street. Except when we had visitors, been people saying it is a very Canadian The AATF is pleased to announce that naturally. perspective of France. Sometimes they criti- the Executive Council has approved fund- Julie: And in Toronto we spoke French at cize us for it and sometimes they like it— ing for additional Grants for National French home and English on the street. No—I for- that we are promoting Canadian values. We Week 2005 which will again take place No- get what we did. do that but we don’t mean to. vember 2-8. This money is in addition to Jean: English on the street and French at Jean: One British journalist criticizes us on regular AATF Small Grants and will be for home. that basis that we were not severe enough projects of all types related to National French Week. The maximum award will be Julie: But we were never on the street in on the French in his opinion, so he said we $500. Both AATF chapters and individual Toronto! were wishy-washy Canadians. members may apply. New projects related Julie: But some people say we are too se- Jean: No—but it improved us. Right now in to the themes of National French Week (Cui- vere on the French. Montreal it is pretty much that we have no sine; the Arts and Arts and Crafts; Commu- system. Jean: Yes, some people say that. And the nity Events; Sports, Games, and Traditions; Julie: It depends on who we are with—with most severe American criticism came from Science, Technology, and Careers; and English friends we speak English, with one guy in the Chicago Tribune who said Music and Dance) and which reach the wid- French friends we speak French. Actually, that the book was plodding, heavy. est audience will be given priority. most of our friends are bilingual so we Julie: But other people say that it is very Proposals from chapters should include speak a mix of languages all the time. Now interesting. (1) the chapter name and the person des- ignated to be responsible for the project we have German and Spanish, too. It’s cha- Jean: Someone wrote us a very long letter (this may be a chapter officer but does not otic. saying that our book was good, but he was have to be); (2) a one-page (minimum) sum- Jean: Writing as a correspondent—it’s one shocked that we had spoken of the fact that mary of the project which includes a de- of the reasons we did it in France—when the Americans were hegemonic. scription and the names and responsibili- you are somewhere as a correspondent Julie: Imperialistic. ties of the organizing team or committee as and you are writing for people who are not well as plans to obtain appropriate procla- there, you have to deal with biases and as- Jean: Imperialistic and hegemonic. When mations and publicity; (3) the anticipated sumptions that are sometimes difficult to the French were imperialistic they were budget including funds contributed by the deal with. And it is worse sometimes in cri- openly imperialistic. The Americans never chapter or any additional funding sources; ses. Which is exactly the time when the will be openly imperialistic—but Philippines, (4) evidence of a multiplier effect such as demand for information is the highest but Puerto Rico, Cuba are ample proof that the plans to reach the maximum number of that is where the information is the most Americans succumbed in the same fash- th people in the school and local community; biased and unrealistic. Any French corre- ion of the late 19 century when they were (5) a letter of support from the chapter presi- spondent during the Iraqi crisis had to write carving up the world. But it is not stated. dent outlining the chapter's commitment to a lot of articles that didn’t correspond to the Jane: I know you have to leave so we will the project. reality but that were based on assumptions. stop here. Thank you very much for your time Proposals from individuals should in- You needed to be an extremely good jour- and for sharing your thoughts. I look for- clude (1) the chapter name where the ap- nalist and influential in order to go against ward to seeing you again in Quebec City. plicant is located and evidence that the lo- the bias and even then a lot of people could Jane Black Goepper, Editor cal chapter has been informed of the not get over those biases. So it is one of the project; (2) a one-page (minimum) sum- main reasons why Julie began writing in * ÉNA = École Nationale d’Administration mary of the project which includes a de- French for Quebec publications. She was scription and the names and responsibili- asked to do articles for English Canada that ties of the organizing team or committee as she considered were not reality and we NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK well as plans to obtain appropriate procla- could not. It is better to write a book on the NOV. 2-8, 2005 mations and publicity; (3) the anticipated French rather than articles as a matter of budget including evidence of additional fact because you are setting the agenda. means of support which may include but Julie: When we wrote Six Million French- CONVENTION are not limited to support from the local AATF men we mixed our perspective, and that is chapter, school or business support, plans one of the strengths of the book, I think. Jean INFORMATION to charge entrance fees, support from local has a better sensibility for French culture ♦ Registration - pages 39-40 French or Francophone agencies, or the than I, but I have a better sensibility for North ♦ Travel & Hotel - pages 21-22 Alliance française; (4) evidence of a multi- American and English cultures than he ♦ plier effect such as plans to reach the maxi- does. So we could bat ideas back and forth Academic Credit - page13 ♦ mum number of people in the local com- and perspectives back and forth until we Convention Highlights - pages munity. got to a satisfactory explanation for things 21-22 Proposals will be evaluated by a national that was not either a very biased French ♦ Excursions - pages 21-22 committee which will determine the recipi- perspective nor a very biased English per- ♦ Post-convention Excursion - ents. Applications should not exceed five spective. That is one of the strengths of the page 38 pages and must be postmarked by June book. 15, 2005. The original application materi- All information is on the AATF Web als should be submitted to AATF National Jean: Yes—we sort were sort of taking it site at from the pedestal and rotating it and look- French Week Grants, Mailcode 4510, South- ing at different silhouettes and making a [www.frenchteachers.org] ern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510. Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 19 NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK IN DELAWARE CONTRIBUTE TO THE AATF William Penn High School, New Castle, students were very proud of their accom- FUND FOR THE FUTURE plishments. Some of the parent comments DE, celebrated National French Week in a The AATF Fund for the Future exists to included, “It’s all about the kids, isn’t it? It’s big way this year. Thanks to an AATF Small support initiatives approved by the Execu- so nice to see what they can do!” and, “The Grant, we were able to realize most of our tive Council which promote French studies food was even better than last year. I will be goals. Our celebration consisted of both across the U.S. For the past several years, back.” activities in the classroom and evening the Fund for the Future has been used to Students and parents were also invited activities. Our primary goals were to support National French Week. to an evening of music and dance with the encourage the study of French language To this end the Executive Council voted folk group, French Toast. The group and French cultures, to encourage stu- in 2002 to establish the following new cat- specializes in music from Brittany and dents to continue studies beyond the egories and benefits for Fund for the Fu- plays instruments such as the hurdy gurdy, required first two years, and to reach out to ture Benefactors: bagpipes, and guitar. Two members of the the middle schools and the families of our PLATINUM LEVEL BENEFACTOR: group taught traditional French folk dances. students. Awarded to any member who shows that French IV contributed by preparing crêpes To begin with, the French IV students they have named the AATF as a benefi- for the evening (in keeping with the Breton prepared lessons based upon a variety of ciary in their will for an amount of no less theme). To accompany the crêpes we themes. Each day of National French than $10,000; will receive a framed cer- served apple cider and water. The only Week was devoted to a different theme, tificate, honorary membership status, problem that I encountered was that, and the French IV students taught the complimentary registration to all future despite the fact that the flyer that I sent lesson of the day with the support of the AATF conventions, be placed on the Web home invited parents AND students, the teacher. The students obtained permis- site Honor Roll of donors; parents read “dance” (therefore a student sion to miss other classes in order to teach GOLD LEVEL BENEFACTOR: Awarded to event) and the students reinforced this to the underclassmen. Each day had a any member who shows that they have notion by telling their parents to stay home! lesson, an interactive activity or game, and named the AATF as a beneficiary in their Nonetheless, the music was wonderful a debriefing activity. The French IV students will for an amount of no less than $5000; and everyone had a fabulous time! I practiced their lessons with their class- will receive a framed certificate, life mem- especially appreciated seeing the stu- mates who were very supportive and gave bership status, complimentary registra- dents have good, clean fun, a stark constructive criticism. The class had so tion to all future AATF conventions, be contrast to our regular school dances. many wonderful ideas that we extended placed on the Web site Honor Roll of When National French Week is over, I National French Week over ten days! donors; have the students complete written reflec- In addition to the themes taught by SILVER LEVEL BENEFACTOR: Awarded tions about their experience. I then select French IV, the students took part in two to any member who contributes at least quotes from what the students have written Web search activities. One activity had the $2500 in a given year to the AATF; will and include these quotes in an article students enter both an English site and a receive a framed certificate, complimen- (student written) for our school newspaper French site in search of information about tary registration to all future AATF con- and also in my class newsletter that goes French-speaking nations. For example, ventions, be placed on the Web site home to parents. I also provide informa- after selecting a Francophone country, the Honor Roll of donors; tion to our district’s newsletter that is sent student searched for the capital, popula- BRONZE LEVEL BENEFACTOR: Awarded to all district residents. In post-French tion, languages spoken, religions prac- to any member who contributes at least Week reflections the students wrote about ticed, and unit of currency. After students $1000 in a given year to the AATF; will what they learned, what they especially selected a country or region that was of receive a framed certificate, be placed enjoyed, and the overall response to interest, they would then research the on the Web site Honor Roll of donors. National French Week. The response was products and cuisines of that country. In addition to these new categories, unanimous: the students AND the student Ultimately, in a second Web search, the members will also be recognized each No- teachers loved the activities! students would select a recipe from that vember in the National Bulletin as a Spon- Andea Lacombe country. sor ($500-$999), Patron ($100-$499), Sus- William Penn High School (DE) Our school also hosted two evening taining Member ($50-$99). However, we activities for parents, students, and school welcome contributions in any amount. We community. The students were asked to are nearly 10,000 members strong, and if prepare the recipe that they had selected MEMBERSHIP DRIVE every member donated only $1, we would during the Web search. The students have $10,000 to devote to scholarships and The AATF is launching a three- prepared dishes from France, Canada, the development of promotional materials year membership campaign! See Louisiana, Africa, and Indochina. Students, and activities. Please consider making a the announcement on page 44 for parents, family members, teachers and donation to the AATF Fund for the Future as information concerning the 3-for-1 administrators were then invited to the you return your dues invoice this fall. A con- offer for a year’s free membership. Dîner francophone. Members of the tribution made in 2005 is deductible on French Honor Society and the French Club your 2005 income tax return. hosted the event, preparing banners and decorations. The evening of the dinner, the students served the dishes to the guests, buffet style. Students of French provided AATF ANNUAL CONVENTION entertainment, reciting poems, singing songs, and dancing folk dances. This year QUEBEC CITY, JULY 7-10, 2005! over 250 people attended, and the

20 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 78th ANNUAL CONVENTION, JULY 7-10, 2005

Academic Credit Program Highlights Other Activities We are again pleased to offer one gradu- Keynote Speakers (Thursday, July 7, 9-11 Wednesday, July 6 (1:30-4:30 p.m.) ate credit for attending the convention a.m.) Workshops through Webster University in St. Louis, Mis- We are pleased to welcome Jean-Benoît We are pleased to offer four pre-conven- souri. See page 13 for requirements and Nadeau and Julie Barlow, authors of Sixty tion workshops as well as three additional registration information. You may register Million Frenchmen Can’t Be Wrong, as our workshops on Sunday morning from 8:30- using the Convention Registration Form. keynote speakers. Read Jane Goepper’s 11:30 a.m. See the complete descriptions Hotel interview with them on pages 15-19. on page 56. Pre-registration is required. The convention will take place at the AATF Book Club Session (Thursday, July 7) Thursday, July 7 (12:30-2:00 p.m.) Quebec Hilton which is located right across To commemorate our first AATF Book Welcome Luncheon the street from the Parliament Building and Club, Myrna Delson-Karan has organized The Welcome Luncheon has become a at the gate to the old city. The convention a panel of experts who will talk about the popular feature of our convention. Hosted rate is $199 Can. = approximately $159 US three recommended Québécois novels. by the Regional Representatives, attend- plus taxes. Please note that some VAT taxes See article on page 4 for more information. ees are seated by region. Members can on hotel rooms and nonconsumable pur- Authors’ Round Table (Friday, July 8) meet for lunch to discuss the keynote chases are reimbursable. Make sure you With support from the Union des speech and to meet others attending from pick up the forms as you arrive or depart Écrivains et Écrivaines du Québec and the their region. A great way to begin the meet- from Quebec. Reservations may be made FIAP Jean Monnet, we are pleased to offer ing. Menu: $38 per person. (Spouses and by contacting the Hilton by telephone at 1- attendees the opportunity to hear guests welcome; pre-registration required). 800-445-8667 or on-line at [www.hilton. Québécois authors read Aude, Michael Thursday, July 11 (4:00-7:00 p.m.) com]. In both cases, the Block Code Name: Garneau, and Denise Boucher from and Exhibit Opening AME must be given in order to obtain the discuss their works. See article on page 8. Our exhibit hall, featuring over 60 exhibi- convention rate. Reservations must be tors, will open from 4:00-7:00 p.m. and close made no later than June 6, 2005. Music Round Table (Friday, July 8) David Graham, with support from the Al- with a wine and cheese reception spon- Roommate List liance nationale de l'industrie musicale and sored jointly by the AATF and the Cultural We will again provide a roommate list its President Robert Paquette, is organiz- Service of the French Embassy. Celebrate for those wishing to find someone with ing a round table of musical artists and pro- the ending of the first day of the convention, whom to share a room. We provide the fessionals from Quebec. and see what our exhibitors and sponsors names and contact information for other have to offer. members requesting the list, and individu- Dictée (Friday, July 8, 5:15 p.m.) Saturday, July 9 (7:00-9:00 p.m.) als can contact others on the list directly. AATF member Marie-Simone Pavlovich, AATF Awards Banquet Please check the appropriate box on the a finalist last year in Bernard Pivot’s Join us to celebrate a successful con- convention registration form. Trophées de la langue française, will orga- vention at the AATF Awards Banquet and as Ground Transportation nize a dictée for AATF convention-goers. we honor the achievements of our mem- The Montreal Airport is located in Dorval Come try your hand at this very French dis- bers during 2005. ($55 per person; at the West end of the Island. In order to cipline. spouses and guests welcome; pre-regis- transfer to Quebec City, you must make your Guest Sessions tration required). way downtown. There is a flat rate of 32$ We are pleased to offer time on the pro- Excursions Can. for a taxi ride to the bus or train station. gram to our sister organizations, including L'Aérobus is the shuttle service from the Commission Amérique du Nord de la Wednesday, July 6 Montreal Airport to the Montreal Central FIPF and its other member organizations, Sugar Shack Bus Station. Tickets for the shuttle may be the Association canadienne des pro- Pre-convention evening with dinner and purchased at the Airport ticket kiosk. The fesseurs d’immersion, the Association des dancing offered by Jumpstreet . Learn about simple fare is $13 Can. and round-trip is professeurs de français des universités et the traditional activities surrounding the har- $22.75 Can. For more information on collèges canadiens, the Association vesting of maple syrup. (Pre-registration schedule and fares, call (514) 842-2281. québécoise des enseignants de français required: $15 per person) Once you are downtown, you can go to Que- langue seconde, and the Association Thursday, July 7 bec City by train (see fares and schedules québécoise des professeurs de français, as Beaupré Coast at [www.viarail.com] or bus at the Berri well as the Conseil de la vie française en Visit the oldest flour mill in North America UQAM bus terminal (see fares and sched- Amérique and the Association interna- and have a great dinner on site. You will ules at [www.orleansexpress.com]. Our tionale des études québécoises. discover the countryside and admire archi- contact recommends taking the shuttle to Presidential Sessions tecture from the past centuries on your way. the bus terminal downtown and then trans- We are honored to have the presence You will stop at the bee museum, and the ferring to Quebec on the bus. It is easier, on the program of four Past-Presidents of magnificent Basilique Ste-Anne. You will cheaper and faster! Once you arrive in Que- the AATF. Presenting special sessions will also stop at the impressive 272 foot-high bec City, it is only a short taxi ride to the be Rebecca Valette (1992-1994), Albert Chutes Montmorency. Offered by Voyages hotel for less than 10$ Can.) There is no Valdman (1995-1997), Gladys Lipton (1998- Tour Étudiant. (Pre-registration required: longer an additional airport departure tax. 2000), and Jean-Pierre Piriou (2001-2003). $25 per person) For those who plan to drive, the cost of park- Watch for their special designation in the Friday, July 8 & Saturday, July 9 ing at the Hilton is $16.95/day Can. + taxes program. Jumpstreet offers a sight-seeing tour of for self parking and $18.95/day Can. + taxes Quebec City to see: the Plains of Abraham, for valet. Parliament, Grande Allée, Château Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 21 Frontenac, Quartier Petit Champlain, Place CONSEILS PÉDAGOGIQUES: Royale, l'Université Laval, les Chutes Mont- CLASSROOM TERMS FOR TODAY’S (AMERICAN) TEACHER morency and much more! The two-hour tour Students always want a “quick fix”—in will be repeated both days at different times. Je végète, tu végètes, il végète- other words, a translation of an American All proceeds from these excursions will fund ATTENTION- nous végétons, vous phrase that preferably has the fewest pos- scholarships for AATF members to study in végétez sible number of syllables. We need to fight Quebec in 2006. See the registration form et ils végètent… this tendency in order to maintain the purity for specific times. Spouses and guests are An alternative I have used instead of of the language we teach. This purity is hard welcome. (Pre-registration required: $10) végéter devant la télé is quite simply faire to maintain, as we want to encourage stu- le legume, but this is not as readily com- Friday, July 8 dents to start talking about themselves, yet prehensible to a native speaker and more French-Canadian Legends Theatre Work- their language skills are usually not very or less presupposes knowledge of the En- shop developed, whence the appeal of the “quick glish expression. A further piece of advice La Corriveau, Joe Violon, le Loup Garou, fix.” Do not feel you must let them use quo- to French teachers trying to convey Ameri- les bûcherons de la Chasse Galerie, la tation marks around English phrases! You can phrases is that it is preferable to avoid dame blanche...these are some of the be- can provide them with a “quick fix” in the noun phrases in favor of using verbs. In other loved characters found in French-Canada's target language with a little help from your words, être un legume devant la télé is just rich oral tradition. Tonight we will discuss colleagues. As a matter of fact, to this end not as convincing in French as a more ac- the evolution of our French storytelling heri- we are starting a forum for our own group of tive verb, such as faire le légume or (my tage and get silly as we act out the most language teachers. At the March Alabama own preference) végéter. Even when you famous stories. Sponsored by Jumpstreet Humanities Foundation’s French immer- are vegetating, you are doing something in Tours. (Spouses and guests are welcome. sion workshop, the French teachers brought French. So encourage students to rethink (Pre-registration required: $15) up several such problem expressions, and their sentences. For instance, instead of Post-convention excursions I will share my solutions with you. Please wanting to say “My Dad is a couch potato” Sunday, July 10, Departure 12:00 p.m. feel free to e-mail me to share other trou- they should try to say something like “Mon Tour of l'île d'Orléans bling phrases you would like help translat- papa passe des heures devant la télé.” If you pay close attention, you can still ing or to give even better solutions for these A teacher expressed the need for a word see bits of New France on the enchanting problem words than I am about to propose. which really defines something lacking in île d'Orléans. Join us for an afternoon visit I choose not to go with a literal transla- French culture. How could one say a “spork” of the island to see the seigneurial strips of tion, because that is the kind of language in French? Of course, we always have the land, the home of Félix Leclerc, le manoir that makes a composition incomprehen- wise-guy student who absolutely needs Mauvide-Genest and more...(special stop sible to anyone other than an American high such a word before handing in a written at one of the many strawberry stands will school teacher. An example of this would assignment. This, of course, is a neolo- be at individual expense). Sponsored by be être une pomme de terre du divan (to be gism in English, the kind of fast-food lin- Jumpstreet Tours. Spouses and guests are a couch potato). The problem is this would guistic treat we might expect at a place like welcome. (Pre-registration required: $15) mean nothing at all to the French. If the idea McDonald’s. It is relatively easy to coin a of studying a foreign language is commu- Sunday, July 10 similar word in French, since it represents nication this is not the way to go. It also Visite du Saguenay the combination of “spoon” and “fork.” does not address the issue of cultural dif- The Université du Québec à Chicoutimi Therefore, I suggest the combination of ferences because it does not force the is organizing a three-day post-convention cuiller and fourchette. Bingo: une cuirette. American student to think about what the excursion to the Saguenay region. See the I have a few more of my personal solu- whole concept represents. In fact, it repre- description and registration form on page tions to share with you, but how about your sents the American life-style which has cre- 38 for more information. Pre-registration writing in with either problems or solutions ated a nation of overweight youth. The idea deadline is May 2, 2005. to these problems—or both! Et cessez de that you go home and watch TV is foreign to végéter devant la télé avec votre cuirette et European culture. So, I suggested to my le ravier de Taco Bell! French teachers that we force the Ameri- Lydia Gilkey cans to address the issue: let’s call it what Alabama School of Math & Science AATF PEN PAL BUREAU it is in French, no euphemisms allowed. In [[email protected]] other words, confront the student ! Are you looking for a student-to-student Example : «Tu veux dire végéter devant or class-to-class pen pal exchange with la télé»? France? Contact the AATF Pen Pal Bureau. It even sounds good in French and will Individual names of French students are certainly be readily accepted by students REFLETS FRANÇAIS available for $.75/name. Group correspon- because we give them an –er verb to use. This outstanding video, created by dence is available for $7.50/class. We will What is more, this is slightly more exotic to Bernard Petit, presents the songs of provide you with names, and your students them than the English equivalent because Éric Vincent along with a visit of Paris. initiate the correspondence. For more in- it is new. This will make them reexamine The multicultural flavor of Vincent's formation and to obtain the necessary or- their own behavior in a subconscious way. music and the poetry of Paris combine der forms, contact: Bureau de If I had the time to dwell on it in class, I to create an exciting document. The Correspondance Scolaire, AATF, Mailcode would even have the students conjugate this 58-minute video is also accompanied 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbon- expression in order to teach about verbs by a study guide containing a transcript dale, IL 62901-4510; telephone: (618) 453- with a vowel and spelling change. Think of the narration and the song lyrics, 5732; fax: (618) 453-5733; e-mail: what fun it would be not to repeat the verb cloze exercises, and study questions. [[email protected]]. répéter for a change! How about this: See page 58 for more information.

22 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) SALUT LES JEUNES

Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 23 AATF OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR IN FRENCH AWARD APPLICATION FORM

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24 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM , 25 in July Exeter High Véhicule de , by Bachir Virginia Common- . Mary Ellen Kasak- C Anna Girin University of Massachu- Colby College (ME) Colby College Centre de l’Histoire de la and Le Petit Prince: Stillwater Area High School (MN) The presenter will explore the will explore The presenter Representing Algerian Immigrants Representing After 9/11 Jane Moss, ex- representation of the dramatic Muslim immi- perience of recent how the events grants and discuss the repre- of September 11 make process of sentation and the In doing integration more difficult. on Algerian background research while focus- immigrants in Montreal play, ing on the documentary Montréal, la blanche clear that it Bensaddek, it became to compare was necessary play to the Bensaddek’s post-9/11 pre-9/11 film by Denis Chouinard, L’Ange de goudron The Council of Graduate Schools and Quelques techniques pédagogiques Fourteen K-12 teachers gathered in S1109: Résistance et sauvetage pen- et dant la Seconde Guerre mondiale descriptions des visites et des entretiens Cindy Yoken, setts-Dartmouth, Saxler, 2004. Participants report on survivors whom they interviewed and on the nature of the NEH summer seminar abroad under the direction of Susan Redd and Simon Sibelman. C1110: Professional Interdisciplinary Masters Degrees: Wave of the Future? Patricia Cummins, wealth University the Ford Foundation funded an AATF Survey on Professional Masters degrees. New professional masters degrees prepare graduates for employment with government organizations, nonprofit associations, businesses, and schools. Session will bring together program directors, college teachers, school teachers, and potential employers in order to match programs and needs. S1112: motivation Jeannette V. Matatics, School (NH) qui vont métamorphoser les étudiants de spectateurs indolents en participants motivés. Le professeur disparaît dans les coulisses tandis que les étudiants deviennent le centre du savoir en Francine Pfeffer, Bruce Burgess, Jenni- fer Tormey, Lyon at the Résistance et de la Déportation , Une Salut University Raymond by Marie- Thompson Riv- Dartmouth Col- Fordham University Fordham by Gabrielle Roy, E Sound Language Solutions by Jacques Godbout, and by Jacques Godbout, University of Maine L’Immense Fatigue des pierres Basée sur les théories des Moving beyond the simple equa- Edith Biegler Vandervoort, Edith Biegler trois romans québécois contempo- rains Kelly-Anne Maddox, ers University relations interpersonnelles de Tay- lor et de Ricœur, cette communication portera sur l’amour et la rupture au masculin dans la littérature québécoise contemporaine. L’intervenante explorera l’identité masculine vis-à-vis de l’autre ainsi que la recherche d’une nouvelle identité autonome qui survient après la perte de l’autre. What a Difference a Day Makes: Teachers deal with error correction Situating Identities: Régine Robin’s L’Immense Fatigue des pierres Mary Jean Green, lege (NH) tion of identity with region or nation, Régine Robin’s short story collection, works out problems of history, memory and identity associated with the postmodern condition. Charac- ters meet in airport transit lounges and communicate through international chatrooms on the Web. Vers une nouvelle sensibilité masculine? Amours et ruptures dans This session will feature a discussion This session will feature S1104: Inauguration of the AATF Book of the S1104: Inauguration Litera- Encounter with Quebec Club: An ture Myrna Delson-Karan, (NY), presenters will briefly Claire Blais. The and give ideas for analyze the works participation will teaching them. Audience be encouraged. of E1105: The Prevention and Correction Errors in French: an Exciting New Resource Cher Harvey, every day! An exciting new resource offers on professional development for teachers error correction strategies and helps students increase proficiency in French. S1106: Vues sur la littérature francophone of Texas Pan Amercain, and of Texas Pan Amercain, d’Emmanuel saison dans la vie Pelletier, Galarneau! of three classic works in Quebec literature: of three classic works Cet été qui chantait CONGRÈS ANNUEL DE L’AATF ANNUEL CONGRÈS PROGRAMME PRÉLIMINAIRE PROGRAMME and

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SUNY-Plattsburgh E , AIM Language Learning Voir l’interview avec eux aux Voir l’interview avec Sixty Million Frenchmen Can’t Sixty Million Frenchmen McGill University (Canada), and Sessions: le jeudi 7 juillet Sessions: le jeudi Le programme qui suit constitue une qui suit constitue Le programme Les intervenants examineront le dé- Participants will learn about the revolu- Les intervenants alliant la théorie à leur Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) Vol. cloisonnage de la notion traditionnelle de français des affaires et son intégration dans les communications de nature professionnelle; des exemples concrets montrant l’importance économique de la France; et la situation actuelle de la discipline et des notions sur son avenir pour les besoins des enseignants et le développement de ressources. Conférence plénière: Conférence plénière: Be Wrong. pages 15-19. E1101: The AIM Method of Teaching French with Hand Gestures, Drama, Music, and Dance Wendy Maxwell, Sylvia Duckworth, William Thompson, plénière sera donnée par les journalistes plénière sera donnée et Julie Barlow, Jean-Benoît Nadeau auteurs de Edite Sammons tionary Gesture Approach to teaching French which was created by teacher Wendy Maxwell. Presenters will demonstrate how drama, puppetry, songs, dances, and creative storywriting contextualize vocabulary taught through gestures. S1102: Le Conte au Québec: hier, aujourd’hui et demain Jean Ouedraogo, se pratique de la parole conteuse proposent d’explorer cette donne incontournable de la culture québécoise traditionnelle aussi bien que contemporaine. Le conte dans son itinéraire interpelle de par son effet baliseur en inscrivant les péripéties de la société elle- même dans sa démarche. S1103: Regards sur le français des affaires: stratégies de développement, d’intégration et de progrès Michel Gueldry, International Studies (CA) Fontenay, version abrégée des sessions proposées. des sessions version abrégée des le texte complet trouverez Vous les ren- ainsi que tous résumés en ligne à les plus à jour seignements trouverez Vous [www.frenchteachers.org]. des jours de ci-dessous les indications ces déterminations ne présentation, mais Vérifiez en ligne le sont que provisoires. programme final. AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 26 Educational Planning Consultant(NY) James Malone, of SecondLanguage demic CommunitytoSupport theStudy lors andOtherMembersof theAca- S1206 :WorkingwithSchool Counse- rapports étroitsdepremière importance. américain etlaFrancophonieontdes démontrant clairementquel’Ouest significative. Or,ilyadesévidences impression d’uneinfluencefrançaise est aussiévoquée.Onn’aaucune hollywoodienne. Laprésenceespagnole pour sescowboysethors-la-loiàla des professeursd’immersion(ACPI) Peter Heffernan, américain G1204: LeCanadafrançaisetl’Ouest Francophone andFrench. France, straddlesthecategoriesof canon. Lê,displacedfromVietnamto in Indochina,doesnotbelongfullytothe points. The“French”writerDuras,raised authors appeartostartfromdifferent Lê’s novelsaresimilar,althoughthe Nancy Kelly, Exiles and LindaLê’sNarratorsasColonized and theCaseForMargueriteDuras’s S1203: TheSaigon-ParisConnection facing FrenchintheU.S. relations, andthepresentchallenges teach FranceinEurope,U.S.-French presentation anddiscussionofhowto Europe of25.Thesessionwillbea identity, andstereotypeswithinthe“new” spective oftheshiftsinFrenchpolitics, sity (NY) Irene Finel-Honigman, can Classroom rope: DemythifyingFranceintheAmeri- S1202: EuropeanFrance,FrenchEu- might workinyourclassroom! Learn moreabouthowthesetechniques oped greaterculturalunderstanding. measurably improved,andtheydevel- year students’oralproficiencywas niques intoatraditionalclassroom.First- songs, dances,andimmersiontech- porate ConcordiaLanguageVillage Gay Rawson, Dance Cultural DiversityThroughSongand ing OralProficiencyandKnowledgeof S1201: culminant danslacréationd’unprojet s’engageant dansl’étudedu Competing interests, bureaucraticis- L’Ouest américainestsouventreconnu Manifestations ofexileinDuras’sand A culturalandsocio-historicalper- This sessionexploreswaystoincor- Chantons etDansons! Boston College(MA) Concordia College(MN) Career Counselingand Association canadienne Columbia Univer- Petit Prince, Improv- . with acolleague?The ideas? Desiringtoshareyourexpertise Diana Regan, versity, Suzanne Hendrickson, and ColleaguesTogether New PlanofAttackforMentors,Mentees, C1207: FrenchBeretstotheRescue!A language study. school communitytopromotesecond administrators, andothermembersofthe teachers workwithschoolcounselors, sion willpresentstrategiestohelp suing secondlanguagestudy.Thisses- frequently discouragestudentsfrompur- quirements andculturalinsensitivities sues, competitivecollegeentrancere- Kathryn Wixon, Curriculum S1301: FrenchProjects Across the professional organizations. ing coursework,andmaking themostof applying forinternational tions. Topicswillinclude:assessing skills, nections withcolleaguesat other institu- development planthatwillenhancecon- help participantsdevelopaprofessional professionally isolated.Thissessionwill Stephanie Schechner, sional DevelopmentPlan S1212: FormulatinganIndividualProfes- gram atthecommunitycollegelevel. building andmaintainingaFrenchpro- ences, successstoriesandideasfor concerns andtosharepositiveexperi- provide aforumtodiscussproblemsand gence ofSpanishprevail.Thissessionwill adjunct-only programs,andtheemer- many communitycollegesasbudgetcuts, S1209: learn howyoucanbecomeinvolved. talk abouttheirexperiences,andyouwill colleagues currentlyworkingtogetherwill goals andproceduresofthisinitiative, Program coordinatorswilldiscussthe to-teacher mentoringprogramisforyou! nity College(MO) Denise McCracken, Colleges C1210: AATFCommissionOnCommunity selection fromYvesBeauchemin. ment, usingafilmandWebsite materials, alongwithappropriateassess- dards-based lessons,basedonauthentic presentation willdescribeintegrated,stan- College (PA) Sister MaryHelenKashuba, ate FrenchCourse Are youfeelingalone?Runningoutof French teachers may findthemselves French hasbecome“endangered”at Using examplesfromQuébec,this La Francophonie Jo EllenSandburg, La SalleUniversity(PA) C Muhlenberg College (PA) C St. CharlesCommu- Tête à Widener University Arizona StateUni- inanIntermedi- stages Chestnut Hill AATF, and , continu- teacher- Mohammed Hirchi phonie? S1307: Qu’est-cequel’Arabofranco- opportunities, andchallenges. and todiscusstheirchapters’strengths, participants areinvitedtomeeteachother host membersoftheirchapterswhere S1305: RegionalRounds-ups immediately inmeaningfulsentences. materials allowstudentstocommunicate acquisition anddemonstratehowSymtalk The creatorwilltalkaboutmemory storage, andretrievaloftheinformation. using symbolstoaccelerateencoding, approach toteachingaforeignlanguage Monique Burston, la langueordinaire S1303: EnseigneraveclaBD:Agrippineet discourse forclasspresentations. wrote uptheirinterviewsinindirect experience indifferentdisciplines,then interview facultywithFrenchlanguage tion studentsdevelopedquestionsto placement officeandlibrary;(2)composi- ter-long careerstudyinvolvingthecollege ate Frenchstudentscompletedasemes- Maurice Hazan, tion E1304: MemoryandLanguageAcquisi- tionnels etauregistredelalangueparlée. prinicipales deséchangesconversa- des étudiantsauxcaractéristiques une sensibilisationludiqueetmotivante l’importance delagestuelle.Ellepermet découverte dufrançaisordinaireetde Bretecher peutêtreunoutilefficacede cours delangue ou commentrepenser leprogrammedes S1310: LaCulture francophoneportable, levels. support forthestudyoflanguages atall national levelandinlobbying forincreased NCLIS inshapinglanguage policy atthe the 60memberorganizations ofJNCL/ Languages andInternationalStudies tee forLanguages/NationalCouncil J. DavidEdwards, Language Policy S1308: TheRoleofJNCL/NCLISin arabophones. des paysfrancophoneset liens historiques,culturelsetlinguistiques «l’Arabofrancophonie». Onparlerades arabe àtraversleconceptde entre lalanguefrançaiseet rado StateUniversity The nineregionalrepresentativeswill Participants willdiscoveraunique La bandedessinée In twoseparateprojects:(1)intermedi- The presenterwilltalkabouttheroleof On s’interrogerasurlesliensétroits E Symtalk Publishing Vol. 30, No.4(April2005) Temple University(PA) Joint NationalCommit- and MaryVogl, Agrippine Colo- de AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 27 fait belle beau Jean de Kutztown fin-de-siècle seeks a definition : Reflections on Transylvania Univer- century that takes into Whitman College (WA) st Sur la réalité: réflexions Kennesaw State Univer- Georgia Southern University of the assassin. de Claude Berri Sur la réalité of the criminal and the of the criminal and of the working-class novelist of the working-class In 1940, German occupiers and the Analyse des choix cinématogra- Quand les cours de conversation sont The presenter will discuss the The presenter will account the subjective human con- sciousness, the natural world, and cyberspace. S2204: Catholics and Protestants Pro- tecting Jews during the Holocaust Clara Krug, Vichy Regime began to arrest foreign Jews. As the war continued, both governments also arrested French Jews. This session focuses on the staff of a Catholic school and the citizens of a Protestant community who risked death to help Jewish strangers. S2205: Fidélité et trahison dans Florette Thierry Léger, sity phiques de Berri qui trahissent l’œuvre combat propagande l’enquête-sondage S2202: Logistique de en français S. Pascale Vergereau-Dewey, University of Pennsylvania supprimés il demeure possible d’y substituer un projet motivant: transformer l’apprenant en journaliste-enquêteur qui sert aussi d’ambassadeurs pour ouvrir la classe de français sur l’extérieur. Chaque étudiant prend rendez-vous avec un professeur d’une autre discipline, puis doit aller interviewer cette personne la sur le vif. L’intervenante partagera mise sur pied et les résultats. S2203: per application of diacritics in French. of diacritics per application at all teachers useful to will be Results of composi- instructors levels, especially technology. those employing tion and/or and Noble Assassins S2201: Saintly and Charles-Louis Philippe Criminals? of Crime in the Aesthetic divers context of crime and Philippe within the turbulent 1890s in violence during the Philippe’s pro- France. He will analyze concerning the vocative statements France Brian Arganbright, sity Contemporary French-Canadian Poetry Mary Anne O’Neil, The contemporary French-Canadian is writer Christine Dumitriu-Van Saanen of a philosophical poet in the tradition Paul Valéry. Her en marge d’un monde of reality for the 21 th Voorhees Pieds nus Thomas Jefferson University of Ne- Saint Ignatius High Boston Research Center E North Allegany High School . Century (MA) Tammy Wubbenhorst, st Félix Leclerc is among Québec’s most Félix Leclerc is among This presentation offers findings from a Cette session vise les questions This session will demonstrate the use Le Grand Concours permet à tous les beloved musical/literary figures of the 20 beloved musical/literary will address the century. This session linguistic and cultural personal joys and English translation challenges of the first memoir, of his coming-of-age braska at Omaha study comparing the effects of keyboard- ing—specifically, the additional steps needed to insert accents in a computerized writing environment—to the pen-and-pa- dans l’aube (PA), and High School (NJ) sociales dans la salle de classe. Divers thèmes seront présentés avec des textes, le films et chansons qui aident développement des idées. Les idées pour la discussion, des projets et des activités pratiques seront fournies pour bien exprimer cette idéale. S2108: Using Electronic Texts to Teach Literature Courses Milton Alan Turner, School (OH) of electronic texts of the public domain Re- works on the AP French Literature the quired Reading List and explain and advantages and pitfalls the presenter e- his students have encountered using books over the last three years. S2110: Le Grand Concours Geneviève Delfosse, High School for Science and Technology élèves de mesurer leur connaissance de la langue à tous les niveaux, du niveau 01 au niveau 5. Le Concours motive les élèves et les encourage à continuer l’étude de la langue. Venez vous informer ou bien pour partager votre expérience et vos recommandations. S2112: Accents in French Composition: The Incidental Effects of Technology Carolyn Gascoigne, S2107: Le Français: la langue de la S2107: Le Français: sociales dans diversité et des questions le monde francophone Barbara Zaun, include testimonies from a French Holo- a French from testimonies include Child of a Hidden the story survivor, caust memoirs of a France, and the in Southern through the who lived young Frenchman War in Normandy. Shoes: A Walking in his S2106: World of Journey into the Translator’s Félix Leclerc Patti Marxsen, for the 21

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C E Beach Lloyd Publishers, and and Eileen Angelini, Barbara P. Barnett, Gettysburg College (PA) College Gettysburg Tired of juggling with flashcards, La conférencière présentera des jeux Cette communication vise à présenter vise à Cette communication Calling all middle school teachers! Last Calling all middle school This session will present a CD-ROM of “France under the German Occupation Sessions: le vendredi 8 juillet Sessions: le vendredi Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) Vol. transparencies, audio and video tapes? Looking for new ways to liven up your lessons and stimulate your students? This session will look at original strategies of to motivate students through the use use new technologies. Discover how to to multimedia resources from the Internet make learning language more relevant. S2102: Techniques ludiques pour enseigner la prononciation Linda Quinn Allen, la qui peuvent être utilisés pour enseigner des prononciation. L’auditoire apprendra jeux tels que calembours, devinettes, poèmes, devises et d’autres allusions. Les enseignants pourront mettre en œuvre les jeux avec leurs propres élèves. S2103: What’s Hot Off the Press: National Commission on French for Business and Economic Purposes William Thompson, phis, and E2101: Using New Technologies in The E2101: Using New Technologies in French Classroom Stéphane Derône, Jurney, Jurney, unités de on peut créer des comment et suivies homogènes culture francophone appliquer à chapitres et les sur plusieurs tout manuel. Final School Materials: C1312: Middle Preview! Janel Lafond-Paquin, Karen Thrasher Karen (RI), Présidente de la Commission (RI), Présidente de and make suggestions chance to preview been prepared for to materials that have they go national. Any your level before will be duly noted and suggestions made “reviewers.” you will be considered University (PA) materials for the teaching of business French, a project supported by the Commission. Information includes textbooks for classroom use, works on French business culture, dictionaries, audiovisual aids and programs, Web sites, as well as pedagogical aids. E2104: France under the German Occu- pation through Literature and Film Joanne Silver, LLC, and School (PA) through Literature and Film:” Materials AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 28 and Kushner S2211: Articulating DifferenceinGuibert communautés franco-états-uniennes. programmes duQuébecvis-à-vis les éventuelle d’unepolitique oude américaine etceluidelamise enplace d’un CentredelaFrancophonie nord- grands dossiers:leprojet de création finalement attirerl’attentionsurdeux en revuediversesactivitésduCVFApour françaises. Parlasuiteserontpassées des comunautésdelangueetculture joué parleCVFApourdéveloppement vie françaiseenAmérique(CVFA) Jean-Louis Desrochers, américaine redécouvrir enFrancophonienord- S2210: LeCVFA,unorganismeà les informationsdontilsontbesoin. dont lesétudiantsprocèdentpourtrouver disponibles et,d’autrepart,surlafaçon étudiants ontetdesressources d’une part,surlesperceptionsque nature académique.Onsepenchera, pour larecherched’informationsde étudiants quantàl’utilisationd’Internet mieux cernerlescomportementsdes (Canada) Marilyn Lambert-Drache, études françaises perceptions d’ungrouped’étudiantsen recherche d’informations:pratiqueset S2209: Utilisationd’Internetpourla mondiale. lâcheté pendantlaSecondeGuerre banal adultèreetàunsordideactede ébranlé pardesévénementsallantd’un couples voientleuramourfortement derniers romansdeQueffélecoùdeux consin-Eau Claire Dominique Thevenin, midi S2207: YannQueffélecetledémonde hope ofacommonground. migrant experiencebutalsosuggests demonstrates theothernessof and theelementsofmigrantwriting,she traditional roles.Throughthisportrayal fathers ascapableoffulfillingtheir Chen paintsaratherfavorableportraitof Virginia Donovan, Mémoire del’eau S2206: ThePortrayaloftheFatherin comme «ungarsdupays». alors quePagnolaécritsonroman comparable àcelledeJeanFlorette, idéalisée parunhommedelaville, de PagnolenprésentantuneProvence L’exposé ferabrièvementétatdurôle Cette communications’intéresseà Cette communicationanalyserales In hernovel La Mémoiredel’eau by YingChen Ohio StateUniversity University ofWis- York University Conseil dela , Ying La assessment is highlightedandclassroom language skills, realia,andauthentic ture. Integrationoftechnologies, four teaching contemporaryFrancophone cul- interdisciplinary natureinthe contextof ing, complexity,interconnectedness, and selection ofauthentictasks,their sequenc- Concordia University(NE) sity (KS),and Marat E.Sanatullov, Contemporary FrancophoneCulture and RelevantFrameworkforTeaching S2303: AuthenticTasksasaMeaningful instructional method. demonstrates partsofanalternative will concludewithapresentationthat French tostrugglingstudents.Thespeaker will sharetheirexperiencesinteaching effectively withsuchstudents.Participants “Swap Shop”willdiscusshowtowork have difficultyinFrenchclasses.This Marseillaise S2301: EngenderingNationalisminthe seconde ouétrangère. la languefrançaiseestune de vivreetd’enseignerdansunmilieuoù, Ces stagespermettentauxétudiants/es d’enseignement àl’extérieurduQuébec. Laval sontinvitésàeffectuerunstage langue secondeouétrangèredel’université de formationdesenseignantsenfrançais André Beaudin, classe S2212: Accueillirunstagiairedanssa cultural contrasts. ne m’apassauvélavie contrasts through textualliberation.Thepresenter authors oftenexploresexualdifference activism tocombathomophobia.French Many Americanauthorsadvocatepolitical sexual differenceincontrastingways. Clara Orban, Irene Konyndyk, Disabilities? What AboutStudentswithLearning S2302: French–LanguageofDiversity: both filmswillbescreenedanddiscussed. British POWindrag?Relevantportionsof anthem in Similarly, whywastheperformanceof French anthemtoevokenationalism? Europe, whywouldHollywoodchoosethe fallen allyratherthanamerefoilfromold Casablanca Edward Benson, and This presentationwillexplore the Students withlearningdisabilitiesoften Les étudiantsinscritsauprogramme American andFrenchauthorsapproach Remember the“Marseillaise”in Casablanca Angels inAmerica Grande Illusion ? EvenwhenFrancewasa scenes in DePaul University(IL) Elvira Sanatullova-Allison, Université Laval(Québec) Calvin College(MI) University ofConnecticut Wichita StateUniver- Grande Illusion to explorethese initiated bya to Àl’amiqui S2309: Four Decades ofObserving sponsored national advocacysystem. local use,progresstoward anAATF- centralization, regionalmodularization and atizing advocacystrategies, elements for school district,harnessing and system- mobilizing alliesinsideand outsidea school districts,districtprofiling strategies, advocacy needs,differencesbetween advocacy, thevarietyofcrisesproducing University-Kingsville and Brenda Benzin, Camden-Fairview HighSchool(AR), Public Schools(MA), at Martin, Robert Peckham, ters withLessonsfromToday’sCrises Tomorrow’s LanguageAdvocacyCen- S2308: AdvocacyDepot:Building Karan, FordhamUniversity(NY). leurs lecturesaniméeparMyrnaDelson œuvres. Unepériodedequestionssuivront Garneau lirontdespassagesdeleurs auteurs québécois S2307: Séancedelecturespardes écriture, compréhension,production. pédagogique oùs’enchâssentlecture, langagier etmoral,dansunscénario Poulain du film Venez constateretvivre«l’effetcatalyseur» la diversitéauprèsdemulti-niveaux? dynamique? Devez-vousreleverledéfide pédagogique intégratrive,innovanteet seconde (AQEFLS) des enseignantsdefrançaislangue Linda deSerres, français cinématographique dansuncoursde tation pédagogiqued’unchefd’œuvre E2305: Technologieéducativeetexploi- handouts, andaudienceparticipation. lygamy. Thepresenterswillusefilmclips, issues ofwomen’seducationandpo- second, fromSenegal,examinesthe the Maghreb,focusesonIslam; films withtwodifferenttexts.Thefirst,from phone cultureandliterature.Itpairstwo can contextualizetheteachingofFranco- of SaintBenedict(MN) sity (OH),and Tama Engelking, and LiteraturewithFilm S2304: TeachingFrancophoneCulture implications foractionresearchareshared. ability andage-/proficiency-levelaswell applications andimplementations,adapt- The differencebetweenpromotionand Denise Boucher,AudeetMichel Cherchez-vous uneexploitation This sessiondemonstrateshowfilm Jacqueline Thomas, surlesplanssocio-culturel, Le FabuleuxDestind’Amélie JoyceBeckwith, Camilla Krone, Buffalo StateCollege(NY), E Cleveland StateUniver- University ofTennessee Association québécoise Vol. 30, No.4(April2005) BarbaraRansford, Texas A&M The College Wilmington AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 29 on ème /la femme Université Laval Indiana University Shepherd University Le Coin du feu, Trésor de la langue University of Alberta University The New Woman Albert Valdman, This presentation focuses on encour- Présentation de la Base de données Dans la première revue canadienne- Cette communication traite de la traite Cette communication siècle. L’intervenante illustrera les ressources langagières exploitées par ces premières journalistes ainsi que l’apport d’influences américaines dans une recherche de féminisation des titres de fonctions et de professions. S2412: How to Get Students Talking about French Texts Rachel Ritterbusch, aging student interaction with literary a texts. After sharing experiences from recent course, the presenter will propose changes that could increase the amount and the depth of student interaction with texts. Participants will be invited to exchange ideas about the design and delivery of introductory literature courses. S2501: La Base de données lexicographiques panfrancophone: un regard nouveau sur la Francophonie Claude Poirier, française au Québec, Université Laval, and lexicographiques panfrancophone (BDLP), en voie de préparation par une douzaine d’équipes internationales. Cette base sur Internet se compose des mots et des sens qui sont particuliers aux différentes variétés de français dans le monde. La démonstration s’appuiera sur une critique du concept de «Franco- phonie». S2502: The Whole Kit and Caboodle-- French Language Learning in a Box l’histoire culturelle. l’histoire du Québec Un goût S2410: Valérie Fielding, du langage et nouvelle: féminisation influences américaines Gabrielle Saint-Yves, (Québec) française féminine, voit émerger une prise de conscience féminine qui se manifeste dans la prise en charge du langage par les Canadiennes au tournant du XX problématique d’une première approche d’une première problématique aux québécoise adaptée de la littérature d’étudiants intermédiaires niveaux divers langue ou de français d’immersion Suivant des seconde/étrangère. littéraires considérations pédagogiques, s’adresse aux et culturelles elle à offrir un professeurs qui s’intéressent de langue française cours intermédiaire nouvelles d’auteurs par l’étude de québécois bien connus. S2411: A les Invasions L’Amant et des et Coco Chanel Southern Illinois Univer- Purdue University (IN) Clinton Community Col- E Tralco-Lingo Fun (Canada) L’Amant culture into your classroom Déclin de l’empire américain, . représente le pari de réaliser un le pari de réaliser représente Par des images commentées, on verra À travers les difficultés d’un garage difficultés les À travers on teaching the This session focuses This session will help you raise the La figure la plus importante dans le Jésus de Montréal barbares S2409: Enseigner le français par la mode: l’héroïne de Thomas Broden, comment les vêtements que portent l’héroïne et le héros de University travaillent, et de ceux qui y marseillais l’attaque! sity Edwardsville language and culture diversity of French general educa- through a university-level French colonization tion course covering assimilation, the and its policy of cultural decolonization experience and especially the cultural and ethnic diversity which re- characterize France today. Syllabus, source list, and bibliography provided. E2406: Quebec-A Cultural Adventure Karen Traynor, The cultural awareness of your students. presenter will highlight ways to bring Québécois and using short reading passages, DVD’s, authentic cultural and resource materials. See Quebec in summer and at Carnaval. Participants will receive classroom-ready handouts and an opportunity to win a DVD package on Quebec. S2408: Denys Arcand, maître du cinéma québécois David Graham, film politique sous la forme d’un conte sous la forme film politique gentils sur riches et pauvres, merveilleux à l’auteur, tout en permettant et méchants, abîme, de d’une mise en par le biais d’en montrer les participer à son film, sa fantaisie. variantes au gré de French Colo- S2405: Teaching Diversity: its Legacy nial Expansion and J. Debbie Mann, de lege (NY) cinéma québécois est le réalisateur Denys Arcand. Arcand représente une figure incontournable dans le cinéma du Québec. Les participants visionneront des extraits du définissent par rapport aux indigènes indochinois. L’héroïne tente de mimer la mode “garçonne” métropolitaine comme le héros se présente comme un parfait élégant européen. Des photocopies et des sites Internet permettront aux enseignants de présenter une version de cette communication dans leurs propres cours à des fins d’apprentissage du vocabulaire et de À University of Margaret Marshall, Western Washington University of Louisville and University of Notre Dame Southeast Missouri State Missouri Southeast The Ohio State University, Mount Holyoke College (MA) Bill VanPatten, de Robert Guédiguian This session will introduce participants François Cheng, nouveau membre de A multimedia presentation using digital The presenter will address the status of The presenter will address The years from 1965–2005 have seen from 1965–2005 The years Illinois at Chicago a to and give hands on experience with psycholinguistically motivated type of gram- an mar practice called structured input, alternative to drills for developing learner will grammatical competence. Participants learn to write activities and sample lessons will be given in French. Art S2401: Digital Story Telling on Haitian and Poetry Nicole Vaget, story telling technique for a pluridisciplinary project in Haitian history, literature, and art. This project demonstrates an innovative and effective use of technology. A DVD was created using iMovie, and additional sofware to process images and sound. S2402: François Cheng: sa vie et ses œuvres dans la salle de classe Laura du Plooy Southeastern Louisiana University l’Académie française, a écrit plus de 28 livres. Ces œuvres plongent le lecteur dans le monde chinois, surtout son art, sa philosophie et son histoire. En tirant des exemples de ses romans, les intervenantes donneront des idées pour utiliser cette littérature dans les cours. S2404: Un Conte merveilleux et politisé: l’attaque! Edward Ousselin, Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) Vol. French Creole in Martinique and French Creole the politico-social Guadeloupe, where is strongly felt. The pressure to use French a critical exami- presentation will include along with nation of official documents different forms of media, including data from a study of public images of Creole. S2311: Grammar Instruction as Struc- the tured Input: An Alternative to Drills for French Classroom Wynne Wong, Andrew Farley, (IN), and French Culture French Strange, Alice University This changes in France. far-reaching via cultural developments session surveys a forty-year slides taken over this teacher’s of personal documentation period, a France. cultural evolution in in the Lesser S2310: French Creole Language Death in the Antilles: a Case of Making? Charles L. Pooser, AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 30 ture S2505: FrenchandFrancophoneLitera- student recruitmentandretention. oped inMainetohelpensuresuccess and shareideastechniquesdevel- is approachedasaheritagelanguage discuss theissuesarisingwhenFrench millions intheU.S.Thepresenterwill guage Reacquisition(ME) Julia Schulz, Language: StoriesfromMaine S2504: TeachingFrenchasaHeritage achieving multiplelearningobjectives. for enrichingtheirclassroomswhile will leavethepresentationwithnewideas written literature,andhistory.Attendees investigation of into aninteractiveandmulti-disciplinary songwriters, usingmusicasanentrée songs bywell-known and Matthew Shaftel, Music Québécois through “MonPays:”Introducing S2503: Running“LaChasse-Galerie” strategic learningactivities. vocabulary learninginadditiontoexplicit includes contextualizedgrammarand tion ofAlberta.Contentistask-basedand developed bytheDepartmentofEduca- thematically. 10differentkitshavebeen ters, audioCDandvideo,developed cards, transparencies,blacklinemas- Lisa Caouette, manière dont cesécrivaines dèrera plus particulièrement la autobiographiques. Elle consi- crée àl’examendedeux textes Helene Julien, identité intersectionalité, écriture et Autobiographies debeurettes: ship betweenlifeandart. questions pertainingtotherelation- phonic texts,especiallyasregards larities betweenthesetwopoly- examine thedifferencesandsimi- tions Goldberg ation inNancyHuston’s thematics ofcreationandprocre- Nebraska atOmaha Patrice J.Proulx, and Huston’s and theCreativeProcessinNancy Literary FigurationsofPolyphony French isaheritagelanguagefor This presentationfocusesonfive A teacher’sdreaminabox:flash Pascale Shaftel, Cette présentationseraconsa- The presenterwillexplorethe Prodigy CultureandHistoryThrough The GoldbergVariations Center forHeritageLan- Alberta Education québécois Florida StateUniversity, and Colgate University Leon HighSchool Prodige University of LesVaria- arts, oraland québécois andwill Springfield High School(MA), School (MO), (VA) Dominique Eareckson, combattants l’altruisme etdeslecons des anciens S2509: LaFranceetlaSeconde guerre: activities appropriateforthe classroom. region, identifyresourcesandexamine complex culturalunderpinningsofthis rary France.Participantswillexplorethe critical totheunderstandingofcontempo- world, anappreciationoftheMaghrebis least exploredareasoftheFrancophone Cassavante, High School(MN),and Mary EllenKasak-Saxler, Maghreb S2507: BeyondCasablanca:Teachingthe teachers. Attendeeswillreceivedemos. grammar e-book.Designedbyveteran “Étudiant,” acomprehensive20,000-page at theclickofamouse!Alsocheckout every class,orstudent--inseconds, teachers. Makeanewtestforeveryweek, answer Frenchgrammartest-bankfor Kathyrn DaSilva, E2506: Don’tTeachFrenchWithoutThis! While theMaghrebremainsoneof Come see“Professeur,”aquestionand century Frenchwriting. tion makethetextemblematicof21 into theconceptofmemoryforma- memoir pluspsychologicalinsights dans Pensée imageanteetdescription identitaires etlittéraires. et s’articulentleursenjeux définissent unespaceoùs’inscrivent négocient leurpositiond’entre-deux, Samuel Zadi, tration camps.Thiscombinationof Jews whoweresurvivorsofconcen- great dealaboutagenerationof parents. Thereaderalsolearnsa the housebelongingtoauthor’s surface withtheprocessofemptying maison demesparents Lynn Penrod, mes parents Comment j’aividélamaisonde Becoming anOrphan:LydiaFlem’s particulière dedescription. fonctionnement decetteforme munication consisteraàmontrerle la penséeimageante.Cettecom- celle quisefaitàtraversl’usagede forme dedescriptionparticulière: innove enceciqu’ilcontientune romancière sénégalaiseKenBugul , AlineKultgen, Flem’s Le roman le BaobabFou The BlakeSchool(MN) Gerald Beauchesne, Comment j’aividéla E Le BaobabFou Wheaton College(IL) University ofAlberta frenchgrammar.ca Jefferson JuniorHigh de KenBugul Blueridge School deals onthe Stillwater Area Michele de la Kathy West st S2601: regions andtimeperiodsinFrenchhistory. parallels, anddetailedportraitsofcertain linear plotlines,strikingthematicand contain variednarrativetechniques,non- for introducingthenovel.Bothnovels ils ontvisitéles villesprincipalesetfaitle qui existentdans laculturebelge.Deplus, discuté desdifférenceset similarités belge. Pendantleséjour, ils ontbien langue françaiseainsique de laculture d’approfondir leursconnaissances dela une boursedel’AATF,ilsont eul’occasion stage d’étéàl’UniversitédeLiège. Grâceà and David Arcangeli, Wilson, works setts Amherst Dianne Sears, ature Course Genre inanAPorUndergraduateLiter- Desqueyroux S2511B: society ofthespectacle. writer ishidingthebettertopresentit: cover storyforarealitytheclandestine art world. treatment ofalargelyhiddenrealitythe account could.HenceSollers’sfictional tells arealitybetterthanhistorical the storyofhowanovel,patentlyfiction, underground artmarketingeneral,thereis the “history”ofstolenpaintingand passage fromlifetothebeyond.Behind Illinois atUrbana-Champaign Armine KotinMortimer, à Venise S2511A: FictionasCoverStoryin en vued’uneexploitationpossible. plusieurs textesrécentsdeceschanteurs Goldman. Onécouteraetpuisexaminera Renaud, MCSolaar,Cabrel,etmême vit dansl’œuvredesartistestelsque morte avecladisparitiondeLéoFerré,elle (MO) Gregg Siewert, “gentille” S2510: LaChansoncontestataire (University ofWisconsin-Oshkosh). High School,WA)andSimonSibelman the directionofSusanRedd(MountVernon the NEHsummerseminarabroadunder whom theyinterviewedandonthenatureof 2004. Participantsreportonsurvivors Résistance etdelaDéportation Lyon atthe Les intervenantsontbienprofitéd’un Teaching Maupassant’sandMauriac’s La FêteàVenise La chansoncontestatairen’estpas Fourteen K-12teachersgatheredin Wendy Stiglic

together presentsrichopportunities Summer ScholarshipstoBelgium and by Sollers Pierre etJean La FêteàVenise Mary Ricciardi. : IntroducingtheNovelasa Centre del’Histoirela University ofMassachu- Truman StateUniversity Gallup HighSchool(NM), Vol. 30, No.4(April2005) thematizesthe and University of isSollers’s Thérèse La Fête in July AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 31 Moravian Drew University siècle, la grande Mixed Feelings Mixed United States Naval ème Morehead State University Morehead University of South Carolina Café-crème: The presenter will explore the issue of America’s fascination with France has fascination with France America’s explore strate- The presentation will Following an overview of the speaking Au milieu du XIX bourgeoisie cherche à laisser à la postérité l’image de sa réussite et accorde aux loisirs une place de plus en plus importante. L’intervenante propose un itinéraire de découverte de ces nouveaux plaisirs tels qu’ils ont été capturés par Boudin, Monet, Manet, Renoir, Caillebotte et Degas. S2709: Message and Form in L2 Writing Elizabeth Knutson, Academy (MD) form and meaning in second language writing. What governs attention to form vs. message on the part of student writers? What value do students place on mes- proposés. S2704: Travel French in American about the Literature John Secor, incompre- tempered by our always been the last ten the French. In hension of travel literature has years, a flourishing advice to wary Ameri- developed to offer it about France and can tourists. What is easy targets for the French that make and scorn? American mockery Use of French in S2705: Increase Your and How the Classroom: Why McKeown, Joanne Dangelmajer College (PA) of gies for increasing the instructor’s use a the target language. It differentiates teaching mode from a conversational for one and shows the skills necessary using French daily. The strategies are applicable to all levels, but have particular relevance for the lower ones where of disinterest, boredom and a sense irrelevance characterize the way students often think about learning languages. S2706: Sound Approaches to Preparing Students for the Listening and Speaking Sections on the AP French Exam James Day, and listening sections of the AP French exam, this presentation provides detailed procedures for locating, recording, and for editing authentic French sound files pedagogical applications. The presentation also proposes activities involving on phonetic symbols, with comments their use for sound discrimination. S2708: De l’opéra aux plages de Trouville: étude des loisirs bourgeois dans la peinture du dix-neuvième siècle Marie-Christine Massé, Belleville University of North is the pronoun of tu Brigham Young Univer- Brigham Young University of Minnesota- University City High School University City High Millsaps College (MS) Gwendolyn Hickman, Gwendolyn Hickman, L’intervenante retracera l’histoire des This presentation will provide a linguis- Learn the history and daily life of Learn the history REALIA, a collection of digitized pictures Twin Cities missionnaires et explorateurs français et québécois, leurs rôles dans la découverte du Minnesota à travers cartes, images et chansons. Les rapports passés et actuels entre le Minnesota et le monde francophone seront aussi considérés. Des exemples d’exploitation pédagogique seront tic analysis of the second-person pronoun shift in electronic French. Examples and statistics from a large corpus of synchro- nous electronic French discourse demonstrate clearly that choice in almost all contexts. French- language chat sites and pedagogical implications will be discussed. S2703: La Présence francophone dans le Minnesota à travers l’histoire, la géographie et l’économie Patricia Mougel, East High School (IL) real colonists in America as we present court cases from Missouri and Illinois archives. We will reenact trials involving French settlers, slaves, and American and Indians through the use of puppets with the participation of the audience. for S2701: REALIA: a Web Collection Foreign Language Teachers Gail Buzhardt, to of authentic situations and items familiar for French cultures, will be demonstrated classroom usage. The database, which includes more than 1000 colorful images no and pedagogical suggestions, has copyright fees, passwords, or membership forms. S2702: Teaching And Using Second- In Person Pronouns: A Paradigm Shift Electronic French Lawrence Williams, Texas preschool to university. preschool Per- Become Students Helping S2608: sonal Storytellers Robert Erickson, sity (UT) become can help students Teachers stories storytellers. Personal personal foundations motivating create meaningful, Learn how to motivate, for communication. to tell personal commit and teach students stories. History: Early Court S2609: Fun with Missouri and Cases in French Colonial Illinois Anna Amelung, (MO), and Alliances

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Harvard University (MA) E USA. This session will explore In the face of continuing pressure to Students learning about France and Apprenez comment enseigner les Comment enseigner la grammaire en Comment enseigner Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) Vol. Creating New Synergies Rebecca Valette, reduce French offerings, now is the time to develop creative synergies between the AATF and the Federation of tour des monuments. tour les structures pour utiliser Le Cas S2602: dans les multiples des intelligences français cours de Deborah Stout Levez-vous, s’il vous plaît! Les structures s’il vous plaît! Les Levez-vous, prêtent non multiples se des intelligences aussi bien à faire bouger mais seulement élèves. L’intervenante à faire penser les qui peuvent partagera des structures d’enthousiasme pour augmenter le niveau chasser l’ennui. la pratique orale et grammaire de nos S2603: Adieu la grands-mères! Carole Bergin, automatismes qui développant des de la ressemblent à l’apprentissage langue maternelle? On peut mélanger l’approche traditionnelle avec des activités les interactives. On peut contextualiser vos activités en les reliant à la vie de étudiants. On peut introduire un élément fait d’humour et de compétition. Ainsi on naître des réflexes et les étudiants feront de la grammaire sans y penser. S2604: Interconnections: Trade, Technol- . ogy and Globalization. A New Approach Marie de Verneil, Baltimore County globalization must meet many challenges, going from textbooks’ choice to lexical issues raised by concepts in political This economy and basic language skills. a presentation will focus on ways to create learning environment fostering students’ acquisition of new concepts and skills, using videotexts and hypertext. E 2605: Verbathon®: Comment s’amuser avec les verbes et la grammaire! Emmanuel Escueta, tional Products Ltd. verbes et la grammaire d’une manière amusante et efficace en utilisant la trousse VERBATHON®. Motivez vos élèves en jouant des jeux. Utilisez la musique «rap» et «rock». Intégrez des autres matières. Organisez, même participez à un tournoi international. S2606: AATF and the françaises the many ways in which these two groups can work more closely together to further French instruction at all levels, from AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 32 tions, anddiscusses thevalueofinter- cludes Webmaking andusedemonstra- connection specialist. Thesessionin- regionalized Webcontent;and ahuman tive: itsorganizer,whocoordinates the multifaceted, flexibleandscalable initia- the samepermanent,comprehensive, language advocateswithdifferent rolesin sity ofTennesseeatMartin lege (NY),and David Graham, for French of ManandMachineinMakingtheCase S3102: Advocacy:DynamicConnections supported andopposedtheban. discuss theargumentsofthosewho lens andamoderncontextwill about theissuethroughbothanhistorical during thistime,thepresenterwillspeak serving aFulbrightTeacherExchange religious symbolsinpublicschools.After banning Muslimheadscarvesandother School (WA) Robert Slabodnik, Unveiled S3101: Quebec society. and thechangesitbroughtaboutin sentation oftheQuietRevolutionitself presentation exploresthenovel’srepre- 1970s inQuebec’sQuietRevolution.This fictional representationofthe1960sand themes, acloserreadingreveals Marées Gilles Labrie, Jacques Poulin’s S2711: Quebec’sQuietRevolutionin crucial factors. semantics ofthegoverningverbas to syntacticfunctionoftheNPand informal spokenFrench,thestudypoints marily aquantitativestudyofcorpus native-speaker discourse.Employingpri- of indefinite“des”orgeneric“les”in of astudyfactorsmotivatingthechoice Betsy Kerr, Generic “les” Article Choice:Indefinite“des”vs. S2710: HelpingAdvancedLearnerswith reviewed. factors ofpurposeandaudienceare writers’ composingbehaviors,andthe studies ofhighandlowproficiency between meaningandform,including Relevant researchontherelationship in topicormessageonwrittenoutput? sage? Whataretheeffectsofinvestment Sessions: lesamedi9juillet This sessionpairstwoAATF French France recentlypassedlegislation Although Poulin’snovel Results andpedagogicalapplication appears todealwithuniversal La Francedévoilée: University ofMinnesota Central MichiganUniversity Robert Peckham, Clinton CommunityCol- Les GrandesMarées Sedro-Woolley High Les Grandes France Univer- Sallomi University HighSchool(WI), and Carroll College(WI), Shorewood HighSchool(WI) Milwaukee Anita Alkhas, S3109: HomeIsWheretheArt des deuxpaysdanslaculturepopulaire. un nouveauregardsurlesrépresentations l’univers culturelfranco-américainetjette américaine. Cetteprésentationexplore de Disney,dansuneimmensecitéfranco- présente ununiversdécalé,auxantipodes d’animation franco-belgeetcandien, University (OH) Annie Jouan-Westlund, Triplettes deBelleville S3108: LaFranceetl’Ameriquedansles materials andunitplanswillbeprovided. a comprehensivepacketofresource intermediate-level languageclassrooms; texts withseriousthematiccontentintheir they haveselectedandusedFrancophone collaborative, experimentalprojectinwhich teacher, willdiscusstheresultsofa a highschoolteacher,andstudent Cortland School (NY),and Blasland, Timothy Gerhard, College LanguageClasses in Intermediate-LevelHighSchooland S3106: TeachingFrancophoneLiterature cibler votrepublic. réviser votretravailchaqueannéeetbien les meilleurespistespournepasavoirà présentation vousaideraàsélectionner multimédia ousitesWeb.Cette français créentleurspropresactivités d’enseignement, lesprofesseursde technologie quienrichitlesméthodes Loyola MarymountUniversity(CA) (CA), and Michèle Magnin, durables etciblées S3105: Créerdesactivitésmultimédia incorporate themintotheclassroom. explaining theactivitiesandhowtoeasily teacher. Participantswillreceivehandouts require extensivepreparationtimeforthe motivated andinvolvedbutthatdonot methods andstrategiestokeepstudents Debbie Callihan, engaging studentsinlearning S3104: organizational synergies. Close yourbook, openyoureyesand Les TriplettesdeBelleville The presenters,auniversityprofessor, Pour nepasresterenmarged’une Participants willlearnfirsthandabout Potpourri deParis: Véronique Flambard-Weisbart, , MargaretSchmidt-Dess, Morrisville-Eaton Middle-High University ofWisconsin- MacArthur HighSchool University ofSanDiego SUNY Cortland Julie Rose, Katie Bush, Cleveland State Activitiesfor , MaryMann, Riverside , Susan , film SUNY Pacia see howexperiencingartfirsthandcan Robert Lafayette, tary andMiddleSchools Combats High-StakesTestinginElemen- S3201: Content-basedFrenchInstruction General’s award. prestigious literaryprize,theGovernor ing tworecipientsofCanada’smost up ofpublishedliterarytranslators,includ- of themainstream.Thepanelwillbemade posed bytranslatingliteraryworksoutside erary translatorsonspecialchallenges Canada’s foremostFrench-to-Englishlit- Mark Stout Outside oftheMainstream Posed byTranslatingLiteraryWorks Discussion oftheSpecialChallenges S3112: TranslatingontheEdge:a dance instructions. will bedistributed,alongwithaCDand Writing promptsandprojectswithrubrics ties andsocialstudiesintoyourclass. incorporate contentfromartsandhumani- Québécois folkdances,andhowto your dancingshoes!YouwilllearnFrench/ and languageinalivelyway?Then,bring Angels (NY) Fernande Wagman, World WarII residence inOccupiedFranceduring S3202: FranceandtheHolocaust--Forced school programs. tary schoolprogramsandoneformiddle two content-basedunits,oneforelemen- development. Eachparticipantwillreceive videoconferencing foruseinprofessional report cardsandunderstandthepowerof world ofhigh-stakestestingandschool French content-basedinstructionintoday’s sity J. MaureenMotsinger S3110: Dansons! works closetohome. Art Museumareeasilytransferableto activities usingexamplesfromMilwaukee’s lead tomorethanathousandwords.Our Schools (MA) Joyce Beckwith, Shop C3204: the Jewsofvillage. Christians willingtorisktheir life toprotect school-system aswellthe courageof show theanti-Semiticexperiences inthe village neartheSwiss-Italianfrontier.Itwill in forcedresidencefrom1941-1945a perspective ofayoungFrenchJewishchild phia University(PA) A paneldiscussionbysomeof Do youwanttoteachart,history,culture, Participants willlearntheimportanceof This programwillgiveahistorical La Promotiondufrançais: , and EileenAngelini, Louisiana StateUniver- Vol. 30, No.4(April2005) Academy oftheHoly Wilmington Public (KY) Philadel- Swap AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 33 Schurz University of Kimberly Gray, Black Hawk Middle Hollins University (VA) Hollins University University of Wisconsin- Technoconstructivism is the integra- is the Technoconstructivism The presenter will share ideas on The presenters will share ideas to This presentation will offer new ap- Virtual chats empower more students will share lessons learned in designing, learned lessons will share Global a and promoting implementing Studies certificate. Lessons S3302: Technoconstructivist Under- Cross-cultural for Developing standing Edwina Spodark, classroom pedagogy tion of constructivist that puts with educational technology and in charge of students at the center This presentation their own learning. develop lessons that focuses on how to to a deeper level will lead French students by follow- of cross-cultural understanding pro- ing a five-step technoconstructivist cess. S3304: Vive la musique! Ellen Poquette, School (MN) in incorporating music into the classroom order to enhance learning while having fun. Although the lessons are designed for middle school, they are easily adaptable to other levels. Handouts and be recommendations of great CD’s will provided. S3305: Ideas for Everyone! Samantha Godden-Chmielowicz, High School (IL), and Benito Juarez Community Academy (IL) organize and inspire both students and teachers! Ideas are adaptable to all levels of instruction and range from grade monitoring to culture to publicity. S3305: Van Gogh by Himself: Between Brush and Pen Kathleen Marie Brunner, Washington proaches to teaching art through an array of Van Gogh’s drawings, landscapes, portraiture, and still lifes coupled with an analysis of Van Gogh’s artistic expression as reflected in various self-critiques and revelations in his correspondence. S3306: Using Virtual Chats to Build Fluency Marcy Farrell, Madison to communicate. The presenter will explain the benefits of virtual chats and demonstrate chat activities. Participants will learn how to prepare a virtual chat activity, conduct chats, and alternate electronic chatting with traditional oral discussion. S3307: Vue sur le Québec: littérature Innocente Ferris State Hollins Univer- Chestnut Hill Col- , villains, and heroic St. Charles Commu- Keene State College West Virginia University West Daniel Noren, habitants

This presentation includes interactive Seventeen Missouri Community Col- Cette présentation étudiera l‘Islam en étudiera Cette présentation de la nourriture et Un cours sur l’histoire From St-Pauvret in Quebec, the action- University (MI) childhood stories from Senegal, Martinique and the Congo, and a discussion of literature related to childhood from Guinea, Canada, Martinique and Guadeloupe, all for use in student-centered classrooms. Participants receive a CD, vocabulary work ups, discussion and composition topics, and suggestions on integrating the above into a diverse curriculum. S3301: Designing a Certificate in Global Studies: An Effective Strategy for In- creasing Foreign Language Enrollment and Retention Denise McCracken, nity College (MO) leges developed a Certificate in Foreign Language and Global Studies. This certificate serves as an incentive for foreign language students to continue beyond the first semester, thereby increasing enrollment in upper level courses. The presenter Afrique: son histoire, son expansion sur le histoire, son expansion Afrique: son foi islamique, les principes de la continent, de la vie quelques aspects et finalement étape musulmanes. Chaque des femmes par une ou dramatisée sera illustrée écrites par des discussion des œuvres auteurs francophones. de la nourriture: un S3210: L’Histoire sujet d’actualité Annette Sampon-Nicolas, sity (VA) française touche à de la gastronomie sociales, beaucoup de questions et politiques. culturelles, économiques les complexités L’intervenante explorera et de l’histoire, des mythes, de la culture, de la signification de la nourriture. S3211: A Mystery for your French Classroom: Adélard Lambert’s victime Margaret Langford, Civil packed intrigue moves to Vermont, War battlefields, Lowell, and Manchester, NH. Valiant The Franco-American women abound. with interactive lecture includes packets bilingual passages, learning scenarios, for interactive activities and suggestions collaborative projects. to S3212: Childhood as an Approach Francophone Literature and Culture Jean Faustman SSJ, lege (PA), and islamique dans la littérature francophone la littérature dans islamique Spleth, Janice th

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Lawrence Kuiper, C and Early College High School , Christopher Bolander, University of Massachusetts , Sarah Gendron, Century French Enlightenment. th In a high school collaborative project Come share your activities, strategies, activities, share your Come This presentation demonstrates alter- This presentation Erik Orsenna’s young adult novel Brown University alumnus, Mel B. Text analysis, video viewing, and class discussion led to individual projects. Critical thinking focused on new ideas of that time period, and how they continue to influence American thought. S3209: Une Introduction à l’Afrique Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) Vol. century. In addition, the Yoken Archives contain more than 10,000 signed French books, notes and personal papers. The Collection is permanently housed in the John Hay Library. S3208: The French Enlightenment Influ- ence Rita Stroempl, (OH) with English, Social Studies, and Science, students learned about and interacted with the thoughts of notable French thinkers of the 18 videos, projects, menus, media articles, media menus, projects, videos, first annual and more in this surveys, ideas know your Swap Shop. Let us Promotion Week during National French successes interactive the year. An and throughout participants. handouts for all session with the Inter- Culture:” Using S3205: “Living Film in the Class- net and Francophone room Ketchum, Eileen McDonald College (PA) University (WI) Christian Flaugh history and native ways of incorporating Canada, Africa and culture from France, the classroom. The the Caribbean in the presenters will examine the use of Internet and film as a means of offering the students an intimate experience of great diversity of the Francophone world. S3206: Encouraging Words: Grammaire est une chanson douce Anita Alkhas University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Grammaire est une chanson douce rewarding read well-suited to the intermediate level. Visit this world where words come alive and dance to the choreography of grammar. Participants will receive standards-based materials that integrate the book with music by Henri Salvador. S3207: French Letters Mel Yoken, Dartmouth Yoken, has donated a collection of letters of thousands of French and Quebec authors and public figures from the 20 University of Wisconsin-Madison AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 34 S3309: ViewsofAmélieNothomb Beauchemin etbiend’autres. Michel Tremblay,MarieLaberge,Yves extraits delittératuredesauteurscomme salon. L’intervenanteprésenterades peuvent aussiêtredégustésdansvotre peuvent êtreutilisésdanslaclasse.Ils Quelquefois lesextraitssélectionnés culture populairequébécoise. passion etsesconnaissancesdela Louise PilonGraham, is onusing phonics inlower-level common inphonetics courses,thefocus orthography andspokensounds. While mental relationshipsbetween French for teachingstudentstorecognize funda- sity Stephen Walton, S3311: PhrenchPhonics? uses intheclassroom. rary songsandcommentontheirdifferent presenter willdiscussafewcontempo- phonetic pointofview.Finally,the and musicinFrenchsongsfroma analyzes therelationshipbetweenwords the historyofFrenchsociety.Italso of thestatus,value,andlocisongsin College (MN) Laurent Déchery, S3310: LaChansonfrançaise Brigitte Debord ments Nothomb’s From TexttoScreen:Amélie L’intervenante chercheàpartagersa The presenterwilloutline strategies This presentationgivesabriefoutline plans decoursserontdistribués. d’introduction àlalittérature.Des classes deconversationou de leurenseignementdansdes partager l’expériencepédagogique Cette présentationapourbutde belge quifontlajoiedesétudiants. petits romansdelajeuneécrivaine Cosmétique del’ennemi Sabotage amoureux,Mercure lege (MN) Françoise Denis, En classeavecAmélieNothomb perfect adaptation? movie byAlainCorneau,isthe Stupeur ettremblements betrayal orcrime.Coulditbethat literary workbybrandingitas cinematographic adaptationofa It seemsquiteeasytocriticizea been approachedcountlesstimes. adapting literaturetocinemahas Lake ForestCollege(IL) Stupeur etTremblement,Le The problemof“fidelity”in , aPerfectAdaptation? Stupeur ettremble- Portland StateUniver- and Gustavus Adolphus Macalester Col- AATF Paysdunord CynthiaHahn, , a2002 , quatre et Grand Concours, Grand Concours teaching thethematic unit. will receiveabooklet withdetailedplansfor hockey, videos, andfood.Eachparticipant phy, history,shortstories,poems, songs, following topicsrelatedtoQuebec: geogra- unit willincludeculturalinformation onthe school level5classwillbepresented. The High School(NY) Georgette Schmidt, S3404: Quebec:AThematicUnit Time willbeallowedfordiscussion. Responses fromsurveywillbediscussed. plans forthefutureof Lisa Narug S3404: S3403: ViewsofFrancophoneLiterature et administratives. vivre enfamille?Implicationspédagogiques ou desAméricains?utiliserlesmédias? des cours?parlerfrançaisavecnatifs qui facilitel’acquisitiondufrançais:suivre examinont laquestionsuivante:Qu’est-ce un séjouràl’étranger?Lesintervenants of WisconsinMadison Daniel Audaz des séjoursd’étudesàl’étranger l’éveil culturel:réflexionssurlesenjeux S3402: Del’acquisitiondufrançaisvers vided. demonstrated andsamplematerialspro- instruction. Ateachingmodulewillbe Report ontheresultsandactivitiesof A thematicunitsuitablefor ahigh Europe andtheU.S. FGM anditsdisturbingpresencein of issuessurroundingthepractice undergraduate studentsamultitude effective vehicleforpresentingto in urbanFrance.Thisshorttextisan tion amongpoorimmigrantfamilies novel, University Roseanna Dufault, Comment préparerlesétudiantspour treatment offemalegenitalmutila- The playisaquasi-allegorical recently translatedintoAmerican. sity (NY) Henrik Borgstrom, of GenderViolence Koffi KwahuléandtheAllegorization québécois trends andpreoccupationsin chological analysisrevealscurrent for “depaysement.”D’Amour’spsy- niche insocietyclasheswithaneed individual’s desireforacomfortable the tensionthatresultswhenan Francine d’Amour’smostrecent Kwahule’s 1997play Le GrandConcours2005 Le Retourd’Afrique and and literature. GenevièveDelfosse, includinginformationon SallyMagnan, Jamesville DeWitt Niagara Univer- Ohio Northern Bintou , explores Concours. University was Le Le Northern Iowa,and Elizabeth ZwanzigerPage, Are NotJustforSinging! S3409: interculturelle. développement delasensibilité d’identité, étapeessentielleau de l‘Autreetàproblématiserlanotion préjugés, àmieuxseconnaîtreaucontact littérature francophoneàquestionnerleurs d’aider desétudiantsdansuncoursde d’introspection etd’analyse,ilestpossible ment, grâceàunealternanced’exercices ler University(IN) setts-Boston, and Corinne Étienne, cours delittérature: S3406: L’Analysedeladifférenceen and adaptintheirownclassrooms. pedagogical strategiesthattheycanadopt pants, andtoprovidethemwithspecific order tofosterdialoguewiththepartici- and perspectivesonculturaldiversityin goal istointroducearangeofmaterials strategy tointroduceculturaldiversity.The Debate inFranceasapedagogical of NorthCarolina-ChapelHill Sahar Amer Through TheVeilDebate S3405: TeachingCulturalDiversity conversation/composition parlesfilms élèves écrireles documentsducoursde S3411: Jetezvotremanuelet laissezvos française. thèmes différentsdel’actualitéculturelle de troiscommunicationsportantsurdes Texas Marie-Christine Koop, contemporaine C3410: AspectsdelaFrance ideas fortheclassroom. Participants leavewithhandoutsandfresh matical unitsaswellinisolation. be implementedintothematicorgram- Traditional Frenchchildren’ssongsmay enhance vocabulary,grammar,orculture. School (NY) Cette communicationmontreracom- This presentationwilltaketheVeil College ofDenver(CO) Ann Williams, images demarqueauXXI Villes, départementsetrégions: les sity-Purdue UniversityIndianapolis Rosalie Vermette, le pense une réalitépluscomplexequ’onne États-Unis aprèsle11septembre: L’Attitude desFrançaisenversles Cette sessionseraorganiséeautour The presenterswillshareactivitiesto Les Chansonsfrançaises: and C MartineAntle, Sylvie Vanbaelen, University ofMassachu- Vol. 30, No.4(April2005) Lori Rezek, Metropolitan State Moi etl‘autre Indiana Univer- University ofNorth University of ème Trevor Day siècle University Songs But- AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 35 Todd anniver- th Domenica and University of Hawai’i University of Akron University on étudiera la base des Concordia College (ND) Emory University (GA) University of Florida Mémoires de Madame de de Rousseau. À travers Adlai E. Stevenson High School Adlai E. Stevenson Samantha Godden-Chmielowicz, Samantha A study compared the effectiveness of The celebration of the 400 Aux formes traditionnelles des Textbook reading selections highlight Learn more about the National Board Learn more about Newell-Amato, on two video-based French programs elementary level students. One program used only French to teach French while the other used French and English. of Results indicated that the mean scores a subgroup in the French only curriculum were significantly higher in listening and close to significant in grammar. S3602: Celebrating Champlain in the French Classroom Janet Shideler, sary of Champlain’s exploration and settlement of what would become Acadia for and Quebec provides an opportunity in teaching about the French presence will North America. This presentation suggest ways in which to incorporate food, drama, music, and dance to make for a lively language and history unit. S3603: Madame de La Tour du Pin: mémorialiste classique ou attardée? Marie-José Fassiotto, mémoires se sont juxtaposés de nouveaux modèles après la parution des Confessions l’analyse des La Tour du Pin, anciens critères, la transformation que Rousseau a opérée et la résistance que ce nouveau genre a produit. S3604: Teaching Reading at the Inter- mediate Level: Classic Film Clips and Lively Discussion Cynthia Lees, each chapter’s grammatical structures and vocabulary. Using film clips to provide a historical, socio-political, or cultural frame for the texts can jump-start lively discussions that stretch the student Bowen, (IL) will find out Certification. Participants incentives and local about requirements, Discover what AATF support programs. prepare for the can do to help teachers A portion of the certification process. for questions. session will be reserved Grammar Us- S3601: Teaching French It Can Be Done! ing French Exclusively. Lucie Viakinnnou-Brinson successful FLES* activities. FLES* successful Certifi- Board National All About S3512: cation Susan Colville-Hall, (OH), and School (IL), Schurz High Central Kitsap High Florida International Missouri Western Col- Missouri Western Université du Québec à Université du Québec National FLES* Institute C Use TPR with new concepts to teach the Le français québécois n’est ni un What can we do to expand and enhance Many French departments have no in- Many French departments Voici l’occasion d’apprendre comment lecture et d’écriture. and S3509: Vercingétorix, Jules César, the Conquest of Gaule: a Distinctive Re- Lesson Plan with Total Physical sponse Storytelling Catherine Meissner, School (WA) of story of Vercingétorix and the conquest and Gaul by Julius Cesar to develop broaden vocabulary, grammar, listening, A writing, and oral comprehension skills. be complete lesson plan with activities will distributed. une S3510: Le Français québécois: variété nationale de français Peter Machonis, University registre populaire, ni un langage familial, ni simplement du français de France plus des québécismes. L’intervenant montrera que c’est une variété complète de langue avec de la variation géographique, sociale et stylistique. Il explorera aussi l’évolution récente du français québécois et la norme linguistique au Québec. C3511: Thinking Out of the Box About FLES* Programs Gladys Lipton, FLES* programs? How will new ideas and new best practices help? This session will explore what works well, while taking a look at a number of options and possibilities for the future. We will be brainstorm- ing, and demonstrating a variety of to the top of the musical charts in Europe charts in musical top of the to the focus. session’s be this Africa will and higher strategies including Assessment technology in and the role of thinking skills will be demonstrated. this process Study and Long-term S3506: Short-term Scratch Abroad from Susie Hennessy, lege programs for stu- house study abroad will provide informa- dents. This session that instructors can tion and concrete steps study abroad take to develop affordable options for their students. l’apprentissage de S3508: Les TICS pour l’écriture et de la lecture Martine Peters, Montréal Les intégrer les TIC dans l’enseignement. participants auront l’occasion de discuter de l’impact de la technologie, de voir quels le types d’activités TIC peuvent favoriser de développement des compétences : This Helene Université to enhance stage pour les stage Find out what the at the Charleston Southern Connie Fredericks McDaniel College (MD) College McDaniel Rochester Institute of for the Aleksandra Gruzinska, North Georgia College & North Georgia College High School of Science & George Mason University animateurs Arizona State University CDF Music Legacy (NY), and Être stagiaire à Québec is like, how to obtain an AATF to provide students with a total The successful study-abroad program The successful study-abroad Les manuels d’enseignement de la de d’enseignement manuels Les Why should you consider coming to the The teaching process used in incorpo- Le but de cette communication est de Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) Vol. langue par les films sont composés sur le les films sont composés langue par est dans la l’apprenant même modèle: questions celui qui répond aux position de donné Il lui est rarement du livre. Cette de prendre l’initiative. l’occasion comment vous fera découvrir présentation eux-mêmes leurs les étudiants créent cours. documents pour le Abroad Program [at S3412: The Study Community Laval] as a Learning James Chesnut, State University, and Arizona State University, Ossipov, is one in which for language acquisition and host institution the director, students, This share common beliefs and goals. panel will demonstrate how three Ameri- the can study-abroad directors work with team of administrators, teachers, counselors, and Colette Henriette, Henriette, Colette could be you! Mary (Lisette) Luton, University (SC) Université Laval rating the musical videos of the late Carole Fredericks, an African-American who rose professeurs de français? stage scholarship, and how the presenter used the information from the her French classes. S3504: From Start to Finish: Using the Musical Videos of Carole Fredericks in Your Classroom Nancy Gadbois, Technology (MA), Malone, Rebecca Fox, Technolgy (NY) considérer et d’évaluer les aspects essentiels, pédagogiques et technologiques du doublage vidéo comme activité d’apprentissage. Comment peut-on profiter des avantages de la production vidéo sans la laisser la technologie l’emporter sur pédagogie. S3502: immersion experience. Of special concern to is program assessment as it relates recruitment and student expectations. S3501: Le Doublage vidéo: activité et pédagogique novatrice, efficace abordable Jack Burston, Laval AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 36 Christopher Hogarth Travel andDisplacement S3606: JourneysThroughLiterature: reminders ofculturalidentity. how visualmarkersareusedasconstant convention participantsaglimpseinto aspects ofQuebecCity,inordertogive will examineslidesofvariousvisual variety ofvisualimages:thispresentation encounter itsculturalhistorythrougha sity Scott Sheridan, Markers ofQuebecCity Negotiation ofCulturalIdentityinVisual of son engagée: S3609: TheRenaissanceofthe guage departments. tion thatexpandsopportunitiesforlan- provides amodelofinnovativecoopera- academic andcorporatepartnerships.It Engineering Programhasforgednew and engineering,URI’sInternational Island Lars Erickson, gram Island’s InternationalEngineeringPro- Opportunities: UniversityofRhode S3608: NewPartnershipsfor from FrancophoneAfrica. journey inpostcolonialnovelsbywomen senters investigatethetropeof takes onaddedsignificance.Thepre- literature. Inpostcolonialwriting,travel Edwards, S3605: From sample textsandfilmclips. use. Thisinteractivesessionincludes linguistically andpromotereallanguage and groups suchas has recentlyreappearedinthemusicof ately followingthe Quebec declinedinpopularityimmedi- Kelle Keating, about environment in theclassroom. to introduceand usethiscommunicative presenter willprovide apedagogicalplan new formofdiversecommunication. The tion oftheFrancophoneBlogsphere, a University Luke Eilderts, the FrancophoneBlogsphere S3611: engagée themes foundinthemodern Quebec offersauniqueopportunityto By integratingFrenchlanguagestudy Travel hasbeenarecurrentthemein Though the This sessionwillpresentan explora- Québécois Loco Locass. Québécois Bloguez-vous? . Northwestern University(IL) Fleur delys WhattheNewGeneration NationalistMusicSays Arizona StateUniversity The PennsylvaniaState Illinois WesleyanUniver- Les Cowboysfringants French chanson engagée Révolution tranquille Thisstudyexamines University ofRhode AnExplorationof toGraffiti:The and Natalie chanson chan- of , it S4202: To“ne” ornotto“ne,”thatisthe narrative duromancier malien. qu’elle constituelaprincipale modalité les rapportshumainsenmême temps prend laformed’uneforcequi faitetdéfait l’autre durécit,l’utilisation de laparole de l’ le phénomèneoratoiredes personnages Karim Sagna, narratives dansl’ S4201: Ritesdelaparoleetmodalités diverse schoolcommunities. application ofhismodeltoAmerica’s Ben Jelloun’sworksanddiscussthe coexistence. Thispresentationwillexplore hospitality asamodelforpeaceable author, hasexploredtheprinciplesof Lorin Pritikin, S4103: Hospitality:AModelforInclusion students bridgetheinterculturalgap. tation offersstrategiestohelpadvanced and anti-Americanattitudes.Thispresen- explaining someofthecurrentanti-French stereotypes helpsdeepenunderstanding, about theFrench?Makingsenseof Heather Prescott, Transatlantic Misunderstandings S4102: BeyondStereotypes:Combatting interview. This isthefirstpublicpresentationofthat transformations ofhisplay the mysteryinvolvedwithcreationand viewed Beckettinordertoclearupsomeof Cioran inthe20 tradition, ofSamuelBeckettandE.M. Arizona StateUniversity Hendrickson Aleksandra Gruzinska,William S4101: ALiteraryPortrait:SamuelBeckett cette écritureluiestimpossible. le biaisdel’écritureetdansquellemesure rendre hommageauxJuifsmarocainspar étudiera commentBénaboutentede Jacob, MénahemetMimoun À traversleroman “situation dedécalage.” textes del’auteurquisetrouveen appartenance estl’undesthèmes d’accueil, laFrance.Cettedouble identité confessionnelleainsiqu’àsaterre geance: auxoriginesmarocainesetàson University Evelyne Bornier, Marcel Bénabououl’impossibleécriture S3612: Sessions: ledimanche10juillet Cette présentationvas’appesantirsur Tahar BenJelloun,aMoroccanFrench Do yourstudentshavepreconceptions In 1983SuzanneHendricksoninter- The friendship,inalongliterary Bénabou àundoubledevoird’allé- Assemblée desDjinns Jacob, MénahemetMimoun: and Francis W.ParkerSchool Earlham College(IN) th centurywillbeexplored. Assemblée desDjinns Suzanne Hendrickson Southeastern Louisiana Mercersburg Academy , l’intervenante . D’unboutà Fin departie. , University Cécile Hanania, S4204: NellyArcandulitaudivan community. projects topromoteFrenchinyour pitfalls andbrainstormhowtousethese guide orWebsite.Discussbenefitsand creating aFrancophonecookbook,tour collaborative learningprojects,suchas Elizabeth Blood, French ing ProjectsforTeachingandPromoting S4203: GlobalStimuli:CollaborativeLearn- variation intheclassroom. arguing forexplicitdiscussionoflinguistic usage of tion comparesnativespeakerandlearner French, favoringthelatter.Thispresenta- that existsbetweenspokenandwritten Kelly Sax, question Helynne Hansen, French Culture Using AstérixtoTeachPrideinAncient S4301: Retro-,RetroPatriotism: par lesauteurescontemporaines. et l’apparentbesoindeprovocationressenti littérature fémininequébécoiseetfrançaise, l’occasion des’interrogersurlestatutla du Québecparlalecture, l’écoute,le que lesdéfisdel’époquecontemporaine cours présenteauxétudiants tantl’histoire centré surlaquestiond’identité. Untel sur leQuébec.Elleprésentera unexemple tions bienpratiquespourlancer uncours Akron (OH) Maria Adamowicz-Hariasz, S4303: LeQuébeccontemporain et lesaccentsdelaFrancophonie. compte incorporerlesaccentsrégionaux continuer commeça.Voicicommentelle en MartiniqueetàAtlanta,ellenepeutplus phonétique. Depuislescongrèsdel’AATF surtout “lefrançaisdeFrance”encours Jana Brill, phonétique? S4302: Quellelangueencoursde of anancientsociety. students thedevelopmentandresilience ous passagesfromthesestoriestoteach history. Teacherscanuseshort,humor- informative insightsintoFrance’searliest Colorado presse, d’œuvres littérairesetdechan- visionnement et ladiscussiond’articlesde Putain Learn aboutlong-term,student-driven, Textbooks generallylevelthevariation L’intervenante partageradessugges- Depuis 20ansl’intervenanteenseigne The adventuresofAstérixofferfunand et ne- Indiana University Georgetown College(KY) Folle deletion inspokenFrench, Salem StateCollege(MA) Western StateCollegeof Vol. 30, No.4(April2005) de NellyArcanseront Western Washington University of AATF 2005 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM 37 om- ) Joyce Beckwith Commission Chair QUEBEC Check out the enliven your classes? Promotional Materials students, promote French, and Looking for materials to attract Other Promotional Items (p. 10 Promotional Flyers (p. 48, 50) PROMOTION IN MOTION: PROMOTION AATF Materials Center (p. 58) AATF Poster series (p. 52) At this summer’s annual Convention in annual Convention At this summer’s To organize this “Swap Shop,” we ask The Commission needs YOU! Bring “SWAP SHOP” SESSION IN SESSION SHOP” “SWAP • • • • Quebec City, the AATF Commission for the AATF Commission Quebec City, host its first of French will the Promotion which session during “Swap Shop” their own will be able to present attendees which have been promotional materials their classrooms and effective for them in Although these in their communities. focus on National materials should certainly not limited French Week, they are Below are a few to this celebration. we are looking for. If examples of what Week, you show a during National French have developed study film for which you projects, guides and student-centered with us. If instead please share your work an of a film, your students are treated to original Francophone culture unit, “person, place or thing,” we would love to see it! Games, webquests, contests, favorite CD’s, in-class and at-home recipes, on videos of your students in concert or stage, any media clips, National French Week programs, raffles, parent involve- ar- ment, fund-raising and published ticles–whatever you have done and to whatever has worked for you–bring it Quebec! You are our most important resource! that, if possible, you bring 40 copies of any written material which you will be presenting. If this is not possible, please don’t to back out! Whatever you can contribute this session will be valuable. You need not prepare a formal presentation, and 5 you should count on approximately minutes. Please e-mail Joyce Beckwith [jbeckwith@ wilmington.k12.ma.us], C mission Chair, and let her know that you intend to participate, what audiovisual requirements, if any, you may have and a one or two-line description of your subject. your creativity and your knowledge to the forefront! Share your successes with us! Le La Le Soleil mon amour de Ousmane Western Michi- , High Point Univer- Fate Kiné University of Wisconsin- Colorado College Hiroshima by Franco-Algerian direc- Bentley Upper School (CA) Upper Bentley et de Pierre Assouline À partir du film L’identité culturelle et linguistique re- This presentation examines the ques- Advertisements provide a rich source provide a rich Advertisements Manon sity (NC) Sembène, l’intervenant propose d’interroger quelques thèmes importants de l’identité francophone sénégalaise ayant trait à la modernité: sociale, économique, culturelle, et politique. S4505: Enseigner l’intraduisible: la notion d’aspect dans les conjugaisons françaises Christian Roche, pose sur d’intraduisibles différences. Par exemple, il n’y a pas d’équivalence stricte entre les formes conjuguées des verbes, d’une langue à l’autre. On peut cependant enseigner l’intraduisible grammatical grâce à la notion d’aspect. S4506: Cultural Belonging in Assassiné Cynthia Running-Johnson, gan University tion of cultural belonging in the movie Soleil Assassiné tor Abdelkrim Bahloul. In part through the analysis of a scene and reference to an interview recorded with the director, the movie’s portrayal of post-independence Algerian society in the early 1970’s will be discussed. thinking Roche, Daria for comprehension practice and cross- practice for comprehension which build both of cultural comparisons, will skills. The presenter critical thinking print and lesson that integrates describe a a variety of advertisements into television to all levels. Partici- activities adaptable a lesson outline and pants will receive other materials. curieuses de S4503: Les Complexités analyse critique de collaboration: une Cliente Simon Sibelman, Oshkosh scènes pénibles du représentent des les patriotes ont infligé châtiment cruel que aux femmes connues ou soupçonnées d’avoir été des collaboratrices horizontales. Ces films tracent les résultats de cette épuration sans fouiller des raisons des essentielles qui pourraient expliquer son actes de «collaboration». Dans roman, Assouline construit un portait irrésistible et délicat d’une collaboratrice. au S4504: Identités francophones Sénégal Jean-François Llorens, . The Ohio Improving donc je suis Nathalie Porter, and as the basis for the Université du Québec à Université du Québec (in English) Austin Independent School Austin Independent Wynne Wong, Wayne State University (MI) exercices de style University of North Carolina at Exercices de style: Je pense L’objectif de cet atelier est de faire état L’objectif de cet atelier This presentation consists of a brief consists This presentation Les intervenantes présenteront la Anglophones access and express their This project uses excerpts of Queneau’s Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) Vol. State University des différentes perspectives liées à L’Éveil aux langues. Essentiellement, nous présenterons ces différentes perspectives et les mettrons en parallèle au moyen d’exemples d’activités pédagogiques Nous qui terminerons avec un retour synthèse permettra de mettre en lumière l’amplitude du phénomène. S4402: District/Austin Community College (TX) Community College District/Austin French to the College Board introduction essay, an Advanced Placement Language of the 2004 rubric used in-depth exposition and the chance for in grading the essay; to use the rubric in audience opportunities essays. the scoring of student langues: Quand est-il 4401: L’Éveil aux vraiment? Daphnée Simard, Montréal, and sons. French to the AP Guide A Reader’s S4304: Essay Language Michael Hydak, Vanderbilt University (TN) diversité francophone grâce à l’analyse d’articles journalistiques issus de pays francophones différents. S4502: “–Allô Le 9? –Oui, c’est Monsieur Leneuf:” Using Advertisements to Teach Comprehension, Culture, and Critical (difficult to understand in French) Nina Furry, Chapel Hill in ideas through English. This often results nonsensical structure and inappropriate lexical choice as they attempt to communicate. Students can overcome these pitfalls they of erroneous verbatim translation if are required to engage metacognitive be- processes and linguistic knowledge fore, during and after composing. S4403: Grammatical and Stylistic Competence through a Writing Portfolio Kate Paesani, Exercices de style study of French grammar and as a model for student writing. Students complete writing tasks to prepare their own excerpts; the writing samples that result represent students’ own S4501: La Presse et la diversité francophone Mary Beth Raycraft ACTIVITÉ POST-CONGRÈS DE 3 JOURS AU SAGUENAY—LAC-SAINT-JEAN Vivez trois jours en plein cœur du 17h00 Réception et cocktail dînatoire à Légendaire Royaume du Saguenay et imprégnez-vous l’École de langue française et de 19h00 Départ pour Arvida du meilleur de la culture québécoise! culture québécoise de l’Université 20h00 Spectacle Québécissime qui vous Histoire, art et nature vous attendent avec du Québec à Chicoutimi fera découvrir la chanson ce forfait qui vous laissera des souvenirs 20h00 Départ pour une balade au québécoise d’aujourd’hui jusqu’à impérissables…. Organisé par l’Université belvédère de la croix de Sainte- ses origines, de Céline Dion à la du Québec à Chicoutimi. Anne, d’où vous aurez une Bolduc, le tout interprété par de dimanche 10 juillet magnifique vue sur la ville de talentueux artistes régionaux 12h00 Départ pour Tadoussac avec arrêt Chicoutimi, suivi d’une prom- mercredi 13 juillet à Baie Saint-Paul en route enade au Vieux Port. 7h30 Déjeuner au restaurant Le 17h00 Arrivé à Tadoussac et visite du vil- mardi 12 juillet Légendaire lage 7h00 Déjeuner servi au restaurant de 9h00 Départ pour Québec par le Parc 19h00 Prise de possession des l’hôtel, Le Légendaire des Laurentides chambres au luxueux Hôtel 8h00 Départ pour le Quai de La Baie 12h30 Arrivée à Québec Tadoussac, suivi d’un souper avec 9h00 Départ du Bateau le Bagotville II Prix par personne (le tarif inclut trois nuits animation et chansonnier en direction de la Nouvelle-France d’hôtel, tous les repas, tous les frais lundi 11 juillet et visite de ce site, une reconstitu- d’entrée y compris les visites des musées, 7h30 Déjeuner au restaurant de l’hôtel tion de la basse ville de Québec à les spectacles et la croisière) La date limite 9h30 Départ de la croisière aux l’époque de Samuel de d’inscription est le 2 mai 2005. baleines sur le Fjord du Saguenay Champlain; dîner à saveur du En occupation double 12h30 Dîner au Café du Fjord 17ème siècle servi sur place 600$ US par personne 13h30 Départ pour Chicoutimi avec arrêt 13h30 Visite du Musée du Fjord de La En occupation twin (deux lits simples) en route à Sainte-Rose-du -Nord Baie 630$ US par personne 16h00 Prise de possession des 17h30 Souper au restaurant le En occupation simple chambres à l’Hôtel le Montagnais 800$ US par personne

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38 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEACHERS OF FRENCH 78th ANNUAL CONVENTION: QUEBEC CITY, JULY 7-10, 2005 Please print all information.

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CONVENTION REGISTRATION The Registration Fee includes registration, refreshments at exhibit breaks, opening reception, concert, and a malette du congrès. Pre-Registration will be accepted if postmarked by June 1, 2005. After this date, late registration will apply.

• Pre-registration fee (if postmarked by June 1) $150 US ______

• Special full registration offer (if postmarked by June 1) $235 US ______(also includes Welcome Luncheon, Awards Banquet, Friday or Saturday bus tour of Quebec & tee-shirt) • 2005 Membership in AATF (required if you are not already a member for 2005) $45 US ______• 2005 First-time membership in AATF, if you have never been an AATF member $0-included in ______(This offer is good only on pre-registration. It will not apply on-site.) registration • Late or on-site registration fee (after June 1) $200 US ______• Emeritus registration (must be an AATF Emeritus member ) $80 US ______• Student registration (includes AATF membership for 2005-2006) $80 US ______• Friend/Guest of AATF member (must not be a French teacher) $100 US ______Please provide name of friend/guest(s) ______

SUB-TOTAL REGISTRATION FEES: ______WORKSHOPS Descriptions of the workshops can be found on p. 56 of this issue. Pre-convention Workshops: Wednesday, July 6 (1:30-4:30 p.m.) $25 US ______001: Explorez, racontez, inventez: les contes de fées dans la classe de français (Kathryn Bulver) Wednesday, July 6 (1:30-4:30 p.m.) $25 US ______002: Kirikou et la Sorcière et la Francophonie en Afrique de l’ouest (Regina Doyle Sternlicht) Wednesday, July 6 (1:30-4:30 p.m.) $25 US ______003: Portrait de la Francophonie canadienne: sa culture et sa littérature (Jean-Denis Côté) Wednesday, July 6 (1:30-4:30 p.m.) $25 US ______004: Connecting Classroom Instruction and Standards-Based Assessment (Nancy Gadbois and Bonnie Adair-Hauck) Sunday Workshops: Sunday, July 10 (8:30-11:30 a.m.) $25 US ______005: “Plongez dans le lac canadien-français: littérature, aventure, culture!” (Janel Lafond-Paquin) Sunday, July 10 (8:30-11:30 a.m.) $25 US ______006: Le Québec, un pays, une musique (David Graham and Madeline Turan) Sunday, July 10 (8:30-11:30 a.m.) $25 US ______007: Le Stage d’une famille américaine: perspectives sur la France contemporaine (Charlotte Gifford)

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Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 39 OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (Descriptions are on p. 21-22 of the April National Bulletin; spouses and guests are welcome at meals and activities.) Academic Credit through Webster University (one-hour graduate credit, see p. 13) $110 US ______AATF Welcome Luncheon (Thursday, July 7, 12:30-2:00 p.m.) $38 US ______Sugar Shack Excursion (Wednesday, July 6) $15 US ______Beaupré Coast Excursion (Thursday, July 7) $25 US ______Theater Workshop Excursion (Friday evening, July 8) $15 US ______Excursion (this excursion will be repeated four times; please indicate 1st and 2nd choices) $10 US ______Friday, July 7, 9:15-11:15 a.m. ______Saturday, July 8, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. ______Friday, July 7, 3:15-5:15 p.m. ______Saturday, July 8, 3-5 p.m. ______AATF Awards Banquet (Saturday, July 9, 7:00-9:00 p.m.) $55 US ______’ Post-convention excursion to l’Ile d’Orléans (Sunday, July 10, Departure 12:00 p.m.) $15 US ______Three-day post-convention excursion to the Saguenay (see page 38 to register) SUB-TOTAL OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES ______

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REFUND POLICY: Requests for refunds must reach National Headquarters no later than June 15, 2005. A $25 fee will be assessed to cover administrative costs. NO refunds after June 15, 2005. Mail to: AATF, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510; FAX: (618) 453-5733.

40 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) CHAPTER NEWS African country. She also discussed her Downstate Illinois Chapter new to the profession. Veteran teachers research project with Senegalese women Emphasis this year has been on French were also asked to bring an idea, a con- historic roots. At the annual ICTFL confer- writers. The display of authentic objects cept or a worksheet to share. Several UNI such as clothing, fabrics, musical instru- ence, Anna Amelung of St. Louis gave a pre- French faculty presented sessions on cul- ments and books made the presentation a sentation on Mme Chouteau, dite la mère ture and technology, la Francophonie, and de St. Louis. All who heard her presentation unique event. Wine and other refreshments literature in the curriculum. The chapter were served at the conclusion of the pre- were fascinated by the early French influ- plans to work with other universities and sentation. ence in this area. colleges in the state to host other events Chapter members were invited to spend In December members of the chapter falling under the Tête à Tête umbrella. gathered in Weston, Missouri for lunch. a day discovering the rich French heritage At the Iowa World Languages Confer- Weston is a delightful town north of Kan- of southern Illinois, including visits to his- ence Region VII Representative Ann toric sites and festivals organized by Presi- sas City that has many antebellum homes Sunderland presented a session on the and a lovely main street full of interesting dent Gwenne Hickman. The day began with variety of programs available through the shops. It is also home to the National Silk a visit of Kaskaskia Island where the AATF. She provided support as well as strat- Kaskaskia Bell, bearing an inscription by Art Museum, housed above Charlemagne’s egies to promote French and increase AATF Louis XV, is located. membership in the Participants then state. Sherri Con- drove to the Pierre don and the officers CHAPTER CHECKLIST Menard house for a of the Iowa chapter tour and video presen- expect a surge in tation. Pierre Menard Encourage members to attend the 2005 AATF convention in Quebec: July membership due to 7–10, 2005. was the first Lieuten- the enthusiasm and Promote at meetings and through newsletters and participate in the AATF ant Governor of the energy evidenced by State of Illinois. After a Book Club: Myrna’s List for 2005 (See article on page 7). AATF members at Send, on an on-going basis, chapter newsletter and chapter news to box lunch in Fort the conference. Regional Representative, National Bulletin Editor (Jane Black Goepper) Kaskaskia State Park, The chapter wel- members continued and national President (Margot Steinhart) comes a new ad- Commit to sending chapter president to AATF national convention in on to Fort de Chartres ministrator for the Quebec and to presidents’ meetings scheduled for the afternoons of July 6 to view the reenact- Grand Concours. ment of a winter en- and July 10, 2005 After years of dedi- Has your chapter responded to these past requests? campment during the cated and invalu- French and Indian Identify mentor liaison and submit name to Regional Representative AND able service, Lowell Wars. Later Dr. Mar- Suzanne Henderson [[email protected]] Hoeft has passed Identify advocacy liaison and submit name to Regional Representative garet Brown gave a the torch to Theresa lecture on the Voya- AND Robert (Tennessee Bob) Peckham [[email protected]] Juhl of Iowa City geurs. This was fol- Send copy of chapter constitution and by-laws to national headquarters West High School. [[email protected]]. lowed by the Fête du All Iowa members Bon Vieux Temps in wish to thank both of Cahokia, where living them for their dedi- restaurant. Owner John Pottie discussed history activities took place in Cahokia’s cation to and support of the teaching of the landmark 18th century buildings. Later in his vast collection of Jacquard silk tapes- th French language in Iowa. the evening participants were encouraged tries of the 19th and 20 centuries. As he Submitted by Ann Sunderland passed his Jacquard silk pictures around to attend the Colonial Mardi Gras Bal. All Region VII Representative who attended will be able to make French the table, all were awed by the detail and more relevant to their students due to their beauty of these masterworks. Apparently Kansas Chapter participation in this unique event. these fabrics have evoked the interest of a The chapter held its fall meeting in con- Submitted by Ann Sunderland Louvre museum representative, who has junction with the Kansas Foreign Language Region VII Representative visited Weston to view them. Association conference. Due to the initia- Submitted by Ann Sunderland tive of President Mary Alice Schroeger, a Greater Kansas City Chapter Region VII Representative number of French sessions were offered. The chapter was pleased to welcome Regional Representative Ann Sunderland back President Kathleen Madigan who re- Iowa Chapter presented two sessions, one of which ad- The chapter sponsored a Tête à Tête cently returned from a yearlong stay in dressed the advantages of becoming an gathering in collaboration with the Univer- Dakar, Senegal. She shared many of her AATF member. Following a brief business experiences in a PowerPoint presentation sity of Northern Iowa. President Sherri meeting, members proceeded to Alba, Mis- Condon worked with Dr. Anne Lair of UNI in for AATF members and members of the Al- souri, where they enjoyed an excellent order to organize this day-long event. Free liance française. Katie discussed her ex- French dinner. periences as a Fulbright lecturer/researcher to all French teachers, the purpose was to Over 400 students in Kansas participated promote the French language and its cul- at the École normale supérieure de Dakar. in the 2004 Grand Concours last spring. tures while also reaching out to new and Through pictures of her Senegalese col- Prizes consisting of medals, posters, but- leagues and friends, places visited and student teachers. All AATF members were tons, French notepads, books, and dictio- asked to invite a new teacher or a student music concerts attended, the attendees naries were distributed to chapter and na- teacher to attend in order to support those were able to enjoy a window into this West tional level winners. Several students per- Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 41 formed exceptionally well at the national pated in the contest organized by the Ser- ductive fall with a constant series of events level. The names of all chapter level and vice culturel de l’Ambassade de France, and bringing members together both profes- national level winners were published in the chapter. The students were joined by sionally and socially. Co-Presidents Mary the fall edition of the KFLA Bulletin. A sin- Evelyn David and Joyce Monroe and their Ellen Kasak-Saxler and Michèle cere note of thanks goes to Jean Salien, families. Many other chapter members at- Cassavante and other chapter officers or- who managed the contest for both the Kan- tended this beautiful ceremony which con- ganized and offered several workshops. sas and Kansas City chapters. cluded with a gourmet buffet offering spe- They sponsored a workshop on Martinique A grass roots program entitled “Deux cialties from Alsace and a special guided and Haiti that was very well attended. In Plus Un” has been launched by the chapter tour of the Statue. October the chapter was well represented in order to connect Kansas French teach- Pour la Journée pédagogique de la at the Minnesota Council on Teaching Lan- ers and mentor new teachers. This spe- NYCAFLT-UFT à John Jay College CUNY, guages and Cultures Conference with sev- cial program provides French teachers the le professeur Debra Popkin a présenté un eral workshop sessions presented by Min- opportunity to attend an informal social gath- atelier sur les chansons de Charles nesota AATF members. The annual dinner ering at least once every four months in one Aznavour, “Apprendre le français et la cul- that occurs as part of the conference was a of the larger population centers located ture française par la musique.” Mme Popkin great success. The dinner was attended throughout Kansas. The idea is to create a distribué aux professeurs de lycée et by twice as many members as in years past. local networking relationships and then d’université des informations sur la vie et It provided an opportunity to thank several have all French teachers come together l’œuvre d’Aznavour qui venait de fêter ses dedicated members for their years of out- once a year at the KFLA conference. A call 80 ans. Elle a montré des vidéos et a offert standing service to the chapter. Honored has gone out to members throughout the des suggestions pour exploiter ses chan- were Françoise Denis for her work as edi- state to spearhead “Deux Plus Un” social sons, “La Bohème,” “Hier encore,” “II faut tor of the chapter newsletter, Les Reflets and gatherings. It is hoped that this program savoir” et “Non, je n’ai rien oublié” pour La Rae Ellingson for her many years of ser- will help to promote and support the study enseigner la prononciation, la grammaire, vice as treasurer. Also honored was the of French in Kansas. le vocabulaire et les thèmes culturels. 2004 Teacher of the Year, Patricia Deckas- Submitted by Ann Sunderland Comme chaque chanson d’Aznavour est Becerra. A highly respected teacher of 34 Region VII Representative un petit sketch, les participants ont pu in- years, Pat is known for her generosity, creativity, energy and enthusiasm. Metropolitan New York Chapter venter des scènes dramatiques et des jeux The chapter remains committed to find- The chapter participated in the organi- de rôles pour expliquer ce qui s’est passé ing new ways to reach teachers and extend zation of the commemoration ceremonies avant la narration de la chanson et ce qui professional opportunities to new mem- in honor of the 100th anniversary of the death se passera par la suite. Plus de 40 bers. These efforts include underwriting of the sculptor Frédéric Bartholdi. Evelyn personnes ont assisté à cet atelier. À une the cost of participation in various chapter David and Harriet Saxon represented the table spéciale d’accueil, le chapitre a events such as the annual dinner, work- AATF on the committee to organize this very distribué des brochures sur le français et shops, and the book club for teachers in special event which took place on October le monde francophone et les événements their first three years of teaching. In addi- 3rd at the Statue of Liberty. The idea of the dans la région de New York. Il y a eu une tion, members have found that the listserv commemoration was initiated by Thierry tombola pour gagner un abonnement is timely and effective as a tool to share Kranzer, Associate Press Officer of the gratuit. Plusieurs nouveaux membres se ideas and information. United Nations, and the President of the sont inscrits à l’AATF ce jour-là. The Cercle de Lecture successfully con- Union alsacienne. French associations Françoise Santalis tinues into its fourth year as it brings to- from the metropolitan region were invited Présidente gether secondary and post-secondary to participate in the event. More than 300 Minnesota Chapter teachers for lively and rewarding discus- people attended on a magnificent Sunday The Minnesota chapter had a busy, pro- sions. Québécois writers have been fea- morning with a clear blue sky at the foot of the Statue. They were all welcomed by National Park Service Ranger Bill Maurer. Adrian Zeller, President of the Regional Council of Alsace, Richard Riehm, Mayor of Colmar, and François Brunagel, President of the International Union of Alsacians, were among the dig- nitaries who attended and presented special welcomes. A special presentation was made by two students who represented the winners of the Concours de la Statue de la Liberté, which had been held in 2001. The final awards ceremony never took place because th of the tragedy of September 11 . Two winners of the concours, Cynthia Ramirez, a former student of Evelyn David and Jonathan Balkan, a former student of Joyce Monroe, rep- Photo taken at the foot of the Statue of Liberty: (left to right) Harriet Saxon, Evelyn David, Cynthia resented the students who partici- Ramirez, Joyce Monroe, Jonathan Balkan 42 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) tured for two years. This year participants ceived chapter laureate certificates this remercions de nous offrir leurs services have chosen to explore several novels and year, and over 120 of those students also bénévoles. selected poems of Anne Hébert. won prizes. First through third place win- Nous voulons remercier Mel Bourgault The chapter looks forward once again to ners received medals. In addition, first place de ses services à notre chapitre en tant que strong participation in not only the Grand winners received a CD or a hardback book; secrétaire. Mel part à la retraite à la fin de Concours but also À Vous la parole. In second place prizes were a poster or a l’année. Elle a toutes sortes de projets dont 2004 the Grand Concours drew over 1500 book; and art reproductions were awarded je suis jalouse. Personnellement, je students and À Vous la parole over 800. to third place winners. Additional prizes, voudrais remercier les membres du The success of both contests is in large including art reproductions, books, and chapitre de leur soutien et de leurs encour- part due to the exceptional efforts of Mary notebook dictionaries, were awarded to the agements ces dernières années. J’ai été Ellen Weller, National French Contest Ad- other students who placed in the top 10% contente d’avoir pu participer et d’avoir pu ministrator, and Clare Hagen, co-coordina- in the state at each level. Contest revisions aider quelques uns d’entre vous avec mon tor of À Vous la parole. The chapter is grate- resulted in a record number of national ordinateur et mon peu de connaissances ful for their generous, dedicated service. medal winners: 43 in Nebraska! Among technologiques. D’après vos témoignages, In an attempt to foster relationships and them were two gold medallists and one sil- c’est un outil pratique que d’avoir une sorte provide a relaxing, enjoyable evening at a ver medallist. Peter Olds, Lincoln High, and de point central que l’on peut utiliser pour difficult time of year, chapter officers are or- Nicole Johnson, Papillion-LaVista South, collaborer, s’entr’aider et véhiculer des ganizing a first of its kind wine tasting event placed first nationally in Levels 5 and 2 re- messages. Donc, je continuerai à vous entitled “Un Tour de France, pas comme spectively. Eliza Buelt, Papillion-LaVista servir si vous avez besoin de communiquer les autres.” Scheduled for the end of April, South, placed second nationally. Congratu- avec les membres de notre groupe. this event was the most popular option lations to all the winners as well as to Nikki Marie-Claire Wheeler among several possibilities presented and McDonald who is contest administrator. Présidente discussed. Submitted by Ann Sunderland Ohio Chapter Submitted by Ann Sunderland Region VII Representative The chapter held a meeting at Case Region VII Representative New Hampshire Chapter Western Reserve University (CWRU). Invi- Nebraska Chapter Nous voilà de retour de la conférence à tations were extended to French teachers The Chapter met at the annual Nebraska Portmouth. Quel endroit magnifique! of the Cleveland Municipal School District International Language Association (NILA) Comme de coûtume nos collègues de and to La Maison française de Cleveland. Conference. President Stephen Plank pre- langues avaient fait le nécessaire pour CWRU French Professor and AATF mem- sented the French Teacher of the Year award rendre l’occasion professionnelle mais ber Cheryl Toman used a $500 chapter to Rosalie Goldberg for her outstanding aussi confortable pour nous tous. Merci! grant and other resources to organize a teaching in the Kearney Public School Sys- Plus d’une vingtaine de membres, weekend Multicultural Music Festival, “Mu- tem. Members voted to hold a Séjour sans jeunes et moins jeunes, sont venus à notre sic through the Storm: Women, War, Music souci weekend in the fall of 2005 to recruit réunion annuelle. Tout en prenant un pot and Identity.” Events included the session and mentor French teachers in the state. offert par notre organisation, nous avons where chapter needs were announced as The recent success of last March’s Auberge échangé nos points de vue sur différents well as scholarship opportunities and the de jeunesse, an organized weekend for 100 programmes auxquels certains d’entre upcoming national convention in Quebec high school French students in which they nous ont participé tels que le programme City. Chapter items discussed were prima- competed on teams in various French ac- de l’Université de Moncton dans la région rily the importance of dues payment (Sec- tivities, inspired the group to schedule an- acadienne (Mel Bourgault); atelier de retary/Treasurer Jean Morris is very active other for the fall of 2006. Perpignan (Diane Nichols). in attending to this area), and the continued National French Week in Nebraska was Barbara Cooper a parlé du livre Mon- search for a mentor liaison for the Tête à a busy time. Activities included a group in sieur Ibrahim et les Fleurs du Coran qui Tête pairing of veteran/retired teachers with Lincoln performing the short plays Tragédie, sera discuté à UNH; le Club Richelieu nous new/solo teachers. Active members re- Bronches, Un Remeugle, La Survivante, a encouragés à inscrire nos élèves au ceived a complimentary AATF-OH tee-shirt. and Le Goéland by author Jean-Michel concours oratoire Marcel Bourque. After a light buffet, approximately thirty mem- Ribes and organized by AATF member Nous avons ensuite présenté Georgia bers and invited guests participated in a Marshall Olds of the University of Nebraska, Jarell qui est notre toute nouvelle round table discussion with noted Franco- a TPR story-telling workshop in French for responsable pour «advocacy». Ginny phone artists: Evelyne Accad, originally from young children at the Children’s Museum Pinard (trésorière) nous a montré une vidéo Lebanon, who composes and sings in in Omaha by AATF member Emily sur un atelier Molière qui a eu lieu en mars. French; Marylene Ingremeau, a French Kaminski, a contemporary French music Après avoir décidé d’augmenter de 3$ singer integrating Western and Eastern in- presentation for 65 students at Creighton notre cotisation annuelle pour l’année fluences; Kristin Lems, an American Preparatory High School by Creighton Uni- prochaine, nous avons élu un nouveau folksinger who has lived in Algeria; and versity Professor David Vanderboegh, and comité d’administration. C’est avec plaisir Moroccan percussionist Kouhen Khalid. the showing of the French film Cross My que nous vous annonçons donc que Chapter members were very involved Heart at the University of Nebraska at Michelle Cotnoir est maintenant secrétaire; during the cosponsored Central States/Ohio Omaha. Barbara Cooper Vice-présidente; et Celeste Foreign Language Association Conference Participation in the National French Con- Feren, Présidente; Janice Hennessey est in Columbus. Since Vice-President test increased considerably in Nebraska in «mentor chairwoman» pour aider tout Deborah Stout serves on the OFLA Execu- 2004: 967 students and 37 teachers repre- nouveau professeur ou programme. Jim tive Board as our representative, numer- senting 28 schools participated. Once Lambert continue à diriger le Grand ous Francophile events were coordinated again, many prizes were awarded to honor Concours, et Ginny Pinard est trésorière. with the conference. Member Sarah the achievements of Nebraska’s young Nous souhaitons la bienvenue à notre Shackleford serves as our advocacy liaison, French scholars. Over 250 participants renouveau bureau exécutif et nous les Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 43 linking membership to promoting French The chapter held its annual business AATF MEMBERSHIP DRIVE within the classroom and in the learning meeting during the Wisconsin Association 2005 community, and in keeping political aware- of Foreign Language Teachers (WAFLT) The AATF is again sponsoring a mem- ness at a forefront. After the annual Busi- conference. The meeting featured Brigid bership recruitment campaign. Member- ness Meeting where national President Globensky, Education Director at the Mil- ship in your professional association is the Margot Steinhart and Executive Director waukee Art Museum, who spoke about the business of each member. Just as we seek Jayne Abrate shared thoughts, members upcoming Degas exhibit and how teachers to promote the study of French among our flowed directly into a wine tasting spon- can use the exhibit as a focus in the class- students and administrators, we must also sored by McDougal Littell, a very popular room. (information available at promote membership in the AATF to all our event led by Region II (New England) Rep- [www.mam.org]). Members also met colleagues, in particular our younger col- resentative Jean-Pierre Berwald. Members Nicolas Gachon, director of France-Syner- leagues. We ask you to reinforce the ben- had the choice of attending a wonderful folk gies, the new French Resource Center at efits of belonging to a professional asso- guitar concert by Josée Vachon or going to the UW-Madison [www.france-synergies. ciation to your colleagues. a French restaurant. Two other Francophile org]. Most importantly, Ann Line was recog- sessions among many during the confer- nized as the 2004 Distinguished French How It Works ence included an all-day French immersion Educator of Wisconsin. Ann, who retired in We are offering a special three-for-one workshop and a well attended book dis- June after over thirty years of teaching French incentive to current members to recruit new cussion of Anne Hébert’s Kamouraska. in Wisconsin, has actively served the chap- members. If the current member can get Submitted by Rita Stroempl ter as president, Concours Oral coordina- three new members to join, 2005 member- President tor and presenter at WAFLT and SWAAF con- ship will be free. The requirements are: ferences. The chapter also honored Jean South Dakota Chapter ♦ the three new members’ forms with Mano (Racine) and David Hammond (St. The chapter met at the annual confer- payment must be mailed together John’s Military Academy) with Certificates ence of the South Dakota World Language to National Headquarters with the of Recognition for their dedication to the Association. President Scott Fish presided sponsoring AATF member’s name chapter as Secretary-Treasurer and Coor- over the meeting that was preceded by a prominently indicated; dinator of the Concours Oral, respectively. luncheon. All attendees received a list of ♦ the current member’s preprinted re- Finally, new officers were introduced. Mary AATF members in the state of South Da- newal invoice should, if possible, ac- Mann (Brookfield Central) is president-elect, kota, as well as names and addresses of company the three new forms; and will take over in July 2005. Wanda others interested in the teaching of French. ♦ Rimstead-Meyer (Amery High School) the if the current member has already AATF members present decided to work new Secretary-Treasurer, has already taken paid dues for 2005, the free mem- together on a simple advocacy idea related over the reins. Paula Shewmake bership will be applied to the next to National French Week. Each member (Manitowoc) and David Wyatt (Nicolet) are calendar year; no refunds will be was asked to organize a French-related the new coordinators of the Concours Oral made. event in his or her school or town. Any type and the Grand Concours. Thanks to all the If you are a teacher trainer, we ask you to of event that celebrated the French language new officers for your commitment to the encourage your students who are planning and Francophone cultures was encour- chapter. a career in teaching French to join as stu- aged. At the completion of these events, Félicitations to Wisconsin members who dent members. Membership forms are teachers were invited to send pertinent in- have achieved National Board Certification! available on the AATF Web site [www. formation to Scott, who put together a com- They are Paula Shewmake, Lisa Myer, Jaci frenchteachers.org], or we will send mem- plete list for the SDWLA listserv. He also Collins, and Teri Knight. bership forms to anyone who requests sent out press releases to state newspa- Submitted by Ann Sunderland them. pers and television stations. It is hoped Region VII Representative If you have access to state or local mail- that this free publicity about French language ing lists of French teachers or members of and Francophone cultures, as well as the other language organizations, please think importance of studying French, will serve to 2005 AATF EXCELLENCE IN to forward those lists to us, and we will verify promote the study of French throughout the TEACHING AWARD WINNERS whether or not they are already members state of South Dakota. of the AATF and, if not, do a special mailing The AATF Dorothy Ludwig Excellence in Submitted by Ann Sunderland to them. The lists must be current and must Teaching Award Committee is pleased to Region VII Representative contain specifically French teachers. announce the winners for this year’s out- Please help us recruit new and veteran Wisconsin Chapter standing teaching award. teachers to help the AATF continue to be a The chapter kicked off the school year The winner at the post-secondary level dynamic and growing organization! with a meeting of SWAAF, the Southeast is Professor Betsy Kerr, member of the De- Wisconsin Academic Alliance in French, of partment of French and Italian at the Uni- which the chapter is a charter member. versity of Minnesota. Members convened on the campus of the The winner at the secondary level is CELEBRATE University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Claude Gérard Boutin who teaches French enjoyed a repeat performance of Anita’s and chairs the Foreign Language Depart- NATIONAL FRENCH session about French bashing and toler- ment at the Fort Ben Baptist Academy in WEEK: NOV. 2-8, 2005 ance. Anita and Larry Kuiper (UW-Milwau- Sugar Land, Texas. kee) also shared the national advocacy ini- The winners will be honored at a spe- Take French out of the tiative under the direction of “Tennessee cial awards luncheon to take place this July classroom and into the Bob” Peckham, and the chapter’s new Web at the AATF Annual Meeting in Quebec city. community! site entitled “Why Wisconsin Needs French” Jean-Pierre Berwald (www.uwm.edu/~alkhas/winfrench/). Chair, 2005 Award Committee

44 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) MOTS CHASSÉS: Exercices sur l’article «la Vie des mots» paru dans la French Review, Vol. 78, No. 1 (October 2004). Le corrigé se trouve à la page 51. I. Barrez le mot erroné et remplacez-le par le mot juste. 1. Le bac est un examen interne 2. 80% d’une période d’âge devrait réussir au bac. 3. Les copies de bac sont envoyées à un centre reproducteur. 4. Les épreuves anticipées de français se passent en classe de terminale. 5. Le latin est une langue vivante. 6. Dans le bac L ce sont les maths et la physique qui prédominent. 7. Toutes les notes des élèves apparaissent dans le livre scolaire. 8. Le bac S.T.I. est un bac littéraire. 9. L’anglais en France s’enseigne à doses intensives. 10. Mr X. est ministre d’Académie. II. Commencez une proposition avec si en utilisant le verbe donné au temps exigé et terminez la phrase. 1. Si je (avoir au plus-que-parfait) le bac, ______. 2. S’il (réviser à l’imparfait) son bac sérieusement, ______. 3. Si le jury (être au présent) souverain ______. 4. Si cet élève (orienter au plus-que-parfait) dans cette filière S, ______. 5. Si cette épreuve (se dérouler au plus que parfait) en deux heures, ______. III. Remplacer les blancs par l’adverbe approprié (mal, bien, beaucoup, déjà, trop, encore). 1. Je suis navrée: les épreuves de mes élèves se sont ______déroulées. 2. Il est trop tard: votre dernière mauvaise note est ______annexée à votre livret scolaire. 3. Tu ne comprends donc rien! Tu as ______fait les mêmes fautes dans ton thème anglais! 4. _____ c’est _____! J’en ai assez de corriger tant de copies. 5. Le bac L est paraît-il ______plus facile que le bac S. IV. Développer les sigles suivants: 1. le bac S.T.T. 2. le bac E.S. 3. le bac S.TI. 4. L.V.1 5. Le bac S.M.S V. Trouver dans la seconde colonne le mot qui correspond à chaque définition. A. qui se renouvelle chaque semaine 1. massicot B préparer le bac superficiellement et rapidement 2. anonyme C. machine à couper le papier 3. Académie D. personne dont on ignore le nom 4. hebdomadaire E. Circonscription universitaire 5. bachoter

Colette Dio, Nancy, France

Used with permission of the American Association of Teachers of French, National Bulletin, Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005). AATF, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510. EASTFIELD COLLEGE RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS FULBRIGHT- CÉLÉBRATION DU BICENTENAIRE DE LA HAYS GRANT AWARD FOR SUMMER SEMINAR IN SENEGAL NAISSANCE DE GEORGE SAND À MEREDITH COLLEGE The U.S. Department of Education lectures by Senegalese faculty; visits to En 2004, les Département de Langues Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad Koranic schools, public schools, and et Littératures étrangères et de Musique de Program (GPA) recently awarded Eastfield university; visits with Senegalese officials; Meredith College se sont associés pour College $66,000 to support a short-term participation in service learning projects commémorer la naissance de l’écrivain seminar in Senegal, West Africa. Dr. Sherry and visits to important historical and romantique en organisant ensemble un Dean, Eastfield College professor of cultural venues. festival George Sand/Frédéric Chopin. Speech and French, and Dr. Lincoln Upon returning to the U.S., the AATF will Parmi les événements qui nous ont donné Rolling, Professor of History and Govern- help facilitate the participants’ final devel- le bonheur de redécouvrir l’œuvre et la ment at Cedar Valley College, will lead the opment of teaching unit projects. Eastfield personnalité des deux artistes, il y eut seminar entitled “History, Religion, and will develop and maintain a Web site of d’abord l’excellent spectacle dramatique Cultures in Senegal” (HRCS). projects so that the impact of this short- George Sand-Gustave Flaubert, échanges The Fulbright-Hays GPA Short-Term term seminar will be felt throughout Dallas épistolaires créé par Catherine Masson Seminar Program provides grants to help County and the State of Texas. “We are sur la base de l’abondante integrate international studies into an extremely grateful to be awarded the correspondance entre les deux auteurs. educational institution’s general curricu- Fulbright as it will enable us to expand Devant une salle comble composée lum. Dr. Dean established the first Dallas important educational and community d’étudiants, de professeurs et de County Community College System’s building projects between the DCCC and francophiles de tous poils, les deux Senegal Summer Seminar in 1998 while a our Senegalese partners,” says Dr. Dean. acteurs français Claude Beauclair (dans le professor of French and Speech at “Fulbright-Hays Training Grants are rôle de Gustave Flaubert) et Françoise Mountain View College. Since that time, arguably the most prestigious and most Mojeret (dans le rôle de George Sand) se more than 50 students, faculty, and staff competitive awards for international edu- sont entretenus à batons rompus pendant have studied in West Africa. Dr. Dean cation,” says Dr. Cheryl Green, Dean of plus d’une heure sur des sujets chers aux continues her leadership in global educa- Resource & Community Development at deux romanciers. tion at Eastfield College. Eastfield College. “These awards are Ce fut ensuite le tour d’Adam Wibrowski, The purpose of the Seminar is to usually awarded to four year colleges and professeur au Conservatoire de Paris, provide fourteen participants with a four- universities, such as Yale, Stanford, and d’évoquer, dans une conférence pleine de week immersion experience into the Princeton. Very few Fulbright grants are verve et d’humour, l’univers musical des historical, sociocultural, educational, reli- awarded to two-year institutions. This grant deux artistes pendant leurs divers séjours gious, and political systems of Senegal. is affirmation of not only the strength and à Paris. La projection du film provocant de Participants will learn and practice key excellence of Dr. Dean and Dr. Rolling’s Diane Kurys, Les Enfants du siècle (1999), terms and phrases in Wolof and French Senegal project, but also the support of nous permit de partager les déchirements relevant to understanding these topics and international education throughout the qu’éprouva Sand pendant sa liaison to facilitate travel. This seminar, conducted Dallas County Community Colleges.” tumultueuse avec le jeune et tourmenté in June 2006, will provide opportunities for For more information, contact Dr. Sherry Alfred de Musset. public school and college area studies Dean, professor of Speech and French Enfin, sous la houlette des professeurs and French teachers with knowledge of and HRCS Program Director, at (972) 860- James Fogle, Brent Pitts, et Véronique Francophone West Africa, enabling them 7129 or Dr. Cheryl Green, Dean of Machelidon, fut créé, sous le titre «Une to internationalize their curriculum. Each Resource & Community Development, at Soirée chez George Sand et Frédéric participant will be responsible for develop- (972) 860-8379. Chopin à Nohant», un récital public de ing a teaching unit (product/project) that textes littéraires et d’œuvres musicales. may be disseminated to other teachers Les étudiantes de musique et de français, and college faculty throughout the State of SELF-STUDY GUIDE soutenues par leurs professeurs, eurent Texas. TO THE l’occasion de goûter les feux de la rampe The Project is conducted in collabora- et d’exprimer les profondes connivences tion with Cedar Valley College, the North WORLD WIDE WEB artistiques entre la romancière et le génial Texas Chapter of the AATF, Lycée Ameth IN FRENCH compositeur franco-polonais. Trois con- Fall (St. Louis, Senegal), Université Gaston certs Chopin ont clos ce festival qui, nous Berger, The Summer Institute of Linguis- Learn how to... l’espérons, a permis à de nombreux tics International, and Caritas, the Catholic • Surf the Web. Caroliniens de tous âges de découvrir Relief Services of Senegal. DCCC faculty deux figures emblématiques du in area studies or French and North Texas • Find French resource materials. romantisme français. secondary school teachers in area studies • Create your own Web page. Si vous désirez accueillir dans votre or French are eligible to apply. Selected école la troupe de Meredith College dans participants will be paired with Senegalese • Talk about the Web in French. le récital, «Une Soirée chez George Sand counterparts who will assist in the • Use Web materials in the et Frédéric Chopin à Nohant», contactez le collection of artifacts and in-country re- classroom. Professeur Véronique Machelidon à sources to strengthen the teaching/cur- [[email protected]]. Enfin, le riculum unit projects that will be created. In French or English! site [www.meredith.edu/forlang/] fournit de Participants must commit to enroll in plus amples informations sur le pro- two college-level courses for four credit www.frenchteachers.org/ gramme. hours and complete three international technology/self/ Véronique Machelidon service learning projects for a total of 15 Meredith College (NC) hours. Among the planned activities are 46 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) INCREASING FRENCH ENROLLMENT IN MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Two years ago Glenview District selecting French as their 34 opened a brand new middle future language choice! school, Attea, in addition to my ex- The publicity contin- isting middle school, Springman. ues in the spring when For any other teacher, this would we either visit the el- be great news. For a French ementary schools with a teacher with dwindling enroll- short program or have ments, it was a reaffirmation of the elementary students having to get out there and really visit us. We let our own rally for saving the French pro- French students be in gram! It was up to my colleague charge of the promotion. and me to invigorate the French They talk with the fifth curriculum and to get the word out grade students about to the fifth graders that French was why they have selected indeed the place to be. French, about school ac- The first place to start was the tivities and field trips, “Fifth Grade Parents’ Information and, most of all, the fun Nights,” held in the spring. We they have participating in came armed with pamphlets about “Why rant. Chef Charlie Socher makes a special Le Grand Concours. The best publicity of- Learn French,” “Where French is Spoken in plat for the group, and there is always a ten turns out to be our own students. By the World,” and a list of all of the Illinois theme for the event. One time a Moroccan giving students choices and ownership in companies that hire French speakers. We spoke about Morocco and Chef Charlie learning French, we can continue to suc- fielded the most difficult questions given the served a wonderful tagine et couscous. cessfully increase our enrollments! current political environment and the erro- This year, the sixth grade classes will Marianne Hockman neous belief that “Spanish is easier to visit the Field Museum and partake in an Glenview School District learn.” We explained to parents that one of program on French West Africa. The sev- Chicago, IL the basic premises of middle school phi- enth graders visit the Art Institute yearly to losophy is that students should be given view and study Impressionist Art. At every choices. When students select their own opportunity, we invite French-speaking language, they feel ownership and will try guests to class to talk about their country or AATF MAY WORKSHOP IN to be successful in it. This explanation that their personal experiences living in another CHICAGO their child should have input in the deci- country. We have welcomed guest speak- A one-and-a-half day workshop sion-making process netted us each two ers from Belgium, France, and Quebec. “Comprendre et utiliser les médias français large sixth grade classes. Being also a One of the most important things we en classe de langue,” with Jean-Noël Rey, Spanish speaker, I appealed to the Span- have done is to establish a thriving French media specialist at le Centre de Liaison de ish-speaking parents in the audience that Club. At both middle schools we have com- l’enseignement et des médias d’information their child belonged in the French class- bined the French and Spanish clubs into (CLEMI), in Paris will take place May 6-7 on room where he/she would be challenged one large social club, the Global Language the campus of Northwestern University, and engaged in learning “a cousin lan- Club. It meets monthly and includes guest Evanston, IL. Sponsored by the Chicago/ guage” to Spanish. speakers, Mardi Gras celebrations, mini film Northern Illinois AATF Chapter, French Cul- The French Department has made ex- festivals, and arts and crafts sessions. We tural Service, Northwestern University, and tracurricular activities and field trips a vital also use the club to plan two major events: North Park University (Chicago), this event part of our curriculum. From sixth grade La Semaine du Français and National For- will include Friday morning and afternoon continuing through eighth grade, we inte- eign Language Week. This year the stu- sessions with M. Rey (including breakfast grate the students into the French-speak- dents decided to kick off la Semaine du and a box lunch) as well as a Saturday ing community. Field trips this year included Français by designing their own t-shirts for morning session (breakfast included) fol- French cooking demonstrations. After the the opening day’s events. Our art teacher lowed by the AATF Spring Chapter luncheon demonstration I sent students on a scav- volunteered to be the photographer and took and awards ceremony. Cost for the full enger hunt. The shopkeepers in the area many photos which we proudly displayed workshop is $70. A one-half day Saturday were very willing to place French items in in our trophy case for all to see. Both middle option is also available for a $50 fee. Illi- their windows to help with the hunt. Many of schools had the front halls decorated with nois CPDUs will be available for both days my students returned home with fresh ba- blue, white, and red balloons and special of the workshop. Local and Chicago hotel guettes under their arms to share with their planned events throughout the entire week. and restaurant information will be available families. We had students make the morning an- on request as well as transportation infor- Other field trips have included a visit to nouncements in French and held trivia con- mation for Saturday evening dining and cul- the Museum of Contemporary Art where we tests. We created a special French menu tural events in Chicago. To register or to engaged a French-speaking docent to prepared by the cafeteria staff at all the el- obtain further information, please contact: guide the eighth graders through the cur- ementary schools in the district. During la Eileen Walvoord, Program Chair, AATF NoIL/ rent exposition at the museum. Afterwards, Semaine du Français and National Foreign Chicago, 2525 Lawndale Avenue, Evanston, we sampled crêpes and shopped for choco- Language Week we decorate the halls of IL 60201; Tel: 847.626.2139/847.328.9516; lates. the elementary schools with promotional Fax: 847.626.3340; [eilwal@niles- Every spring, as part of their food unit, and informational French posters to better hs.k12.il.us]. the eighth graders dine at a French restau- inform the fifth graders about learning and Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 47 SPECIAL OFFER: NEW AATF FLYER The AATF has produced a new flyer targeting school guidance counselors. Entitled “Help Wanted: Encourage Students to Learn French,” it outlines how studying French can provide important career advantages for students. The flyer was developed by the AATF Commission on High Schools. For a short time, limited quantities of the flyer will be offered to AATF members free of charge. Send a self-addressed stamped business-size envelope to National Headquarters with a note requesting the new flyer. $.37 postage required for 4 copies of the flyer $.60 postage required for 9 copies of the flyer As usual, the flyer is available in larger quantities for the member price of $.10 per copy or in any quantities to non-members at $.20 per copy. Mail your SASE and request to AATF Flyer, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510.

AATF PROMOTIONAL KIT We have put together this promotional kit offered for only $50 to help teachers promote French during National French Week and throughout the year. For complete descriptions of all of these materials as well as other items available from the AATF, see the Materials Center listing on page 58. All items can be purchased separately. The Promotional Kit includes the following: • A set of 8 one-page promotional flyers suitable for duplication (appeared in past issues of the National Bulletin) • 100 copies of the flyer Why Learn French? • 100 copies of the flyer Top 10 Reasons to Learn French • 100 copies of the flyer Speaking French: An Investment in the Future _____ 25 copies of the Why French FLES*? flyer (optional at no extra cost; check if you would like to receive them) • 10 Forward with French bumper stickers • one AATF promotional video (Please indicate your choice; select only one.) _____ Le Français m'ouvre le monde _____ Forward with French _____ Forward with FLES* • one AATF guide or FLES* report (Please indicate your choice; select only one.) _____ Calendrier perpétuel _____ Travel Guide _____ FLES* report (See page 58 for descriptions and titles; specify by year.) • promotional items (Select only one.) _____ 25 Le Français en Amérique du Nord notepads _____ 25 On est les meilleurs! buttons _____ 25 Forward with French pens Total ($50 per kit): ______This entire kit is available for $50 (postpaid). This represents a 15% savings over ordering the items individually. Payment accepted by check or school purchase order. This form must accompany all orders.

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Telephone: ______Home ______Work ______48 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 2005 NC STATE FRENCH FESTIVAL The French Section French. of the Department of For- 15. The French teachers are better than eign Languages and Lit- the Spanish teachers in my school. eratures at North Caro- Additional information on the 2005 lina State University French Festival is available at [http:// sponsored a French social.chass.ncsu.edu/~adlerd]. Click on Festival for Wake County 2005 French Festival. middle school and high Diane Fagin Adler school teachers and NC State University students of French. This [[email protected]] event was timed to celebrate the 2005 Year of Languages. 620 middle AATF WEB SITE school and high school students participated. www.frenchteachers.org The total attendance at the event was approxi- 2005 AWARD FOR STATE mately 800 people. Festival, Wake County teachers and admin- SUPERVISOR OF THE YEAR The event brought together students and istrators and the NC State French faculty Since 2003, the publishing company teachers in grades 6-12 with NC State’s have established a partnership/collabora- Pearson Prentice Hall has sponsored an French-studies students, French faculty, and tion which has enhanced their professional annual award for National State Supervisor French-speaking community volunteers relationship. of the Year. The 2005 Award for State Su- who acted as judges and monitors of the Funding for the event has been provided pervisor of the Year will be presented in No- seven competitions in Talent (related to by grants from the AATF (national), the AATF vember at the ACTFL Pre-Convention Meet- French or Francophone cultures), Cultural North Carolina chapter, the Foreign Lan- ings of the National Council of State Super- Exhibits, Poetry Recitation, Spelling Bee, guage Association of North Carolina and visors for Languages (NCSSFL) and the Na- Original Group Dramatics, Theater Perfor- from funding received by the Department of tional Association of District Supervisors of mance, and Traditional Songs. In addition, Foreign Languages and Literatures as part Foreign Languages (NADSFL). several school groups performed a Lip of their Departmental Teaching Award. The purpose of this award is to acknowl- Synch Exhibition. Costumes and props cel- RESULTS OF 600 STUDENT QUESTION- edge outstanding foreign language super- ebrated the diverse Francophone cultures. NAIRES: WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO visory leadership at the state level among Individual students and groups won first, STUDY FRENCH RATHER THAN ANOTHER professionals whose leadership in facili- second, and third place plaques for their LANGUAGE? tating the implementation of standards- school. Teachers received a teacher-train- 1. It’s a pretty/beautiful/elegant based reform and advocacy for foreign lan- ing textbook to enhance their teaching language. guages has had a profound impact in their skills. Students received a Certificate of 2. My parent/sibling/grandparent/ state and others throughout the country. Participation, a pen with French-language friend/exchange student studied/ Nominations for this award will be ac- slogans, and won door prizes (posters of speaks it. cepted from state foreign language organi- the Eiffel Tower, the TGV, and the Arc de 3. It is the most practical/useful zations, the five regional foreign language Triomphe), French-language books (Le language for my career: work as or organizations, and national language-spe- Petit Prince), French-language games in NHL/dancer/chef/translator/ cific organizations. Should you have any (Mille Bornes), French-language software musician/scientist/fashion de- questions related to the nomination and se- and candy from France, Belgium and Swit- signer/business/apparel marketing/ lection process, please contact Arleen zerland. Teachers also received door prizes international trade/artist/Doctors Burns, NCSSFL Awards Committee Chair, of Francophone candies, sweatshirts (“Je Without Borders, etc. at [[email protected]]. parle, j’enseigne, j’adore le français”), and 4. I wanted to take a different lan- If your organization is interested in spon- gift certificates. guage than my family/friends. soring a state supervisor as a nominee for For entertainment, Michèle Darrah, 5. It’s the language of love/romance/ the 2005 award, please note that the dead- President of the Alliance française of Ra- girls like it. line for submission of the required materi- leigh-Durham-Chapel Hill and member of 6. I have relatives/heritage in a als to the chair of the NCSSFL Award Com- the NC State French faculty led a sing-along French-speaking country: France/ mittee is June 1, 2005. Please mail these of French songs. Quebec/Haiti, etc. materials to: Arleen Burns, Curriculum Informational tables from the NC State 7. I have traveled/lived in France/ Leadership Unit, California Department of Bookstore, French Studies and Study Abroad Quebec/England. Education, 1430 N Street, Suite 4309, Sac- answered questions about programs and 8. French is used all over the world. ramento, CA 95814. possibilities. 9. I am a native speaker of Spanish. Thank you in advance for your efforts to Wake County students benefited from 10. I do not like/failed Spanish or I took acknowledge leadership at the state level the event by being given the opportunity to Spanish in elementary/middle in our field. As a profession, it is necessary apply their French-language skills to real- school and did not like it. to continue to support current leaders as world and simulated situations beyond the 11. No room in Spanish classes. well as to cultivate new leadership for the classroom. They left the event with a greater 12. I like the French culture. future of foreign language education. Cri- knowledge and appreciation of diversity 13. French is easy. teria for the award can be found on the and other cultures. As a result of the French 14. Because African countries speak NCSSFL Web site at [www.ncssfl.org]. Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 49 PROMOTIONAL FLYERS TO ENLIVEN YOUR CLASSROOM

French By the Numbers AATF's newest promotional flyer. White on red flyer highlights dozens of statistics on the presence of the French language in the world and the importance of the French economy in the global marketplace and particularly to the American economy. 50 copies @$5.00; 100 copies @ $10 (member prices); 20 cents each for quantities larger than 250. French is Not a "Foreign" Language New promotional flyer. Black and white on forest green flyer illustrates how close English and French are. An easily understandable text written in French as well as an English paragraph full of French words and phrases make it clear that French is not a "foreign" language. 50 copies @$5.00; 100 copies @ $10 (member prices); 20 cents each for quantities larger than 250. Why Learn French Attractive blue and green on white flyer presents French as a language for business, jobs, travel, and global communication. 50 copies @$5.00; 100 copies @ $10 (member prices); 20 cents each for quantities larger than 250. Speaking French: an investment in the future Red, white, and blue brochure explains why French is a world language! It explains why today’s French student isn’t only learning a language rich in history and culture but also is opening a door to greater career opportunities. 50 copies @$5.00; 100 copies @ $10 (member prices); 20 cents each for quantities larger than 250. Top Ten Reasons to Learn French (published by the French Cultural Services and the AATF) A red, white, and blue brochure which lists 10 excellent reasons why students should learn French, including increasing their advantage in the global job market and improving their critical and creative thinking skills. 50 copies @$5.00; 100 copies @ $10 (member prices); 20 cents each for quantities larger than 250. New! Why French FLES*? (developed by the AATF FLES* Commission) This color flyer offers reasons and testimonials on the importance of beginning the study of French at a young age. Use it to promote the importance of French in the elementary schools. 50 copies @$5.00; 100 copies @ $10 (member prices); 20 cents each for quantities larger than 250. To order these materials send your order and check to AATF Materials Center, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510.

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50 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) LE GRAND CONCOURS 2005 ACHIEVES LONG-TERM GOAL AATF SEEKS TELEMATICS OVER 100,000 STUDENTS ENROLLED! COMMISSION CHAIR In 1997, with a record Concours enroll- April 20: Statistics on enrollment and The AATF is currently looking for a volun- ment of 80,601 students, former Director of scores; scoring keys; and tape scripts teer to serve as Chair of the AATF Commis- the National French Contest, Sid posted to the Concours Web site. sion on Telematics and New Technologies. Teitelbaum, proposed a lofty goal: he sug- May 1: National Prizes are sent to local The person chosen needs to have experi- gested that AATF would be able to enroll Chapters for distribution ence creating and maintaining a Web site, 100,000 students in Le Grand Concours by must be familiar with Microsoft Front Page, June 1: Visit the Concours Web site to the year 2000. and should have experience conducting express your opinions–take a survey 2000 came, and while the Concours had workshops for teachers. He or she must prepared by the National Committee increased enrollment by over 12,000 stu- be an AATF member and be at ease with dents to 92,536 students, we were short of July 2005: Meet some of Le Grand technical terminology in French. Experi- his vision of 100,000 students. Concours National Committee in Que- ence with e-commerce, interactive Web It has taken us five additional years, but bec at the AATF Convention to discuss sites, discussion groups and listservs is we have finally exceeded the number that the results of the survey and our plans desirable. many thought could never be reached. As for 2006 and beyond. The Commission Chair should be com- of press time, enrollment in Le Grand Lisa Narug mitted to recruiting and organizing other Concours 2005 is 103,000 students–a Director, Le Grand Concours member volunteers to create pedagogical 4.5% increase over 2004 figures. [[email protected]] and promotional materials for the AATF Web Many, many thanks are offered to all who site. He or she should be willing to provide advice and assistance to chapters and com- helped us achieve this memorable goal: CHECK THE WEB FOR missions who wish to create their own Web • New teachers, trying Le Grand UPDATES Concours for the first time this year– sites or Web materials. He or she should we hope you and your students do The Web site will have regular up- be willing to work with Commission mem- well and that you return for many years. dates on AATF activities including bers to organize training workshops for AATF • Current AATF members who worked Scholarships, National French Week, members. hard to increase participation by en- Awards [www.frenchteachers.org]. The Commission Chair will work with couraging both their colleagues and the Executive Director to develop material their students. for the AATF Web site, but he or she is not • School officials who recognize the im- CORRIGÉ DES EXERCICES expected to serve as Webmaster. Mem- portance of and support Le Grand sur l’article «La Vie des mots» paru dans bers interested in this position should send Concours. la French Review, Vol. 78, No. 1 (October a letter of interest detailing their technical • AATF Chapters who encourage par- 2004). Les activités se trouvent à la page experience and a current CV to AATF Head- ticipation on the local level by provid- 45. quarters, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois ing support for local prizes and volun- I. 1. interne > externe University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510; E- teers to help with the massive task of 2. période > classe mail: [[email protected]]. distribution, administration, as well as 3. reproducteur > distributeur monetary contributions in support of 4. terminale > première 5. vivante > morte Le Grand Concours. AATF PLACEMENT BUREAU • The National Chairs of Le Grand 6. L > S Concours and their committee mem- 7. livre > livret The AATF offers its members a Place- bers for their hard work, dedication, 8. littéraire > professionnel ment Bureau service. We publish a monthly and willingness to adapt Le Concours 9. intensives > homéopathiques job list of positions in French at the univer- into a more meaningful experience for 10. ministre > recteur sity level. Although the labor involved in co- all. II. 1. Si j’avais eu ... j’aurais pu aller à ordinating a job list for K-12 positions is • And finally, our biggest thanks go to l’université. prohibitive, we do occasionally get calls the local Chapter Contest Administra- 2. S’il révisait ... il aurait des chances from schools looking for K-12 teachers. tors: without these dedicated, indefati- de réussir. These announcements are directed to the gable individuals, Le Grand Concours 3. Si le jury est ... il n’y a aucun recours Babillard on the AATF Web site [www. would not be possible. These caring possible. frenchteachers. org]. We also offer a dos- people answer questions, promote Le 4. Si cet élève avait été orienté ... il sier service which is available to teachers Grand Concours and French, request aurait pu devenir ingénieur. at all levels who want a secure place to donations, search out testing sites, 5. Si cette épreuve s’était déroulée ... maintain their complete placement file. plan for prizes and ceremonies, and j’aurais pu terminer à temps. The job list subscription is $15 per year. even help out those of us who might III. 1. mal; 2. déjà; 3. encore; 4. trop ... Dossier service is an additional $15 for 12 forget an important deadline to make trop; 5. beaucoup mailings (additional mailings are $1.50 sure that all students have the chance IV. 1. Sciences et Techniques du Tertiaire each). There is a $5 charge for members to participate. MERCI! 2. Économique et Social living outside the U.S. For more informa- 3. Sciences et Technologies tion, contact AATF Placement Bureau, Upcoming schedule Industrielles Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Chapter results are returned to local 4. Langue Vivante Un Carbondale, IL 62901-4510; Telephone: Chapter Contest Administrators as the an- 5. Sciences Médico-sociales (618) 453-5732; Fax: (618) 453-5733; E- swer sheets are scored. V. A > 4; B > 5; C > 1; D > 2; E > 3 mail: [[email protected]]. April 15: National results and rankings released to the local Chapters. Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 51 NEW POSTER SERIES

We are pleased to announce a series of six promotional posters for French teachers. The posters are full-color 11x17” based on the themes “Parlez-vous...histoire?” “Parlez-vous...cuisine?” “Parlez-vous...civilisation?” “Parlez-vous...sciences?” “Parlez-vous...sports?” and finally “Parlez-vous...français?” They were designed especially for the AATF with support from a grant from the French Cultural Service and the AATF. The brightly-colored abstract posters suggest many aspects of French and Francophone cultures that can be treated in the classroom. A 123-page guide for using the posters to promote French is included. Thumbnail sketches of the six posters can be viewed on the AATF Web site at [www.frenchteachers.org/] under National Headquarters. To order enclose a check or purchase order for $15 and mail it to AATF Posters, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510; Fax: (618) 453-5733.

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TANT QU’ELLE CHANTE, ELLE VIT apprendre le français grâce à l’héritage de Carole Fredericks Now available in DVD format This program, now available in DVD as well as video, a joint venture of the AATF and CDF Music Legacy, LLC, is based on the music of Carole Fredericks, an African-American singer who emigrated to France in 1979. The packet includes six music videos and a workbook featuring pedagogical activities. Because Carole was a protegee of Jean-Jacques Goldman, he has written a special tribute about her for the workbook. Mail or fax this form with payment to AATF Materials, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4510; fax: 618-453-5733. Tant qu’elle chante, elle vit video and workbook _____ set(s) $40 per set (member price); $45 (non-member). Includes postage & handling. Tant qu’elle chante, elle vit DVD and workbook _____ set(s) $50 per set (member price); $55 (non-member). Includes postage & handling. Total enclosed ______Check enclosed. Make check payable to AATF. _____ Credit card (Visa or Mastercard only) ______Exp. date ______Name ______Address ______City/State/Zip ______Daytime telephone: ______E-mail: ______

52 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) NOMINATIONS SOUGHT MILWAUKEE? FOR NEW AWARD JE CROIS QUE OUI! The AATF is pleased to announce that Intercultural Student Experiences will fund Don’t miss the 2006 AATF Convention to be held in this up-and-coming city, a special recognition award for a high founded by the French in 1818 on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. Milwaukee’s school teacher selected by the AATF. In cel- central location, easy accessibility, pleasant summer climate, and rich array of ebrating the Year of Languages, ISE is rec- attractions make it a perfect July destination. ognizing outstanding achievement by teachers within the world language community, MILWAUKEE, Similar awards are being made available LE DERNIER CRI: this year to the AATSP and AATG. The ISE Year-of-Languages Teacher Santiago Calatrava’s stunning and award-winning addition to the Milwaukee Art Award will be made to a high school French Museum is but one of many innovations that have contributed to “le renouveau de teacher who has demonstrated (1) excel- Milwaukee autour d’une vie culturelle bien plus riche et diversifiée” as praised in a lence in the foreign language classroom; recent article in Le Monde (11/3/04). French is alive and well in this city, as evidenced (2) a commitment to the pursuit of global by a large Francophile community, a successful French Immersion School, and a awareness and cultural understanding; and dynamic chapter of the Alliance française that has just been chosen to serve as the (3) whose students participate in a travel or organization’s national headquarters. exchange program. Any AATF member may nominate a col- MILWAUKEE, league for this award. Nominees must be members in good standing of the AATF. The POUR LA FAMILLE: application should consist of the following items: Consider combining a family vacation with the convention. In addition to fun 1. A letter of nomination from an AATF lakefront activities (e.g., beaches, boating, kite-flying, the Betty Brinn children’s member outlining why the nominee de- museum, non-stop music festivals, etc…), Milwaukee boasts a new major league serves the award and specifically address- baseball stadium, Harley-Davidson tours, an award-winning zoo, an IMAX theater, ing the criteria listed above. miles of bike trails, top-notch golf courses, fine cuisine, and so much more, including 2. The nominee’s CV (with all contact a long-standing reputation for warm hospitality (and, bien sûr, cold beer!): information) which includes evidence of professional development activities, com- NOUS SERONS TOUS BIEN ACCUEILLIS mitment to the AATF, and student exchange/ EN 2006 À MILWAUKEE! travel experience; 3. One letter of recommendation from a colleague or supervisor which also specifically addresses the criteria listed above for the ISE award. Nominations with all application materials included must be received no later than NEW CD AVAILABLE June 1, 2005. The application materials ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOUR OF PARIS should be sent to AATF President Margot The AATF now has available a CD entitled: “Paris: A Walking Tour of Selected Build- Steinhart, 2535 Bel-Air Drive, Glenview, IL ings.” Designed for architects, this excellent CD has a wealth of still and video photog- 60025-4759. Members of the AATF National raphy of 24 Paris buildings and monuments, including the Musée d’Orsay, la Grande Executive Council are ineligible for this Arche, la Bibliothèque nationale, la Cité des sciences, la Pyramide du Louvre, and the award. Inquiries should be addressed to Centre Pompidou. For each building, there is a brief introduction in English, a series [[email protected]]. The award, of still photographs of the features of the building, a series of video clips of each which consists of a check for $1000, will be building, as well as a site map. presented at the Welcome Luncheon at the The AATF would like to thank Jeff Roberts of New World Design Partnership for AATF convention in Quebec City, July 7, providing us with this excellent resource for French teachers. 2005. For more information on the ISE, consult their Web site at [www.isemn.net]. ______CDs x $12.50 = Total enclosed ______REMINDER TO FDLM Name: ______SUBSCRIBERS Address: ______If you move, you need to inform Le Français dans le monde directly. The AATF cannot keep track of and com- City, State, Zip ______municate these changes. Use the form on page 55 to notify the AATF or Tel: ______Mail to: AATF, Mailcode 4510, Southern Ill. Univ., Carbondale, IL 62901 send an e-mail to [[email protected]], AND send any address changes for Le Français dans le monde to [[email protected]].

Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 53 54 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) SPECIAL SUBSCRIPTION MOVED THIS SUMMER? LET US KNOW. OFFER TO AATF publications are mailed Second Class. The U.S. Post Office does not forward LE FRANÇAIS DANS LE second class mail unless you have paid for this service. If you move without informing us of your new address, the Post Office destroys the lost issues and charges AATF $.50 per MONDE CONTINUED item. This amounts to hundreds of dollars per year in charges in addition to the cost of the The special offer for AATF members to destroyed material and replacing it. Therefore, if you have moved or intend to move, subscribe to Le Français dans le monde please let us know your new address by returning this form to National Headquarters as has been continued. The review is now the indicated. Changes can also be e-mailed to [[email protected]]. official publication of the Fédération international des professeurs de français (FIPF) Change of Address and is published by CLE International. The Name ______AATF has negotiated a special subscrip- Last First Middle tion rate for AATF members. Each year more New address ______than 500 AATF members have taken advantage of this special offer. ______Members have two subscription options. City State Zip For a yearly subscription payment of $52, you can receive six issues of Le Français Old address ______dans le monde plus two accompanying (as it appears on mailing label) CDs as well as two special issues of ______Francophonie (a savings of $76 over regu- City State Zip lar subscription rates). For a yearly subscription payment of $62, you can again Date new address takes effect: ______receive six issues of Le Français dans le Send this form to: AATF, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL monde with two accompanying CDs, two 62901-4510: FAX: (618) 453-5733; E-mail: [[email protected]]. special issues of Francophonie, and, in addition, two issues of the more research ori- ented Didactique “Recherches et Applica- THE FRENCH REVIEW tions” (a savings of $79 over regular sub- WELCOMES ARTICLES FOR scription rates). What's New in the To facilitate the process, AATF members A SPECIAL ISSUE ENTITLED may pay the AATF at the same time they “CINEMAS” French Review? make their annual dues payment, and we This special issue will be open to ar- will handle the transfer to CLE International. ticles on French and Francophone cinema, Vol. 78, No. 6 (May 2005) Subscriptions may be obtained by filling out cinema and literature, and the teaching of Articles include the titles below and the appropriate space on your 2005 dues cinema. This volume, to be published in more: renewal invoice which was mailed to all May 2006, will be in honor of the AATF meet- • “Carole Fréchette et le théâtre au AATF members in early October. Those who ing to be held in Milwaukee in July 2006. féminin” subscribed for 2004 may renew their sub- Articles should be scholarly but not exceed- • “French and English in Gabrielle scription in the same way. It can take sev- ingly specialized. Authors should consult Roy's La Détresse et l'enchan- eral weeks to process these subscriptions. the Guide for Authors at the end of each tement” Therefore, it is important to send your re- issue of the French Review for formal con- • “Le Désenchantement dans L'En newals as early as possible. siderations and the Editor in Chief if they dessous l'admirable de Jacques The editor of the new Français dans le have further questions. The deadline for Brault” monde is Françoise Ploquin who was as- submission to the editor will be August 1, • “Nature and Art in the Dramatic Voy- sistant editor under the previous editor in 2005. Submit articles to Christopher Pinet, ages of Jovette Marchessault and chief and honorary AATF member Jacques Modern Languages and Literatures, Mon- Emily Carr” Pécheur. The editorial team is planning tana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717. • “L'Ange du goudron: inscriptions several themed issues and encourages algériennes au Québec” submissions from French teachers around • “L'Économie québécoise: état des the world. Consult the Web site at [www. lieux” fdlm.org] for more information. AATF Past- Have a Question? • “Développement des compé- President Jean-Pierre Piriou serves on the If you have a question about the tences en français langue Advisory Board, and Christopher Pinet, Edi- Grand Concours, about the AATF Con- seconde au Québec” tor in Chief of the French Review, serves on vention, about membership, about And don’t forget the many fine reviews the Editorial Board of Le Français dans le your local chapter, about the work of and “La Vie des mots.” monde. our Commissions, about National We hope that many AATF members will French Week, go to the new AATF Web take advantage of this opportunity to receive site at [www. frenchteachers.org]. Le Français dans le monde at a 40% sav- You’ll probably find the answer there. ings. Please note that subscriptions will not AATF WEB SITE be accepted after May 31 for any given calendar year. www.frenchteachers.org To communicate address changes, contact [[email protected]], Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 55 AATF CONVENTION WORKSHOPS MORE SCHOLARSHIPS The following three-hour workshops then lead them in designing standards- OFFERED FOR PROGRAM IN will be offered during the convention. Pre- based assessment tasks for interpretive, QUEBEC registration (see form pages 39-40) is interpersonal and presentational modes The University of British Columbia pro- required ($25 per workshop). of communication. One district shares its gram in Quebec will offer two fully funded Pre-convention workshops lessons learned through piloting this scholarships ($1250 value) to AATF mem- W001: Explorez, racontez, inventez: les assessment design and how it has bers. It covers tuition, accommodation, and contes de fées dans la classe de français influenced instruction, curriculum, and some meals. The program will take place assessment. (Wed., July 6, 1:30-4:30 p.m.) Kathryn Bulver, Eastern Illinois University from July 4-21, 2005. The Institut de français Sunday workshops Entrez dans le monde de l’imaginaire et is French immersion in the heart of Que- découvrir les méthodes d’analyse de S005: Plongez dans le lac canadien- bec City during the Quebec Summer Festi- contes merveilleux et des techniques de français: littérature, aventure, culture! val. A residential program in a private col- présentation de récits. Amusez-vous avec Janel Lafond-Paquin, Rogers High School lege situated in the historic setting of Les des techniques de (re)création à partir de (RI) Plaines d’Abraham gives participants the jeux et d’activités qui mettent l’accent sur opportunity to walk to la vieillie ville while Venez nombreux pour avoir une enjoying the magnificent view of the St. l’imagination, l’interaction et l’expression expérience totalement canadienne- Lawrence River from a park setting. This orale. (Wed., July 6, 1:30-4:30 p.m.) française! Travaillez avec des textes program is specifically designed for French W002: Kirikou et la Sorcière et la typiques de la région, construisez votre as a Second Language and French Immer- Francophonie en Afrique de l’ouest propre Bonhomme Carnaval, et comprenez sion teachers but non-teachers are also le Québec à travers ses chanteurs! Cet ate- Regina Doyle Sternlicht, Danvers High welcome. This eighteen-day noncredit im- School lier vous donnera aussi des stratégies, des mersion program accepts participants at jeux, et des idées pour la salle de classe! La Francophonie en Afrique has be- all levels. Oral communication skills as well Venez avoir «du fun»! (Sun., July 10, 8:30- come ever more important. While studying as an appreciation of Quebec’s unique cul- 11:30 a.m.) Francophone West Africa, be sure to ture are developed. Morning classes, af- include the classic children’s tale “Kirikou W006: Le Québec, un pays, une musique ternoon workshops, and field trips concen- et la sorcière!” Big book activities, a David Graham, Clinton Community College trate on improving the participants’ ability to showing of the film, a study of African (NY), and Madeline Turan, Sachem High converse in French. Accommodations are legends, morals, and proverbs, as well as School North (NY) provided at the Collège Mérici. Lunches a project on la Francophonie en Afrique will Les intervenants vous invitent à un survol are provided on weekdays. be presented. Sing and dance to some de l’histoire et de la culture québécoises à Recipients of this scholarships are ex- African tunes! (Wed., July 6, 1:30-4:30 p.m.) travers la musique. Des chansons les plus pected to make a presentation during the W003: Portrait de la Francophonie vieilles jusqu’aux plus modernes, ils vont following year. To apply for one of these canadienne: sa culture et sa littérature explorer l’âme et le cœur des Québécois. scholarships, AATF members should submit the following information no later than Jean-Denis Côté, Université d’Ottawa Des exercices de conversation, de June 1, 2005: (1) a letter stating the Le Canada regroupe diverses grammaire et de vocabulaire seront offerts aux participants. Venez découvrir la belle candidate’s reasons for applying for this communautés francophones, la plus scholarship, addressing in particular the importante étant celle du Québec. Le musique de la belle province! (Sun., July 10, 8:30-11:30 a.m.) issue of improvement of oral communica- Québec contribue, notamment grâce à ses tion skills; (2) a current CV which includes W007: Le Stage d’une famille américaine: écrivains et ses artistes, au rayonnement the candidate’s teaching load and student- perspectives sur la France contem- du fait français dans les Amériques. related activities; and (3) one letter of rec- L’intervenant brossera un portrait des poraine ommendation from a colleague or supervi- Francophones du Québec, de l’Acadie, de Charlotte Gifford, Greenfield Community sor who knows the candidate’s work. l’Ontario, du Manitoba. Il présentera des College (MA) Graduate students are also eligible for this écrivains et des artistes issus de ces Cet atelier propose un aperçu award. Preference will be given to new communautés. (Wed., July 6, 1:30-4:30 multimédia sur la France contemporaine à teachers and to those who have never been p.m.) travers les expériences vécues en congé to a French-speaking locale. Recipients W004: Connecting Classroom Instruction sabbatique (2002), y compris le passage must be current AATF members. and Standards-Based Assessment à l’euro et les élections présidentielles. Application materials must be received Nancy Gadbois, High School of Science & Parmi les sujets: le quotidien, l’en- by June 1, 2005. Send to: AATF UBC Schol- Technology (MA) and Bonnie Adair-Hauck, seignement (secondaire et universitaire), arships, Mailcode 4510, Southern Illinois University of Pittsburgh (PA) la politique (le “séisme” LePen). Photo- University Carbondale, IL 62901-4510. Ad- The presenters will explore with partici- copies, documents authentiques et CD dress inquiries to: [aatf@frenchteachers. org]. Scholarship recipients will receive pants the results of ACTFL’s Integrated d’images. (Sun., July 10, 8:30-11:30 a.m.) Performance Assessment Project and complimentary registration to the AATF Con- vention in Quebec City. CELEBRATE NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK NOVEMBER 2-8, 2005 & 2006

56 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS The establishment of a chapter of the Société Honoraire de Français offers several benefits to a secondary French program. It provides an opportunity to recognize outstanding scholarship in the study of French language through selection for membership, the placement of a special seal on the graduate’s diploma, the wear- ing of a blue/white/red cord (or white cord) at graduation, and the right to wear the official emblem/pin of the honor society. The chapter provides a vehicle for focusing activities around French language and literature and also for encouraging member participation in the annual writing contest as well as application for the annual travel grants. There is the opportunity for students to serve as officers, directing the induction ceremony, or leading other chapter events. Information is available from H. Todd Knox, Executive Secretary SHF, Modern Lan- guages, P.O. Box 44347, Lafayette, LA 70504-4347, e-mail: [htk0718@louisiana. edu] or from the AATF Web site at [http:// www.frenchteachers.org].

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58 Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) CALENDAR OF EVENTS COMPUTER-ASSISTED LANGUAGE IN- [[email protected]]; Web: [www.afusa. INTERNATIONAL READING ASSOCIATION, STRUCTION CONSORTIUM (CALICO), May org] April 30-May 4, 2006, Chicago, IL. Informa- tion: International Reading Association 17-21, 2005, East Lansing, MI. Information: AMERICAN TRANSLATORS ASSOCIATION, Headquarters, 800 Barksdale Road, P.O. CALICO, Southwest Texas State University, November 9-12, 2005, Seattle, WA. Infor- Box 8139, Newark, DE 19714-8139; Tele- 214 Centennial Hall, 601 University Drive, mation: ATA, Telephone: (703) 683-6100; phone: (302) 731-1600; Fax: (302) 731- San Marcos, TX 78666; Telephone: (512) Fax: (703) 683-6122; E-mail: [conference 105?; Web: [www.ira.org]. 245-1417; Fax: (512) 245-9089; E-mail: @atanet.org]; Web: [www.atanet.org]. [[email protected]]; Web: [www.calico.org]. AMERICAN COUNCIL ON THE TEACHING OF AATF OUTSTANDING HIGH FOURTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: FOREIGN LANGUAGES, November 18-20, SCHOOL SENIOR IN VOICE AND VISION IN LANGUAGE EDUCA- 2005, Baltimore, MD. Information: ACTFL, TION, June 2-4, 2005, Minneapolis, MN. 700 South Washington Street, Suite 210, FRENCH AWARD Information: Karin E. Larson, Coordinator Alexandria, VA 22314; Telephone: (703) 894- Beginning in 2003, the AATF established for Advanced Research on Language Ac- 2900; Fax: (703) 894-2905; E-mail; an Outstanding High School Senior in quisition, University of Minnesota, 619 Heller [[email protected]]; Web: [www.actfl. French Award. Any public or private sec- Hall, Avenue So., Minneapolis, MN 55455; org]. ondary school with at least one French Telephone: (612) 624-6022; Fax: (612) 624- teacher who is an AATF member may par- NATIONAL NETWORK FOR EARLY LAN- 7514; E-mail: [larso205@ umn.edu]; Web: ticipate. Only one name per school per year [www.carla.umn.edu]. GUAGE LEARNING (NNELL), November 18- will be accepted. In the event that there are 20, 2005, Baltimore, MD. Information: Mary multiple French teachers in a given school, SUMMER INSTITUTE IN APPLIED LINGUIS- Lynn Redmond, NNELL, P.O. Box 7266, TICS, June 27-July 21,2005, University Park, they must decide among themselves who Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC the nominee will be and submit only one PA. Information: James P. Lantolf, Depart- 27109; e-mail: [[email protected]]; web: name to the AATF. In the event of multiple ment of Linguistics and Applied Language [www.nnell.org]. Studies, The Pennsylvania State University, submissions, only the first name received 305 Sparks, University Park, PA 16802. Tele- SOUTHERN CONFERENCE ON LANGUAGE will be considered for the award, based on phone: (814) 863-7038; E-mail: [jp117@ TEACHING, February 16-18, 2006, Orlando, postmark. The nomination must be made psu.edu]; Web: [www.language.la.psu. FL. Information: Lynne McClendon, SCOLT, by a current AATF member. edu}. 165 Lazy Laurel Chase, Roswell, GA 30076. To qualify for the award, a student must: Telephone: (707) 992-1256; Fax: (770) 992- • have maintained an “A” average in SUMMER INSTITUTE IN LINGUISTICS, June 3464; E-mail: [lynnemcc@mindspring. French; 27-August 5, 2005, Cambridge, MA. Infor- com]; Web: [www.valdosta.edu/scolt]. • have maintained a “B” average over- mation: Sabine Iatridou, Massachusetts all; CENTRAL STATES CONFERENCE ON THE Institute of Technology; E-mail: [iatridou • be in his or her senior year at a pub- TEACHING OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES, @mit.edu]; Web: [www.lsadc.org]. lic or private secondary school; March 9-11,2006, Chicago, IL. Information: • have demonstrated exceptional com- AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEACHERS Patrick T. Raven, Executive Director, P.O. Box mitment to the study of French by par- OF FRENCH, July 7-10, 2005, Quebec City. 251, Milwaukee, WI 53201-0251. Telephone: ticipating in extracurricular activities Information: AATF, Mailcode 4510, Southern (414) 405-4645; Fax: (414) 276-4650. E- related to French which may include Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901- mail: [[email protected]]; Web: [www. but are not limited to the Grand 4510. Telephone: (618) 453-5731; FAX: centralstates.cc]. (618) 453-5733; E-mail: [abrate@siu. edu]; Concours, study abroad, National Web: [www.frenchteachers.org]. TEACHERS OF ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF French Week activities, or French OTHER LANGUAGES. March 15-19, 2006, Club; AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR APPLIED Tampa, FL. Information: TESOL, 700 South • at the time of graduation, have com- LINGUISTICS, July 24-29, 2005, Madison, Washington Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, pleted at least three years of formal WI . Information: AAAL, 3416 Primm Lane, VA 22314. Telephone: (703) 836-0774; Fax: French study; Birmingham, AL 35216; Telephone: (205) (703) 836-7864; E-mail: [conventions@ • be a non-native speaker of French; 824-7700; Fax: (205) 823-2760; E-mail: tesol.org]; Web: [www.tesol.org]. • be nominated by an AATF member [[email protected]]; Web: [www.aaal.org]. NORTHEAST CONFERENCE ON THE teacher. INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON TASK- TEACHING OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES, Only one student per school per year will BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING, September March 30- April 2, 2006, New York, NY. Infor- be accepted. 21-23, 2005, Kotholieka Universiteit mation: Northeast Conference, Dickinson Students will receive a special certificate Leuven, Belgium. Information: Web: College, P.O. Box 1773, Carlisle, PA 17013- acknowledging their award and a press re- [www.tblt.org/index.htm]. 2896. Telephone: (717) 245-1977; Fax: lease to distribute to local media; a con- ILLINOIS COUNCIL ON THE TEACHING OF (717) 245-1976; E-mail: [nectfl@dickinson. gratulatory letter will be sent to the princi- FOREIGN LANGUAGES CONFERENCE, Oc- edu]; Web: [www.dickinson.edulnectfl]. pal, and the student’s name will be placed on the AATF Outstanding Senior Honor Roll tober 20-22, 2005, Lisle, IL. Information: e- AMERICAN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH AS- mail: [[email protected]]. on the AATF Web site. The registration fee SOCIATION, April 8-12, 2006, San Fran- for the award is $25. For an additional $10 FEDERATION OF ALLIANCES FRAN- cisco, CA. Information: AERA, 1230 17th fee, students can also receive an Outstand- ÇAISES, USA ANNUAL MEETING, October Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20036-3078. ing High School Senior in French medal. 27-29, 2005, San Francisco, CA. Informa- Telephone: (202) 223-9485; Fax: (202) 775- There is no deadline for this award. The tion: Tel. (800) 6-FRANCE; e-mail: 1824; Web: [www.aera.net]. nomination form is on page 24 as well as posted on the AATF Web site. Vol. 30, No. 4 (April 2005) 59 REMINDER: IMPORTANT DEADLINES AND DATES May 1, 2005 Deadline for receipt of 2005 subscriptions to Le Français SWISS KITS AVAILABLE dans le monde (see page 54) Both versions of these kits, provided by May 2, 2005 Deadline for registration for post-convention excursion to the Swiss Embassy, contain general infor- the Saguenay region (see page 38) mation on Switzerland, including geogra- June 1, 2005 Deadline for nominations for the ISE-Year-of-Languages phy, maps, history, economy, but are pre- Awards (see page 53) sented with different sets of materials. Pre-registration deadline for AATF Convention (see pages The old version includes a large color 39-40) poster with many scenes of Switzerland, June 6, 2005 Deadline for making hotel reservations at the convention maps of the country and city guides, a col- rate (see page 21) orful brochure on the cheese industry, a pamphlet on the life and travels of Jean- June 15, 2005 Deadline for applications for 2005 National French Week Jacques Rousseau, literary excerpts of Grants (see page 19) Swiss authors, an article on the youth of July 7-10, 2005 AATF Convention in Quebec (see page 21-22) Switzerland, and a small book with infor- August 1, 2005 Deadline for submissions to French Review special issue mation on geography, history, economy, and on cinema (see page 55) the political and cultural institutions of the country. The new version, La Suisse en vue, has AATF MEMBERSHIP CARD AVAILABLE FROM a more uniform format with four colorful NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS dépliants on (1) paysage et cadre de vie, An official AATF member- (2) économie et activités scientifiques, (3) ship card is available to mem- American Association population et société, and (4) fédéralisme bers. To obtain one, send a of Teachers of French et plurilinguisme. Many photos illustrate the postcard to: AATF Membership Année ______text. Multiple copies of each section are Card, Mailcode 4510, South- included with a Teacher's Manual. ern Illinois University, Carbon- M., Mme/Mlle Both Swiss kits are offered to AATF mem- dale, IL 62901-4510. The card ______bers free of charge for the cost of postage: est membre de l'Association Américaine de Professeurs de may help travelers to France Français avec tous les privilèges et tous les droits qui s'y $6.00 for the first copy, $1.50 for each addi- obtain reduced entrance fees attachent. tional copy. Order one copy of the old and to national monuments and Fait à Carbondale, Illinois, États-Unis d'Amérique one of the new version for only $7.50. If no museums. Chapter treasur- le ______pour servir et indication is given, the new version will be ers can order cards in bulk for valoir ce que de droit. sent. Contact National Headquarters for distribution to their members. ______ordering information and for availability. La Secrétaire générale

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