Tanzania Standard 7 Curriculum - Kifaransa / Francais

The French syllabus for Standard 7 in Tanzania aims to equip students with the necessary skills to communicate effectively in French across various contexts. The curriculum emphasizes a competency-based approach, focusing on developing practical communication skills.

Core Competencies:

• Understanding Oral and Written Information: Students are expected to listen to and comprehend audio materials, as well as read and understand written texts, notices, and messages in diverse communication settings. This includes identifying simple words, compound words, sounds, liaisons, and enchainements.
• Oral and Written Expression: Students should be able to express themselves orally and in writing in various situations. This involves participating in conversations, describing objects, places, and people, giving instructions, and providing brief and simple indications. They should also be able to fill out forms and questionnaires with personal details.
• Text Production: Students should be able to produce short, simple texts, both orally and in writing, by reusing acquired vocabulary and adapting it to the communication context. This includes writing emails, invitations, postcards, and short letters to establish basic contact. They should also be able to create simple posters with instructions or indications.

Specific Competencies and Learning Activities:

The Standard 7 syllabus builds upon the skills developed in previous years (Standard 3-6), progressively increasing the complexity of language use and expanding vocabulary. Specific competencies and learning activities are outlined in the official syllabus document. These include activities such as:

• Listening to and understanding short audio recordings.
• Reading and understanding short texts and notices.
• Participating in conversations and exchanging information.
• Giving and following instructions and directions.
• Completing questionnaires and forms.
• Writing short messages, emails, and postcards.
• Creating simple posters.

Assessment:

Assessment focuses on evaluating the students' practical communication skills and their ability to understand and produce spoken and written French in different contexts. This includes assessing their performance in the learning activities mentioned above.

Additional Resources:

• The Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE) website provides access to syllabuses and other educational resources.
• Maktaba by TETEA offers additional resources for Standard 5-7.