French 2 is a continuation of study of French language and francophone cultures. Students build on a knowledge of vocabulary and grammar from French 1 thematic topics to promote stronger communication in the four major areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The class emphasizes the teaching of skills required for effective communication at a more advanced level, including grammatical structures, high frequency vocabulary, correct pronunciation and intonation. Oral and written activities, both with partners and in small groups, provide practice to develop these skills. Teachers engage students through differentiation. Teachers use a variety of materials and technology, such as textbooks, videos, documents, realia, audio materials, online language websites and computer software programs. Students also learn about French history and culture. They acquire an appreciation of various francophone cultures and foster global awareness. The class is conducted mostly in French.