500 xx culture and communication projet 2011-01-20 english version

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CULTURE ANDCOMMUNICATIONPRE-UNIVERSITYPROGRAM

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AIM OF THE PROGRAM

The Culture and Communication pre-university program is designed to give students a balanced

combination of a basic cultural education together with a general education, thus providing

effective preparation for university studies in the creative arts, modern languages, literature,

educational sciences and communications (with the exception of visual arts, dance and music).

GOALS OF THE PROGRAM-SPECIFIC COMPONENT

At the end of the Culture and Communication program, students will be able to:

apply general knowledge and elements of culture

apply basic subject-specific knowledge with a view to specialized university training

use research methods and information technology

communicate clearly and correctly in English and understand texts written in French demonstrate attitudes and behaviours conducive to personal, social and academic development

Apply general knowledge and elements of culture

General and cultural knowledge is cross-disciplinary knowledge that contributes to the students

overall development. By applying this knowledge, students gain a better understanding of boththeir own society and the other societies with which they come into contact.

Through their general and cultural knowledge, students are able to consider the field of study in ageneral and extensive way. They are also able to develop their critical thinking, analytical skills

and ability to analyze, interpret and appreciate various cultural objects.

Apply basic subject-specific knowledge with a view to specialized university training

Students are able to apply basic subject-specific knowledge to the cultural aspect of their chosen

field, with a view to pursuing their studies in more depth at university. Acquiring this basic

knowledge permits students to question their own situation as learners, look to the future in orderto select the university program they wish to follow and begin to forge their emerging professional

identity.

Students who take the Creative Arts, Literature and Languages, Arts, Cinema, Literature, Media

or Theatre options are introduced to the various aspects of a career in the cultural field in whichthey wish to continue their education at university In addition to using specific knowledge, skills

and attitudes, students also acquire contextual, analytical and critical skills in their chosen field.

Students are also able to complete a creative project. Having identified the foundations of their

own creative process, they are more familiar with their own interests, strengths and weaknesses.


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Students who take theLanguages option achieve sufficient level of mastery of French and a third

language to fulfill the language requirements of university programs. They are also introduced toat least one other modern language. In addition to using specific knowledge, skills and attitudes,

students acquire contextual, analytical and critical skills in their chosen field.

Use research methods and information technology

Students are able to carry out documentary research independently. To do this, they document

various problems using search methods such as library research, consultation of specialist works,consultation of documentation centres or the use of computerized search tools. During their

research, students sort through and summarize a mass of information, and make a critical

judgment of its quality.

As they come into contact with the mass of information, students first consider the problem as a

whole, and then step back and treat it objectively.

Students acquire methodological skills that enable them to adopt a variety of strategies to organizetheir research and plan their work.

Communicate clearly and correctly in English and understand texts written in French

Students express themselves correctly and articulate their thoughts coherently in order to generate

reflection and critical thinking. They express themselves equally well both verbally and in writing,

and adjust their communication to suit their audience. Students are able to relate facts, formulateand present ideas, discuss and debate. They apply their proficiency in using standards of language

structure, spelling, syntax and terminology for the purposes of communication.

Students are also able to read and understand culture and communication texts written in French.

Demonstrate attitudes and behaviours conducive to personal, social and academic

development

Students take charge of their own development by adopting a thoughtful, all-encompassing

attitude to their learning, and by expressing their interest in the arts, cinema, modern languages,

literature, the media and theatre.

Students acquire attitudes and behaviours that will be useful throughout their lives, at home, in

society and at school:

autonomy, the ability to work with other people, a sense of responsibility and initiativequalities required for many aspects of life, including undertaking and successfully completing

university studies

intellectual curiosity and an open mind, which will give them a taste for culture, therebyencouraging them to take an interest in other people and be open to the world

rigour and the desire to work well, which will allow them to excel


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a sense of ethics and intellectual honesty to encourage commitment to such things as respectfor copyright and intellectual ownership

creativity, imagination and originality, which will encourage them to think and expressthemselves in differently from others, and help them acquire the flexibility to adapt to new

situations

a critical mindset, reflected in a thoughtful appreciation of their own work and that of otherpeople, and in their ability to express agreement or disagreement with an idea or opinion


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List of Program Objectives

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC COMPONENT28 credits, 675 hours of instruction

Common Objectives

At least 315 hours of instruction must be set aside for objectives XX00, XX01, XX02, XX03

and XX04

XX00 To explain the basic characteristics of a cultural field from a socio-historical perspective

XX01 To apply methods suited to the study of culture and communication

XX02 To criticize cultural objects

XX03 To analyze historical and national issues in the areas of culture and communication

XX04 To demonstrate their capacity to integrate learning in culture and communication

Objectives for the Creative Arts and Literature, Arts, Cinema, Literature, Media and Theatre

Options

XX05 To appreciate contemporary cultural objects from foreign societies

XX06 To appreciate the language specific to a cultural field

XX07 To use techniques or processes for the purpose of expression

XX08 To carry out a creative project

Objectives for theModern Languages Option

XX09 To communicate with ease in French on topics related to culture and communication

XX10 To communicate with some ease in a third language

XX11 To use linguistics concepts in the study of modern languages

Elective Objectives for theModern Languages Option

XX12 To communicate at a rudimentary level in another language

XX13 To communicate simply in another language

XX14 To communicate with some ease on familiar subjects in another language

XX15 To communicate with some ease in another language


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Program-Specific ComponentCommon Objectives and Standards

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Code: XX00

Objective Standard

Statement of the Competency Overall Performance Criteria

To explain the basic characteristics of a culturalfield from a sociohistorical perspective.

Appropriate use of concepts and methodsspecific to sociohistorical and socioculturalanalysis

Appropriate choice of documentary resources

Elements of the Competency Performance Criteria

1. To situate key periods or trends in the culturalfield.

Formation spcifiqueObjectifs et standards communs

Accurate characterization of the cultural field

Precise differentiation of periods and trends

Clear explanation of how the periods or trendsemerged and developed

Highlighting of the key events and main changes

Accurate association of key people, works andcultural productions

Appropriate recognition of the fields heritage

2. To make connections between the culturalfield and the development of society.

Relevant comparison of developments in thecultural field with events and changes in society

Appropriate consideration of exchanges withother cultural fields and with society

Accurate recognition of similarities, differences,continuities and ruptures

3. To compare cultural objects bothsynchronously and diachronously.

Appropriate comparison of objects with theirperiod or trend

Appropriate contextualization of objects

Relevant explanation of similarities, differences,continuities and ruptures

Appropriate use of language specific to thecultural field

Overall consistency of views

Respect for English language rules

Learning Activities

Number of hours of instruction: At least 315 hours of instruction must be set aside for objectives XX00,XX01, XX02, XX03 and XX04.

Clarification: The term cultural field refers to a program option.The term cultural object refers to a cultural work, production or phenomenon,depending on the field of study.


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Code: XX01

Objective Standard


To apply methods suited to the study of cultureand communication.

Evidence of rigour in the process

Proper use of terminology specific to culture andcommunication

Evidence of autonomy in individual work

Effective cooperation in teamwork

Respect for the ethical aspect of the work


1. To identify the characteristics of a culturalobject.

Complete, objective observations

Appropriate recognition of the objectscomponents

2. To document a cultural object. Appropriate selection of documentary resourcesin French and in English

Overview of a variety of relevant views

Relevant structuring of information

Validity and reliability of sources

3. To define a problem. Appropriate comparison of the object with theinformation gathered

Clear statement of the objective

Appropriate choice of a point of view

4. To produce a study. A plan suited to the problem

Appropriate use of the information obtainedduring research

Development of relevant, coherent ideas

Alignment of the findings with the questionstudied

5. To present a study. Compliance with presentation rules

Appropriate pronunciation, intonation anddelivery of presentation

Respect for the rules of spoken and writtenEnglish

Learning Activities


Clarification: The term cultural object refers to a cultural work, production or phenomenon,depending on the field of study.


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Code: XX02

Objective Standard


To criticize cultural objects. Evidence of rigour in the process

Consideration of the ethical aspects inherent incriticism

Proper use of terminology specific to the culturalfield


1. To differentiate between different types ofcriticism.

Accurate identification of the intentionsunderlying the criticism

Accurate description of types of criticism

Relevant distinction between types of criticism

based on their potential uses

2. To distinguish between different analysismodels.

Appropriate distinction between the basiccharacteristics of three of the following theories:communication, aesthetics, narration,pragmatics, semiology, sociocriticism, stylistics

Proper recognition of the methods and conceptsunderlying the theories

Appropriate description of how the theories canbe used

3. To analyze cultural objects. Choice of an appropriate analysis model

Proper use of methods and concepts

Relevance of the elements used in the analysis

Rigorous description of the object

Appropriate judgment concerning the contributionmade by the three theories to the analysisoutcome

4. To make a critical judgment of culturalobjects.

Consideration of the underlying intention andcritical reception of the cultural object

Coherent interpretation of the analysis findings

Clear identification of a critical point of view

Relevant arguments to support the critical pointof view

Writing style suited to the target audience

Respect for the rules of written English


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Code: XX02

Learning Activities


Clarification: The term cultural field refers to a program option.The term cultural object refers to a cultural work, production or phenomenon,depending on the field of study.This standard and objective constitutes a continuation of the generaleducation objectives relating to language of instruction and literature, andhumanities.


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Code: XX03

Objective Standard


To analyze historical and national issues in theareas of culture and communication.

Appropriate use of the concepts and methodsspecific to sociohistorical and socioculturalanalysis

Proper identification of the cultural legitimizationprocess



1. To describe the development of culture inQubec.

Appropriate description of the main changes,over time and in space

Accurate description of continuities and rupturesin topics and forms of expression

Relevant identification of similarities anddifferences in the development of cultural fields

Proper identification of key cultural institutions,people and objects

Proper identification of heritage in modern culture

2. To recognize state intervention in culture. Accurate description of the development of stateintervention in culture

Appropriate comparison of state intervention indifferent cultural fields

Accurate description of power plays, convergingviews and opposition

Accurate identification of the impact of stateintervention in culture

3. To define the influence of cultural actors. Accurate description of the role of cultural actorsin society

Relevant breakdown of the dynamics of influencein cultural production

Consideration of the impact of powerrelationships on what is produced, disseminatedand received

4. To comment on a cultural issue. Appropriate choice of documentary resources

Clarification of the relationships between culturalactors, the state and society

Development of relevant, coherent ideas



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Code: XX03

Learning Activities




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Code: XX04

Objective Standard


To demonstrate the personal integration of theirlearning in culture and communication.

Evidence of autonomy and initiative

Appropriate choice of documentary resources inFrench and in English

Rigour of the process


1. To structure a project based on prior learning. Meaningful inventory of prior learning

Relevant choice of learning to be transferredduring the project

Preparation of a well-structured project

Clear statement of the formal and conceptual

elements

Originality of the project

2. To carry out the project. Appropriate plan for each step in the process

Compliance with the project steps and timeframe

Appropriateness of the process used to carry outthe project

Original reinvestment of learning

Continuous adjustment throughout the task

Careful approach to carrying out the project

3. To assess their work with regard to the

learning applied.

Accurate identification of learning considered

important for the projectRelevant analysis of discrepancies betweenintentions and outcome

Astute criticism of the works strengths andweaknesses

Appropriate assessment of the project plan inlight of the outcome

Appropriate review of the projects contribution toongoing studies

Compliance with the rules for presentation of awritten text


Learning Activities


Clarification: This objective may give rise to individual or group work.


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Program-Specific ComponentObjectives and Standards for the Creative Arts and Literature, Arts, Cinema, Literature, Mediaand Theatre

Options

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Code: XX05

Objective Standard


To appreciate contemporary cultural objects fromforeign societies.


Appropriate choice of documentary resources inFrench and in English


1. To recognize cultural diversity in the world.

Objectifs et standards des options Arts et lettres, Arts, Cinma,Lettres, Mdias, Thtre

Appropriate distinction of new trends

Accurate characterization of different societies

Clear distinction between topics and forms ofexpression

2. To relate cultural objects to their society of

origin.

Appropriate description of the representations of

the world expressed through the objects

Appropriate documentation of the society studied

Review of meaningful similarities and differencesbetween cultural objects and their society oforigin

Appropriate highlighting of the aesthetic quality ofcultural objects

3. To compare Canadian and foreign culturalobjects.

Relevant associations between cultural objectsand trends

Accurate description of meaningful similaritiesand differences with the societies of origin

Appropriate use of language specific to thecultural field

Quality of the judgment of objects as expressionsof cultural diversity


Learning Activities



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Code: XX06

Objective Standard

Statement of the Competency Overall Performance Criterion

To appreciate the language specific to a culturalfield.



1. To distinguish between the constituentelements of the language.

Accurate characterization of the language

Clear recognition of means of expression

Appropriate description of codes, conventions,types and categories

Clear differentiation of the role played by eachconstituent element

2. To see how the language is used in culturalobjects.

Appropriate review of the constituent elements ofthe language

Accurate interpretation of how codes andconventions are used or transgressed

Relevant explanation of the contribution made byeach constituent element to the production ofmeaning

Appropriate interpretation of the discourse as astructured whole

3. To use the language in a creative concept. Clear formulation of the concept

Identification of appropriate means of expression

Original use of the constituent elements of the

language

Relevant justification of the choice of constituentelements in light of the desired meaning


Learning Activities

Clarification: The term cultural field refers to a program option.The term means of expression refers to an expressive technique or process .The term cultural object refers to a cultural work, production or phenomenon,depending on the field of study.


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Code: XX07

Objective Standard

Statement of the Competency Overall Performance Criterion

To use techniques or processes for the purposeof expression.



1. To define a creative concept. Clear formulation of the concept

Appropriate planning of the process

2. To test expressive techniques or processes. Detailed exploration of several techniques orprocesses

Sufficient exploration of the possibilities throughtrial and error

Evidence of curiosity and perseverance througha range of experiments

Ongoing improvement based on feedback

Evidence of sufficient expertise

3. Applying expressive techniques or processes. Evidence of autonomy

Appropriate choice of techniques or processes

Effective use of techniques or processes

Original use of constituent elements of thelanguage

Relevance of the concept in light of the outcome

4. To comment on the outcome. Accurate description of how the constituent

elements were structured, and of the techniquesand processes used

Accurate statement of strengths and weaknessesin the mastery of the techniques or processes

Accurate evaluation of the relevance of the ideain light of the outcome

Active participation in criticizing the work done

Learning Activities

Clarification: The term cultural field refers to a program option.


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Code: XX08

Objective Standard


To carry out a creative project. Evidence of originality throughout the creativeprocess

Clear communication of ideas



1. To design the project. Clear definition of the vision

Effectiveness of the ideation process

Appropriate use of different documentaryresources

Production of meaningful drafts

2. To plan the project. Appropriate alignment of the vision, theconstituent elements of language and the chosenmeans of expression

Accurate identification of the steps and resourcesrequired

Consideration of organizational limitations

3. To implement the project. Consistency of the actions with the plan

Effective organization of work

Ongoing adjustment throughout the task

Appropriate exercise of responsibilitiesEffective management of stress

4. To disseminate the product. Production of a relevant and coherent supportingtext

Appropriate comparison of the vision, meaningand outcome

Accurate discrimination of the constituentelements of language and the means ofexpression

Consideration of the target audience and theenvironment in which the product is disseminated


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Code: XX08

5. To assess the work. Appropriate description of how the constituentelements of language and means of expressionwere used

Accurate appreciation of strengths and

weaknesses

Proper assessment of how the product reflectsthe vision

Active participation in criticizing the work


Learning Activities

Clarification: The term cultural field refers to a program option.The term means of expression refers to an expressive technique or process .This objective may give rise to individual or group work.Dissemination may be limited to classmates.


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Program-Specific ComponentObjectives and Standards for the Modern LanguagesOption

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Code: XX09

Objective Standard

Statement of the Competency

To communicate with ease in French on topicsrelated to culture and communication.

Objectifs et standards de loption Langues


1. To identify the meaning of an authentic verbalmessage.

Understanding of varied complex discourse afterhearing it once

Brief description of the central idea

Accurate identification of the main ideas

2. To grasp the meaning of an authentic text. Easy understanding of varied complex texts


Accurate identification of the main ideas and

secondary ideasAccurate identification of the structure

Appropriate description of the authors intention

3. To express a message verbally. Clear, consistent and sufficiently detailedcommunication when giving a prepared speech

Fluid, appropriate communication when speakingspontaneously

Satisfactory use of grammar and appropriatelevel of language


Suitable pronunciation, intonation and delivery4. To prepare a text. Preparation of a clear, coherent text of

approximately 450 words

Compliance with the communication situationand objective


Use of a variety of sentence structures

Appropriate grammar, syntax and spelling

Satisfactory use of verb tenses

Learning ActivitiesClarification: This objective is comparable to Level III of the general education objectives in

French.It builds on the general education objectives in French, which may be adjustedaccordingly.


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Code: XX10

Objective Standard


To communicate with some ease in a thirdlanguage.


1. To identify the meaning of an oral message ineveryday language.

Sufficient understanding of a moderately complexdiscourse lasting approximately three minutes,after hearing it more than once



2. To grasp the meaning of a text in everydaylanguage.

Sufficient understanding of a moderately complextext of approximately 500 words

Brief description of the central ideaAccurate identification of the main ideas

Accurate identification of the structure


3. To express a message verbally. Clear, consistent communication of a preparedspeech containing at least 20 responses

Relevant interaction in a spontaneous discussioncomprising at least 20 responses

Use of appropriate terminology

Acceptable pronunciation, intonation and delivery

Appropriate grammar

4. To prepare a text. Preparation of a coherent text of at least 250words (for languages using the Latin alphabet) or20 sentences (for other languages) on a subjectthat is familiar or of personal interest


Use of moderately complex sentences

Appropriate grammar


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Code: XX11

Objective Standard


To use linguistics concepts in the study ofmodern languages.


1. To identify the basic concepts of linguistics. Appropriate description of the different branchesof linguistics

Acceptable transcription and decoding using theinternational phonetic alphabet

Acceptable recognition of how and where vowelsand consonants are used

Accurate recognition of the meaning of words,

based on their constituent elementsAppropriate explanation of word origins,borrowings and neologisms

Accurate understanding of the meaning of wordsin context, and of connections between words, byusing a dictionary

Relevant connections between the languageslearned

2. To apply the concepts of linguistics to thestudy of a language.

Accurate statement of the question to be studied

Appropriate choice of concepts

Appropriate documentation

Development of relevant, coherent ideasRelevance of the results to the question

3. To incorporate the concepts of linguistics inthe learning of a language.

Ongoing improvement to accentuation andpronunciation

Accurate identification of false cognates

Acceptable enrichment of vocabulary

Evidence of ongoing improvement in the use ofgrammar

Accurate appreciation of strengths andweaknesses


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Program-Specific ComponentElective Objectives and Standards for the Modern LanguagesOption

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Code: XX12

Objective Standard


To communicate at a rudimentary level inanother language.

Objectifs et standards facultatifs de loption Langues


1. To understand the meaning of a verbalmessage.

Adequate understanding of a simple message ofone to two minutes, after hearing it more thanonce

Accurate identification of the central idea

Logical association of the elements of themessage

Accurate identification of idiomatic words andexpressions

2. To understand the meaning of a text. Adequate understanding of a simple text ofapproximately 150 words


Logical association of the elements of the text


3. To express a simple message verbally. Clear and coherent communication of at leasteight responses in a prepared speech orspontaneous discussion

Acceptable use of language structures in themain clauses and coordinates

Use of appropriate basic terminology andidiomatic expressions

Clear pronunciation

Acceptable intonation and delivery

Correct grammar

Appropriate use of verbs in the present indicativetense

4. To prepare a simple text. Preparation of a coherent text of at least 125words (for languages using the Latin alphabet) or60 words (for other languages)

Appropriate use of language structures in themain clauses and coordinates

Use of appropriate basic terminology andidiomatic expressions

Acceptable grammar


Acceptable application of graphic rules for non-Latin writing systems


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Code: XX13

Objective Standard


To communicate simply in another language.


1. To understand the meaning of a verbalmessage.

Adequate understanding of a message ofapproximately two minutes about an everydaysituation or subject, after hearing it more thanonce


Logical association of the elements of themessage


2. To understand the meaning of a text. Adequate understanding of a text ofapproximately 250 words about an everydaysituation or subject

Adequate description of the central idea

Logical association of the elements of the text


3. To express a message verbally. Clear and coherent communication of at leasttwelve responses in a prepared speech orspontaneous discussion of an everyday situationor subject

Appropriate use of language structures in themain clauses and coordinates

Use of terminology and idiomatic expressionssuited to the communication situation

Clear pronunciation

Acceptable intonation and delivery

Acceptable grammar



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Code: XX14

Objective Standard


To communicate with some ease on familiarsubjects in another language.


1 To understand the meaning of a verbalmessage in everyday language.

Adequate understanding of a moderatelycomplex discourse of approximately two minutes,after hearing it more than once



2 To understand the meaning of a text written ineveryday language.

Adequate understanding of a moderatelycomplex text of approximately 400 words




3 To express a message verbally. Clear and coherent communication of at least 15responses in a prepared speech

Relevant interaction in a spontaneous discussionof at least 15 responses



Adequate grammar

4 To prepare a text. Preparation of a coherent text of at least 200words (for languages using the Latin alphabet) or15 sentences (for other languages) on a subjectthat is familiar or of personal interest



Adequate grammar


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Objective Standard


To communicate with some ease in anotherlanguage.


1 To understand the meaning of a verbalmessage in everyday language.

Adequate understanding of a moderatelycomplex discourse of approximately threeminutes, after hearing it more than once



2 To understand the meaning of a text written ineveryday language.

Adequate understanding of a moderatelycomplex text of approximately 500 words




3 To express a message verbally. Clear and coherent communication of at least 20responses in a prepared speech

Relevant interaction in a spontaneous discussionof at least 20 responses



Appropriate grammar

4 To prepare a text. Preparation of a coherent text of at least 250words (for languages using the Latin alphabet) or20 sentences (for other languages) on a subjectthat is familiar or of personal interest

Use of appropriate vocabulary


Appropriate grammar

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