Link to my google slides presentation:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1pllulfDDb-1x-mTYYoBO1jXM5ReQf-aG2YaDxFROawY/edit?usp=sharing
-- I tried to be as realistic as possible with the organization of my self-directed learning plan. I wanted to make sure I crafted a plan that fit around my HECTIC schedule, as well as keeping it casual and informal for myself. I will not be using any textbooks and my primary resource will be the iTalki language learning platform. My study for the semester is conversational French, as this was something I struggled with when I first arrived in France summer 2023. I have only learned to speak high French in an academic setting, and I want to be able to speak more casually. This is why keeping my learning plan informal is important to me.
My goal on iTalki is to spend a minimum of 30 minutes on the site per week. Thus far I have only completed one lesson, and 45 minutes felt a little too long. I am going to start with 30 minutes and make my way up. The great thing about iTalki is that I am able to practice my French with a native speaker from a Francophone country. I have aspirations to spend a semester in an African french-speaking country. My next lesson is with a native Moroccan, which is where I want to study.
My classmates gave me positive feedback on my learning plan because of how realistic it is. My learning plan is flexible, and my goal can be achieved around a busy schedule. It is not incredibly difficult to find 30 minutes out of my week to speak French. Hopefully I can keep this up throughout my time at university and into my life post-academia.
Comments
I really like how you have curated your leaning plan to be specific to your current level of French! I think this plan will work well for you, especially because you mentioned it was realistic. Being aware of what you know you're capable of and knowing exactly what you want to learn is a big strength in language acquisition! I think the language diary is a great idea for consistency and reflection, and I hope you can keep up with this learning plan even after this class ends!