7.2 Rice Donations

8Y1 Rice Donations!

To donate rice to this cause, go to www.freerice.com - select 'subject' and 'French' or 'German'. Let the MFL department know how many grains of rice you manage to donate!

BBC Wales reports on the need for language learning in Wales

According to a report by BBC Wales last week young people in Wales risk being isolated on the fringes of the global jobs market if they are lacking in the communication skills most highly valued by employers.

Whilst numbers opting for GCSE languages have fallen considerably since 2005, the BBC was keen to point out the significant concerns for Wales with students not choosing languages.

Our economy is more dependent than ever on international links and the decline in language learning is described as disturbing. In other parts of the UK the numbers of students choosing languages at GCSE and A-level is starting to rise again due to the introduction of the E-BACC qualification; in the E-BACC qualification a language GCSE is recognised as an essential skill.

As students in Cowbridge Comprehensive you should recognise the need for your language skills. Don't get left behind on the world stage! Maximise your chances of getting a good job!

Read more of the report about why it is more important than ever to learn a language here!

Year 7 impressive mini projects on ma famille!

Some Year 7 classes have been creating impressive mini project booklets on ma famille. So far Madame Goncellin has been particularly delighted by the creative efforts and high quality of French of Will O'Connor and Jessica Gregory in 7.6. Bravo!

Year 8 German Homework - Hennings Haus

Hennings Haus Geburtstag

 

Watch the video and answer the questions below.





 

 

 Hilfe: Heute = today, Bruder =brother, Schwester = sister

Teil A - Answer these questions in English: (9)

1.     What day is it today for Henning?

2.     How old is Deike?

3.     How old is her sister?

4.     How old is her baby brother?

5.     In which month is Frauke’s birthday?

6.     How old is Svenja?

7.     In which month is Yannick’s birthday?

8.     How many eggs do they need in the supermarket?

9.     How do you say ‘Happy Birthday’ in German?

Teil B - Translate these words into English: (4)

a.     Geschenk

b.     Geburtstagskuchen

c.      langweilig

d.     lecker

Teil C

Look at the references to time in the video – 2:30, etc. Germans do something a bit different when telling the time. Can you work out what it is? (Clue: it’s to do with ‘half past’)

Teil D
Comment on this post with a new word that you have learnt and understood from the video.

Homework Due:
8X1 Tuesday 28th January
8X2 Tuesday 28th January
8Y1 Thursday 30th January
8Y2 Wednesday 29th January

Year 10 French - les devoirs - Mon collège

Mon collège et mes matières!

Cliquez  ici et répondez à ces questions

1)      How many subjects is she studying?

2)      What word does she use for ‘busy’ when she is talking about her timetable?

3)      Why does she like English? ( 3 reasons)

 

4)      What does she say about chemistry (chimie)?

5)      How many pupils does she say the school has?

6)      Give 2 details about her school.

7)      What is i) her favourite part of school? ii) her least favourite part?

 Remember: do this homework after 4pm as the website access is only free after school hours!

 

Les animaux - Year 7



Les animaux

 

Languages are in vogue in the fashion industry.

Foreign language skills are becoming increasingly important for those aiming for the top of this highly globalised trade.

In an article in the guardian on Friday 17th January a number of important points were highlighted about the power of languages if you are considering working in the fashion industry.

 

International brands look for language skills when recruiting. Total fluency is not always necessary.

Language study may not be à la mode at the moment in Britain, yet the British Fashion Council has highlighted the power of languages to extend the worldwide reach of UK-based designers and brands. In its latest report, they want to improve the British fashion industry's world standing by focusing more on languages.

Foreign travel is one aspect that makes the fashion industry appear glamorous to outsiders. However, you won't get as far speaking only English on these trips, says Patrick Clark, another languages graduate and online editor for glossy magazine Schön! When we speak he is about to leave for Milan to report on Fashion Week, where networking outside shows is a vital part of the job.

To find out more about how languages will help your career in fashion click here: Languages in the fashion industry

Language Clubs

More than half of all UK trade abroad is with our near neighbours.

In December it was reported that the UK may be falling behind in business due to the lack of language skills among many British people.

The 'European Survey' on language competences has also affirmed that only nine per cent of English teenagers today can demonstrate credible foreign language skills.

If young people in the UK do not have the language skills required by businesses in an increasingly globalised world they will be putting themselves at a distinct disadvantage compared to many of their European counterparts as businesses continue to globalise. Businesses in the UK will simply employ people from other European countries instead of you.

You can read more here: Why businesses need more language skills

German speakers wanted to meet Anglesey cruise tourists

From BBC News: German speakers wanted to meet Anglesey cruise tourists

German speakers in north Wales are being sought in an effort to capitalise on an expected rise in tourists visiting on cruise holidays.

Click here to read more

Calling Year 9 and Year 11! It's options time! Why should you choose GCSE or A-level French or German!

There are THOUSANDS of reasons why you should add a language to your option choices at GCSE or A-level. Follow the blog regularly over the coming days and weeks for many varied reasons why you SHOULD opt for a language! Don't miss out on a gaining a vital skill which both universities and businesses respect highly and need urgently!


In the 2012 report by the CBI German and French were rated as the languages most needed by businesses in the UK

Learning a language opens your mind to other cultures! Even learning a little bit of language shows employers that you are open minded and respect others!