Édito A1 Method de Francais - Detailed Notes

Édito A1 Méthode de Français 2e Édition

Coordination pédagogique par Caroline Sperandio et auteurs Lucie Mensdorff-Pouilly, Sergueï Opatski, Violette Petitmengin, Sylvie Pons, Caroline Sperandio, Hamza Djimli (DELF), Julie Veldeman-Abry (phonétique).

Publication Details

  • Couverture par Nicolas Piroux.
  • Maquette par Nicolas Piroux.
  • Mise en page par Sabine Beauvallet.
  • Édition par Alexandra Prodromides.
  • Iconographes: Julia Chiron, Maria Mora Fontanilla.
  • Chef de studio: Christelle Daubignard.
  • Illustrations par Céline Bailleux, Anne Horrenberger, JAV, Nathalie Jomard, Marie Morelle.
  • Documents iconographiques par Dany Mourain.
  • Photogravure par IGS-CP.
  • Enregistrements, montage et mixage des audios par Vincent Henquinet – Eurodvd.
  • Montage, habillage sonore, animation, mixage et sous-titrage des vidéos par INIT Éditions Productions.
  • Note de l’éditeur : Édito étant fondé sur le document authentique, vous trouverez, dans cet ouvrage, des anglicismes caractéristiques des nouvelles tendances dans les modes de vie (travail, consommation, ville, loisirs…).
  • ISBN 978-2-278-10364-5 / 978-2-278-10446-8
  • Dépôt légal : 10364/01 - 10446/01
  • Achevé d’imprimer en Italie en janvier 2022 par L.E.G.O. (Lavis).
  • Photocopillage is illegal and endangers the economic balance of books, authors are deprived of a just compensation.
  • The Law of March 11, 1957 does not allow copies strictly reserved for private use. Any reproduction without the consent of the author is illicit and constitutes a counterfeit sanctioned by articles of the Penal Code.
  • To access audios, videos, and complementary activities, go to: didierfl e.app.

Target Audience

  • Adults or late adolescents aiming to achieve A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CECRL).
  • Prepares students for the DELF A1 exam, including comprehension exercises mirroring exam evolution.

Teaching Approach

  • Employs a task-based approach using authentic communicative tasks to enhance interactive skills.

Book Structure

  • Units: 10 units, each focusing on a specific theme and addressing all four language competencies.
  • Content: Utilizes a variety of materials, including authentic documents (written, audio, video) from diverse French-speaking sources and dialogues of daily life.
  • Grammar & Lexis:
    • Guided grammar approach progressing from observation to explanation and systematization.
    • Tables providing a synthetic view of grammar points.
    • Illustrated and recorded vocabulary lists for acquiring practical vocabulary.
  • L’essentiel: Review sections in the middle and end of each unit to consolidate learning through grammar activities and listening comprehension, reinforcing previously learned content.
  • Phonetics: Integrated throughout each unit to improve pronunciation, intonation awareness and understanding of graphemes.
  • Productions écrite et orale: Encourages intercultural exchange and authentic communication in practical, Francophone contexts.
  • Au fait!: Boxes offering linguistic or cultural insights.
  • Culture, Cultures: Sections present aspects of life in France and the Francophone world, such as cuisine and design.
  • Atelier médiation: Collaborative tasks designed to build mediation skills by promoting interaction and cooperation within groups.
  • Vie pratique: Practical life skills in France like how to handle daily situations. Alternates with DELF A1 preparation strategies.
  • Annexes: Appendices include a DELF A1 practice exam, phonetics guide, verb conjugations, content index, and audio/video transcriptions.

Book Content Structure

  • 10 units with thematic focus.
  • Annexes include DELF A1 exam, phonetics, verb conjugations, grammar index and audio/video transcripts.
  • DELF A1 preparation strategies and exercises.
    • Documents and Grammar double pages
      • Two documents (audio or written) for integrated skills practice.
      • Step-by-step comprehension approach.
      • Written and oral production phase.
      • Role-playing activities.
      • Communication boxes to guide application.

Unit 1 Overview: "Comment vous vous appelez ?"

  • Opening page includes a humorous press drawing and the main communicative goals of the unit: asking for and giving personal information.
  • Objectives include:
    • Asking someone to present themselves, presenting oneself.
    • Requesting/Giving personal information.