An Action-Oriented Lesson for Second-Year College French Students

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  • MARIE-ANNE C. THOMPSON Author

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https://doi.org/10.12926/st7gyh67

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In this lesson plan designed for second-year college French students,  the instructor uses action-oriented techniques of future projection, guided fantasy, and situation test. During a SO-minute period, students have an opportunity to apply different verb tenses in a meaningful context while they gain a different perspective on their lives. The article includes a step-by-step description of the lesson, some student feedback, and comments on the benefits of the lesson. Precautionary measures are listed for those who would like to experiment with action-oriented methods in foreign language instruction.

References

Blatner, H. A. (1973). Acting-in: Practical applications of psychodramatic methods. New York: Springer.

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2025-03-14

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Vol. 43 No. 2 (1990): Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry

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