André B
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André B
Masters degree
/ 55 min
About your french tutor
André is a passionate and dynamic French teacher who has been teaching for more than seven years. He is dedicated to helping his students succeed. He knows a lot about many things, like public speaking, conversational fluency, André has had an impressive teaching career, with important roles at well-known schools like College Louis Riel in Winnipeg, the University of Victoria , and Western University in Ontario. André has also shown his dedication to promoting French language and culture in various educational settings as a French ambassador for the Saanich School District. André is well-known for being flexible, adaptable, and truly committed to helping each student learn. His friendly teaching style, along with his deep knowledge and creative spirit, makes sure that his students not only learn French but also gain confidence and a love for the language that will last a lifetime. If you choose André as your French teacher, you will have a rich, inspiring, and life-changing experience in school.
French tutor expertise
Career guidance
Conversational French
French conversation practice
French culture immersion
Types of learners for french classes
French for adults
ADHD
Home schooled
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
French for advanced
French for beginners
French for intermediate
French for kids
French classes at a glance
André teaching style is rooted in practical, real-world engagement. He often has students do things like role-plays, debates, and project-based assignments that make them use French in real-life situations. By simulating everyday scenarios—such as ordering at a café, conducting interviews, or preparing speeches—he helps students gain the confidence and vocabulary they need to communicate effectively beyond the classroom. In addition to focusing on language skills, André integrates French culture and technology into his lessons, using films, songs, and online platforms to make learning dynamic and meaningful. He gives each student personalized feedback and makes the classroom a safe place where everyone feels free to participate and take risks. This hands-on, immersive method makes sure that students not only learn the language but also come to love French and its many cultures.
Focused test prep for language exams
88% of students feel prepared for their language exams.
Strong parent endorsements
Highly recommended by parents for practical language learning.
Interactive lessons for reading and writing
Students engage in real-world exercises to improve writing and reading.
French tutor also teaches
French
French Reading
French Speaking
French Writing
Conversational French
Business French
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French concepts taught by André
The tutor and student worked on French pronunciation fundamentals, starting with the alphabet and moving to specific sounds, accents, and silent letters. They practiced reading French words and sentences, and discussed regional differences in the French language. The student was assigned practice exercises for pronunciation and email communication.
French Accents and Their Impact
Regional Accents and Mutual Intelligibility
Mealtime Vocabulary and Cultural Differences
Cultural Nuances in French Greetings and Titles
French Alphabet Pronunciation
The Student and Tutor engaged in a vocabulary-building session, focusing on French terms related to comprehension, opportunity, and communication. They practiced using these words in context and explored related concepts, with potential for future discussions on societal or technological themes.
Comprehension Strategies
Communication Dynamics
Problem-Solving Frameworks
Artificial Intelligence in Communication
This session focused on practical French communication skills for business and everyday interactions. The student practiced ordering food, filling out forms, and participating in role-playing scenarios, with a review of vocabulary related to food and business contexts. The next session will continue with grammar and vocabulary practice.
French Vocabulary for Commercial Interactions
Planning Business Events (Barbecue)
Ordering Food in French
Developing Business Relationships in French
The Tutor introduced foundational French vocabulary, including greetings, polite expressions, and phrases for understanding and asking for repetition. The Student practiced these new terms and learned about the distinction between formal ('vous') and informal ('tu') address. The session concluded with an assignment to create a dialogue and utilize online learning resources.
Basic French Greetings and Farewells
Politeness and Courtesy Phrases
Formal vs. Informal 'You' (Tu vs. Vous)
Basic Question Formation and Understanding
The tutor and student worked on expanding vocabulary and comprehension skills, focusing on different types of texts, descriptive language, and foreign speech concepts. They practiced applying these skills to various communication scenarios, including public speaking and inter-cultural contexts, and discussed strategies for enhancing written and spoken expression.
Classification of Text Types
Factual Text Progressive Comprehension
Foreign Speech Comprehension
Autobiographical Text Analysis
The Tutor and Student discussed various aspects of Artificial Intelligence, including "non-discriminology," data processing of text and foreign speech, and the global political and economic implications of AI. They also touched upon concepts like equity and stereotypes in AI.
Technology Transfer and Foreign Speech
Bias and Exclusion in AI Methodologies
AI Comprehension and Text Analysis
AI Ethics: Caution and Comprehension
Tools & techniques used in french classes
Language simulations
Grammar practice
Speech recognition
Interactive french lessons
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Mobile joining
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Pets are welcomed
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