À propos de nous
Let's speak French
How does it work?
1. Watch free weekly 4-minute videos on this YouTube channel
2. Join the conversations
3. Need more? Check out what's new on http://www.frenchconversationgroup.com
Who is it for?
French Conversation Group meets weekly on Zoom. It's meant for non native speakers (beginners, intermediate, advanced) to practice their French and have fun. You're more than welcome to join!
About
I have been teaching French and organizing weekly conversations since 2010 in New York, Los Angeles and London. I am a native French-speaker fascinated by the culture and history of France and the francophone world. Eager to share opinion, ideas and knowledge with the francophile world online.
For private lessons, click here.
A bientôt!
Rafaël
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- Prices start at $11 on http://www.frenchconversationgroup.com
- The unique Zoom link will be available to the participants on the event page on the day of the event
- Get ready with the free Zoom app - www.zoom.us (free basic plan)
- There is a no refund or cancellation policy
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- $12.60
French Conversation (BEGINNER - A1)
·En ligneEn ligneLEVEL: BEGINNER - A1 — 11am PT / 2pm ET
🌬️ La climatisation, oui ou non ? - With the extreme heat that has swept across Europe in recent weeks, the question of whether or not to install air conditioning keeps coming up. One Croatian journalist, in particular, remains unconvinced. Here is a summary of his article: The installation of the first air conditioner on the island of Ugljan in the 1990s marked the end of an age-old Mediterranean way of life. Air conditioning replaced traditional methods of managing heat, altering daily rhythms and local culture. While some view this transformation positively, it has also led to a decline in the culture of public social interaction and a growing obsession with sensory comfort and mental well-being.
In your opinion, what are the pros and cons of air conditioning? Is it truly necessary, or could we do without it?
For reference: original article — French translation [paywall 🔒]#### Word of the week:
LA CLIMATISATION*, nom féminin*
Moyens employés pour obtenir et maintenir dans un local fermé des conditions déterminées de température, d’humidité relative et de pureté de l’air.
= air conditioning#### Preparation:
- find a few pros and cons for the use of AC
- prepare one or two questions
- (optional) watch related episodes: l'énergie verte, l'accord de Paris, le régime méditerranéen
[ If sold out on Meetup, you may find more spots available for the same session at https://www.frenchconversationgroup.com ]
I have plenty of questions for you and I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts. You're also encouraged to ask your own questions to the other participants.
☝️ The session is divided as such:
- Let’s introduce ourselves (10 minutes)
- Misc. & les news (10 minutes)
- Get to the meat of the discussion (30 minutes)
- French film/music/book suggestions and voilà (10 minutes)
The unique Zoom link will be available to the participants on this page on the day of the event.
Don't forget to download and install the free Zoom app (www.zoom.us > basic free plan)
À bientôt!
Rafaël2 participants - $12.60
French Conversation (INTERMEDIATE - B1)
·En ligneEn ligneLEVEL: INTERMEDIATE - B1 — 12pm PT / 3pm ET
🌬️ La climatisation, oui ou non ? - With the extreme heat that has swept across Europe in recent weeks, the question of whether or not to install air conditioning keeps coming up. One Croatian journalist, in particular, remains unconvinced. Here is a summary of his article: The installation of the first air conditioner on the island of Ugljan in the 1990s marked the end of an age-old Mediterranean way of life. Air conditioning replaced traditional methods of managing heat, altering daily rhythms and local culture. While some view this transformation positively, it has also led to a decline in the culture of public social interaction and a growing obsession with sensory comfort and mental well-being.
In your opinion, what are the pros and cons of air conditioning? Is it truly necessary, or could we do without it?
For reference: original article — French translation [paywall 🔒]#### Word of the week:
LA CLIMATISATION*, nom féminin*
Moyens employés pour obtenir et maintenir dans un local fermé des conditions déterminées de température, d’humidité relative et de pureté de l’air.
= air conditioning#### Preparation:
- find a few pros and cons for the use of AC
- prepare one or two questions
- (optional) watch related episodes: l'énergie verte, l'accord de Paris, le régime méditerranéen
[ If sold out on Meetup, you may find more spots available for the same session on https://www.frenchconversationgroup.com ]
I have plenty of questions for you and I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts. You're also encouraged to ask your own questions to the other participants.
☝️ The session is divided as such:
- Let’s introduce ourselves (10 minutes)
- Misc. & les news (10 minutes)
- Get to the meat of the discussion (30 minutes)
- French film/music/book suggestions and voilà (10 minutes)
The unique Zoom link will be available to the participants on this page, on the day of the event.
Don't forget to download and install the free Zoom app (www.zoom.us > basic free plan)
A bientôt!
Rafaël2 participants - $12.60
French Conversation (ADVANCED - C1)
·En ligneEn ligneLEVEL: ADVANCED - C1 — 1pm PT / 4pm ET
🌬️ La climatisation, oui ou non ? - With the extreme heat that has swept across Europe in recent weeks, the question of whether or not to install air conditioning keeps coming up. One Croatian journalist, in particular, remains unconvinced. Here is a summary of his article: The installation of the first air conditioner on the island of Ugljan in the 1990s marked the end of an age-old Mediterranean way of life. Air conditioning replaced traditional methods of managing heat, altering daily rhythms and local culture. While some view this transformation positively, it has also led to a decline in the culture of public social interaction and a growing obsession with sensory comfort and mental well-being.
In your opinion, what are the pros and cons of air conditioning? Is it truly necessary, or could we do without it?
For reference: original article — French translation [paywall 🔒]#### Word of the week:
LA CLIMATISATION*, nom féminin*
Moyens employés pour obtenir et maintenir dans un local fermé des conditions déterminées de température, d’humidité relative et de pureté de l’air.
= air conditioning#### Preparation:
- find a few pros and cons for the use of AC
- prepare one or two questions
- (optional) watch related episodes: l'énergie verte, l'accord de Paris, le régime méditerranéen
[ If sold out on Meetup, you may find more spots available for the same session on https://www.frenchconversationgroup.com ]
I have plenty of questions for you and I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts. You're also encouraged to ask your own questions to the other participants.
☝️ The session is divided as such:
- Let’s introduce ourselves (10 minutes)
- Misc. & les news (10 minutes)
- Get to the meat of the discussion (30 minutes)
- French film/music/book suggestions and voilà (10 minutes)
The unique Zoom link will be available to the participants on this page, on the day of the event.
Don't forget to download and install the free Zoom app (www.zoom.us > basic free plan)
A bientôt!
Rafaël3 participants - $12.60
French Conversation (INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED - B2)
·En ligneEn ligneLEVEL: INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED - B2 — 11am PT / 2pm ET
📖 Topic will be shown here on the week of the event
#### Preparation:
- watch a 4-minute video that will be provided here on the week of the event
- prepare one or two questions
[ If sold out on Meetup, you may find more spots available for the same session at https://www.frenchconversationgroup.com ]
I have plenty of questions for you and I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts. You're also encouraged to ask your own questions to the other participants.
☝️ The session is divided as such:
- Let’s introduce ourselves (10 minutes)
- Misc. & les news (10 minutes)
- Get to the meat of the discussion (30 minutes)
- French film/music/book suggestions and voilà (10 minutes)
The unique Zoom link will be available to the participants on this page on the day of the event.
Don't forget to download and install the free Zoom app (www.zoom.us > basic free plan)
À bientôt!
Rafaël1 participant
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