That is exactly what Year 12 students had to do recently as part of their A level French course. A variety of innovative ideas and services including a Francophone magazine, security device, French tourist kit, eco boats and a screen to display buskers’ music were researched and developed. Students then prepared presentations (and even prototypes!) and pitched their idea in French to French speaking governor and local businessman Mr William Anthony who questioned them on their company, product and business model. Hundreds of thousands of euros (well, French chocolates actually!) were then invested in the companies for them to further develop their business and reward them for the quality of their work and ability to communicate in French. Félicitations à tous les participants!
Some quotes from the students:
Bien que j’aie été situé loin de ma zone de confort, je suis persuadé que c’était une bonne expérience et une bonne façon d’améliorer la qualité de mon Français sous pression.
Alex
Non seulement j’ai appris faire un discours en français, mais aussi il va de soi que j’ai appris au sujet d’affaires en général.
Jimmy
C’était une bonne expérience parce que c’est différent de parler à une personne que nous ne connaissons pas.
Billie
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