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This training seminar is eligible for the ERASMUS+ program

A course over 5 mornings aimed a secondary teacher with an interest in active teaching methods, an innovative and communicative methodology to spark an interest in learning and as a lively, creative and enjoyable approach to the civilization part of the language lesson.

  • French lessons

    Accommodation in a single room

  • Full board at school restaurant

    Round trip transfer

From November 30 to December 6

1 week

€790/week

Content of Training program

Teachers will learn

The evolution of French society is explored through authentic documents from the press, cinema, music, or contemporary literature.

Seminar

Seminar from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 1:05 PM (25 sessions of 45 minutes).

The seminar runs from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 1:05 PM (25 sessions of 45 minutes).
Each morning is dedicated to the exploration of documents (songs, films, comics, literary texts...), accompanied by active reflection on their pedagogical use.
Participants work in small groups to exchange ideas for classroom use and enrich their methodological approach.

This year, the seminar will focus on:
“Teaching contemporary French culture and civilization”.

The training is led by Alexandre Garcia, Director of Pedagogy at the Centre International d’Antibes.

Accommodation


Résidence Aragon

Résidence Aragon, ideally located just a 15-minute walk from the Château School, offers fully renovated, comfortable studios in a peaceful neighborhood, close to the city center and beaches.

Additionally, this residence provides a privileged living space for the student community of the school, fostering meetings and exchanges in French.

  • WIFI
  • Laundry
  • Air Conditioning
  • Kitchenette
  • Garden
Location

Why choose teacher training at the Centre International d'Antibes?

A recognized training

The Centre International d'Antibes offers a training program that combines the analysis of authentic and current documents with a concrete exploration of methodological approaches for the classroom.
Recognized for its expertise in continuing education for FLE (French as a Foreign Language) teachers, the school regularly collaborates with international pedagogical training organizations and actively participates in discussions on the teaching of French worldwide.
The Centre also maintains close relationships with the linguistic and cultural network of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a key player in the global promotion of the French language.
Additionally, the Centre International d'Antibes is "Qualité FLE" certified and a member of the SOUFFLE network, which guarantees a high level of pedagogical standards, rigorous organization, and a friendly and stimulating learning environment.

An innovative pedagogy

The pedagogical leadership of CIA and the teachers regularly lead pedagogical seminars abroad, invited by French cultural organizations, as well as local training organizations or associations of French teachers. The Centre International d'Antibes is registered with the Rectorate of Nice as a private higher institute. It has been "Qualité FLE" certified by the French State since 2007 and accredited by Eaquals since 2000. The training is eligible for the ERASMUS+ program, PIC number 944934231.

An enriching training in a privileged setting

The training is only held in the mornings, leaving the afternoons free to explore the cultural riches of the French Riviera.
Each dedicated participant receives a certificate detailing the 25 sessions of 45 minutes of training attended.
In parallel, the Centre International d’Antibes publishes "Le Français et Vous", an online monthly published since 2009, offering didactic resources and educational articles based on the principles of active pedagogy.

A training also designed for your students

Every year, many teachers participating in our training choose to return to the Centre International d'Antibes accompanied by their school groups. A natural continuation of the experience lived here, allowing them to extend the immersion by offering their classes a lively discovery of the French language.
Thanks to our customized programs for school groups, combining French lessons, cultural activities, excursions, and supervised accommodation, teachers find themselves in an environment they already know, where their students fully thrive. This bridge between pedagogical training and language stay allows for a sustainable integration of the language in a concrete, stimulating, and enriching approach.

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