Unit 1 Overview: Families in Different Societies

In Unit 1, you show what you know about the concept of family in different societies of the French-speaking world (la famille à travers le monde francophone). You'll need to interpret texts, charts, interviews, and presentations that address a wide range of topics relating to family: values, traditions, changing roles, and challenges across the French-speaking world. It's to your advantage to develop a strong understanding of at least one francophone culture other than France.

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Essential Questions

👪 What constitutes a family in the French-speaking world?

(Qu'est-ce qui constitue une famille dans le monde francophone ?)

• Check out Lesson 1

❤️ What are some of the important aspects of family values and family life in French-speaking societies?

(Quels sont quelques aspects importants de la vie de famille et des valeurs familiales dans le monde francophone ?)

• Check out Lesson 2

❗What challenges do families face in today's world?

(Quels sont les défis auxquels les familles font face dans le monde d'aujourd'hui ?)

• Check out Lesson 3