The Alliance Française de Lyon offers intensive pedagogical development workshops for teachers of French as a Foreign Language.
Which diploma is required to teach FLE?
There are several degree programs to teach FLE, such as:
- The Master FLE (French universities)
- The DU FLE (French universities)
- The DAEFLE (Alliance Française de Paris and CNED)
These diplomas allow access to teaching positions in schools, universities, or language centers such as the Alliances Françaises.
At the Alliance Française de Lyon, we do not award a FLE diploma. Our programs are short workshops designed to:
- improve teaching practices
- enrich lessons
- observe real classes
- develop practical skills
- experience the courses of a recognized French school
They perfectly complement a degree program or a first teaching experience.
What are our courses for teaching FLE?
Definition
Our FLE teacher workshops are professional, intensive, and practical programs. They aim to strengthen essential skills for teaching French as a Foreign Language:
- managing an international class
- designing lesson sequences
- conducting oral activities
- using authentic documents
- applying the action-oriented perspective of the CEFR
They are intended for in-service teachers, beginner teachers, or future teachers looking to gain confidence.
Why take these training sessions?
The workshops offered by the Alliance Française de Lyon will allow you to:
- update your didactic knowledge
- discover real classroom practices
- exchange with experienced tutors
- immerse yourself in a FLE classroom
- experiment with new teaching tools such as FASP (French in the literal sense)
Who are these trainings for?
These workshops are for:
- Active FLE teachers
- Beginner teachers
- Students in FLE didactics
- Educational staff wishing to join FLE teaching
- Teachers abroad seeking short-term professional development
- Professionals retraining toward teaching French
How long does FLE training last?
Our workshops are designed to fit teachers’ availability and needs:
1) “French in the Literal Sense” Workshop
Discover FASP (French in the literal sense): a project run at the Alliance Française de Lyon aimed at teaching French through ecological themes and exploring ecology through French.
- 1 week
- From 9:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00
- 30 hours of pedagogical teaching + cultural immersion
2) Classroom Observation Workshop
Attend in-person classes to understand the contemporary teaching practices of the Alliance Française de Lyon and exchange with a school tutor-trainer.
- 3 days
- From 9:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00
- 12 hours of guided observation
These short workshops allow rapid and effective professional development.
Which skills are developed in FLE training?
FASP Training
This workshop develops essential skills:
- Design a teaching unit from A1 to C1 level
- Create comprehension activities using authentic documents
- Implement the action-oriented approach: the learner acts, exchanges, produces
- Teach grammar in a fun way
- Give clear instructions
- Conduct oral production activities
- Create a pedagogical sheet on the theme of the environment
You will use the teaching material “Le français au sens propre”, designed by Alliance Française de Lyon trainers and recognized for its quality.
Classroom Observation Training
This workshop strengthens the following skills:
- Analyze a trainer’s teaching methods
- Understand the pedagogical progression
- Identify strategies to energize the class
- Observe the use of teaching materials
- Reflect on your own practice
- Exchange with a tutor-trainer to progress
Participate in real French classes, taught by our FLE expert teachers.
Career opportunities in France and abroad
FLE professionals can work in France and also abroad in:
- Alliances Françaises
- French Institutes
- International high schools
- Private schools
- Language centers
- Associations serving non-French-speaking audiences
- Training organizations
These workshops provide professional added value by strengthening teaching practices and classroom autonomy.
What is the cost of FLE training?
Our workshops range from 270 to 500 euros.
These fees include:
- Access to courses and observations
- Tutor support
- Teaching materials
- A certificate of attendance (depending on participation)
- Optional participation in cultural events at AF Lyon
How to register for FLE training?
To register for a FLE professional development workshop, contact pedagogie@aflyon.org.
A consultation appointment is offered if you wish to define your needs or choose the most suitable format.
Why choose the Alliance Française de Lyon to teach FLE?
At the Alliance Française de Lyon, learning French is first and foremost a cultural immersion and a human experience. Our teachers are all qualified experts (Master 2) and FLE-certified, using a communicative and action-oriented method. From day one, learners are encouraged to speak and interact to progress naturally in French.
Courses use the Défi actuel (A1-A2) and Défi (B1-B2) textbooks, available in hybrid edition (student book + online activity workbook with videos, tutorials, and pronunciation exercises). The Apolearn platform centralizes materials, exercises, and videos for an interactive and enriched experience.
Our experienced teachers ensure coherent progression with clear objectives and final tasks in each session. Learners develop skills they can use in their daily and professional life.
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