À la une: Jesse Jackson & Civil Rights | CI French (Nov-Int) 23 Feb 2026

Bring real-world French and intercultural learning into your classroom with this À la une lesson centered on Jesse Jackson and his legacy in the U.S. civil rights movement.
 
Designed for Novice through Intermediate learners, this CI-friendly resource uses an authentic Africanews article and scaffolds access through:
 
Running Dictation (Intermediate)
Novice parallel script
Interpretive vrai/faux quiz
4 Corners interpersonal discussion
Presentational synthesis task
ACTFL-aligned holistic rubrics
AP Theme alignment
 
This lesson highlights stories of resilience, leadership, and excellence within historically marginalized communities while supporting proficiency growth through authentic communication.
 
Turnkey. Standards-based. Intercultural.