This workbook was written to support students and teachers preparing for thelistening component of the NEW GCSE French exams beginning in 2026 (firstteaching September 2024).Each unit follows a PIRCO sequence consists of:¿ Pre-listening - A comprehensive vocabulary-building phase featuring 11-12 microreading and micro-listening tasks that introduce key vocabulary from the upcominglistening text.¿ In-listening - A selective listening phase with structured comprehension tasks,including 3-4 questions, true false not mentioned activities, and content reorderingexercises, typically preceded by a 'word grab' game.¿ Review - Students listen to the text while reading the transcript, identifyingobstacles to comprehension. Teachers may follow up with strategy instruction totackle these challenges.¿ Consolidation - Reinforcement of key vocabulary through aural and reading tasks.¿ Outputexercises, essential for reinforcing lexical and syntactic patterns.- Retrieval of target vocabulary through translation and partial dictationstudents' retention of language elements processed in the PIRCO phase.Each unit concludes with 2-3 pages of exam-style listening tasks, designed to assessTopics covered in Part One:Healthy livingCelebrity culture and entertainmentEnvironmentCustoms, festivals and celebrationsMedia and technologyAnswers and transcripts are available in a separate book.For orders and enquiries,please contact us atlanguage-gym@piefke-trading.com
