Empowering teachers
and students of French
Supporting French language education, acquisition and student career development.
The Carole D. Fredericks Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide teachers with resources that empower students to learn the French language, to appreciate Francophone culture and to assist in their career planning.
Materials for Learning French
Since 2003, the Carole D. Fredericks Foundation has collaborated with individual educators in the United States and Canada, including Tralco Education and the National Association of Teachers of French. We developed and published French lessons that use songs and music videos made famous by Carole Fredericks and the music trio, Fredericks Goldman Jones
Continuing Education for Teachers
Professional Development Workshops for Teachers
(online and in person).
The songs and music videos featuring Carole Fredericks and the trio Fredericks Goldman Jones are powerful tools to teach vocabulary, sentence structure, grammar, and culture. These media work well in listening comprehension exercises. Carole's sister, Connie Fredericks-Malone, and guest educators showcase uses of the materials in classes ranging from K-12 and to University. The media and lessons present an effective approach to learning French.
Support for Students
Develop Presentations for Student Assemblies and School Visits (online and in person).
We tell a riveting story about a contemporary African American woman who develops her musical talents to their fullest. She moves strategically to France in the tradition of earlier entertainers like Josephine Baker during the Harlem Renaissance. Success is almost immediate. Carole’s story motivates and inspires students.
Contact
If we can be of service to your students, teachers or provide materials for your class, please contact Connie Fredericks-Malone, Director.
Email
cdfmusicinc@gmail.com
Phone
(585) 233-2426