The French Influence - French lessons & Etiquette

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Simply being French does not guarantee one’s ability to effectively teach the French language. I possess an Education degree from France and have previously served as a high school teacher in a Parisian school district for several years. Even today, I remain registered as a teacher with France’s Department of Education (Education Nationale). My training has prepared me to implement pedagogical methods that yield favorable results, devise various curriculums, and work with students of different backgrounds.
Regardless of whether you’re a high school student who struggles with homework assignments or a retiree seeking to refine their French language skills, my approach is centered around clarifying the language’s logic. You’re likely to remember information better if you understand it, rather than solely memorizing phrases. My goal is to equip you with the fundamentals necessary to construct your own sentences, instead of merely repeating pre-made sayings. I implement a vast array of techniques and materials, ranging from literature and conversation groups to cartoons, sketches, grammar lessons, flashcards, games, writing workshops, and mini-plays, in order to keep lessons stimulating.
While most of my lessons are now conducted online, I also offer in-person sessions near Studio City.

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Service Reviews

4.5

13 reviews

Service as described
4.9
Communication
4.4
Punctuality
4.2
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Michael T.
Knowing that I would be spending a month in Paris, I recognized the importance of improving my high school French skills to reach a proficient level. Marlene proved to be an ideal choice. When I arrived in Paris, I was pleasantly surprised by the significant progress I had made with the help of my tutoring lessons. Marlene is incredibly positive, enjoyable to work with, and an exceptional teacher. I highly endorse her.
January 21, 2023
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Ashley H.
For more than nine months, I have been receiving instruction from Marlène, an accomplished teacher with a vast range of expertise. As a proficient French language learner, I admire Marlène's fervent enthusiasm, energy, and authentic eagerness to cater to my unique requirements. Her approach to keeping me engrossed throughout the course of my language learning journey has been her continual showcase of novel discoveries and the belief in the perpetual nature of foreign language acquisition. Undoubtedly, Marlène is one of the best educators I have ever encountered.
December 22, 2022
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Elizabeth G.
Ms. Mousseux's French lesson greatly surpassed our expectations, leaving my daughter feeling significantly more confident about the language. She's eagerly looking forward to continuing her learning under Ms. Mousseux's guidance.
August 17, 2022
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Ryan G.
Since July 2011, when I first joined The French Influence as a new French student, my experiences have been vast. This is no mere memorization of common words or basic phrases for casual conversations or a lively trip to Paris. Under Marlène's expert tutelage, I have undergone in-depth and comprehensive lessons. Her unwavering patience has been noteworthy throughout my learning journey. Moreover, Marlène's teaching has also enriched my understanding of my native language, English. Her approach to instruction involves elucidating the rationale behind each concept she teaches, which is my absolute favorite aspect of her method. P.S. Film ratings should be reserved for movies, not people!
August 14, 2022
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James L.
Marlène is absolutely amazing! Her French-speaking skills are impeccable, and her level of English proficiency is just as impressive. Whenever there were areas that required further explanation, Marlène was always available to assist me. I truly believe that my consistent A grades were due to her guidance. During our sessions, she provided me with tailored worksheets that were relevant to my current studies, and taught me how to structure sentences correctly. Marlène was very patient and tailored her teachings to the pace that was suitable for me. When I struggled with certain areas, she spent extra time with me until I fully grasped the concept, as though French was my first language. I, like many others, found listening comprehension and pronunciation to be challenging, but Marlène was able to hone my skills and make the language appear more natural to me. Thank you so much, Marlène!
November 27, 2021