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  • 3.00 Credits

    Analyzes French sound system. Drills on pronunciation and intonation. Selections of prose, poetry, and songs for imitation. Includes a study of the speech organs and how this knowledge helps to articulate and pronounce French language words with more precision and better sentence rhythm. Introduces students to and practice of the International Phonetic Alphabet for transcription of French speech.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Develops students' understanding of everyday life, customs, and social issues in France as well as the country's relationship with the Francophone world. Speaking and listening comprehension exercises in French are supplemented by current primary sources in a communicative context. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-Mid sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages).
  • 3.00 Credits

    Develops an appreciation of French and/or Francophone cultures, their history and contemporary issues while improving communication skills in French at the intermediate to advanced levels through viewing, discussion and analysis of important French and Francophone films.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Focuses on the acquisition of French business language and terminology, as well as current professional practices in French-speaking countries, with an emphasis on France. Contemporary texts, documentaries, films, and other relevant primary sources provide context for in-class discussion and group projects to develop cultural awareness of Francophone business practices, including business correspondence, resumes and cover letters, and job interviews.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides focused examination of selected topics related to France and Francophone countries. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in France and Francophone countries are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the regions.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides focused examination of selected topics related to France and French speaking countries. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological, and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in France and French speaking countries are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the regions.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Presents a thorough review of French grammar while introducing advanced topics not treated in prior courses. Translation practice and structure drills will focus on differences between English and French language structure. Further develops the four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) required to use the French language in a communicative context. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-High sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages).
  • 3.00 Credits

    Explores the diverse voices that make up Francophone countries and regions around the world through film, documentaries, current events, and literature. Designed as an introduction to the cultures of the Francophone world, the course considers issues of social status, history, resistance, representation, and identity while further developing language-acquisition skills. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-High to Advanced-Low sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages).
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces students to important periods, genres, literary movements, and authors from the French Middle Ages through the Twentieth century. As an introduction to French poetry, essay, theatrical works, and novels this course is designed to give students a sense of what constitutes literature as well as a capacity for analyzing texts, discussing themes and ideas, and improving reading and writing skills.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Designed for first-year students, this course cultivates scholarly and academic success, promotes engagement with the university community, fosters personal development and wellness, and promotes understanding of diversity and social responsibility. Individual sections of the course are devoted to specific themes selected by instructors and of interest to students as they begin the intentional process of degree and career planning. The course is required for all first-year students.
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