Course Description
Continued study of the French language and cultures of the French-speaking world at the intermediate level. Emphasis on active listening, speaking, writing, and reading, and applied vocabulary. Prerequisite: FRE 203 or equivalent or met this level by the placement test; Notes: Students with previous knowledge of French are required to take the placement test. Students who are native or heritage speakers of French MUST obtain permission from the instructor before enrolling in the course. No academic credit will be given without department permission if students have already earned credit for an equivalent or higher-level course or have been placed into a higher-level course; Students may not receive credit for both FRE 204 and FRE 241.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
MAC Category and SLOs
- Describe dynamic elements of different cultures.
- Explain how similarities, differences, and connections among diverse groups of people or environmental systems affect one another over time and place.
Course Specific SLOs
- Analyze literary texts
- Demonstrate proficiency in all language skills
- Compare Francophone cultures
- Use grammar accurately
- Produce oral and written analyses
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Participation | 10% |
| Homework | 20% |
| Quizzes | 10% |
| Exams + Final | 35% |
| Oral Presentation | 10% |
| Composition | 10% |
| Language Contact Hours | 5% |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance is required; excessive absences lower final grade.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
- Portails 2 textbook + VHL access
- Computer
- Notebook
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.