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French Program Courses
Frnch 101
Elementary French I
Beginning level development of reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking in French, within the context of French culture. Credit by examination in the Department of World Languages and Cultures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the Department is normally not available. |
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Frnch 102
Elementary French II
Beginning level development of reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking in French, within the context of French culture. Credit by examination in the Department of World Languages and Cultures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the Department is normally not available. |
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Frnch 201
Intermediate French I
Intermediate level development of reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking in French within the context of French culture. Credit by examination in the Department of World Languages and Cultures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the Department is normally not available. |
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Frnch 202
Intermediate French II
Intermediate level development of reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking in French within the context of French culture. Credit by examination in the Department of World Languages and Cultures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the Department is normally not available. |
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Frnch 301
Reading and Writing French I
Emphasis on developing functional language skills in reading and writing. Selective review of grammar within the context of cultural and literary prose. Concurrent enrollment in Frnch 320 and/or 310 is encouraged. |
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Frnch 302
Reading and Writing French II
Readings in French prose, theater and poetry. Introduction to close reading and analysis. Development of reading and writing skills for upper-level courses. Concurrent enrollment in 310 is encouraged. |
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Frnch 304
French for Business and Professions
Communication in business and professional contexts in French-speaking countries. Development of effective communication strategies and project management in the workplace. Preparation for the Paris Chamber of Commerce International Business Certification Exam. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
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Frnch 310
French Pronunciation and Phonetics
Practice and theory of correct pronunciation of sounds in French. Techniques of teaching French pronunciation. Correlation between sound and spelling in French. Relationship between pronunciation and grammar. |
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Frnch 320
France Today
Intensive conversational and listening practice. Communicative study of contemporary French culture. Introduction to materials, resources, and forms of communication available on the Internet, and in other electronic and print media. |
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Frnch 333
Topics in Contemporary French or Francophone Literatures
In-depth study of a selected topic, genre, movement, or writer in 19th-, 20th, and/or 21st century literature, civilization or culture. Emphasis on close reading and discussion. |
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Frnch 334
Topics in Early Modern and Modern French Literature
n-depth study of a selected topic, genre, movement, or writer in French literature, civilization or culture from the late 15th to the early 19th century. Emphasis on close reading and discussion. |
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Frnch 370
French Studies in English
Topics vary according to faculty interest. Author, genre or period study such as Francophone literature, women writers, cinema, or contemporary theory. Readings, discussions, and papers in English. |
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Frnch 375
Contemporary France and the Francophone World in English
Readings, discussions, and papers in English on contemporary thought, politics, history, anthropology, arts, etc. |
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Frnch 378
French Film Studies in English
Analysis and interpretation of film in twentieth-century French society. Topics vary according to faculty interest. Film directors, genres, movements (e.g. The New Wave), historical survey, aesthetics, and cinematography. Readings, discussions and papers in English. |
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Frnch 395
Study Abroad
Supervised instruction in language and culture of France; formal class instruction at level appropriate to student's training, augmented by practical living experience. |
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Frnch 440
Seminar in French or Francophone Studies
Seminar in French or Francophone literature, civilization, or cultural studies. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
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Frnch 471
Foundations of French Civilization
Study of French history and culture (e.g. art, architecture, music) from its origins through the French Revolution. Readings, discussions and papers in English. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
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Frnch 472
Modern France and French Civilization
Study of French history and culture (e.g. art, architecture, music) from the Napoleonic era to the present. Readings, discussions and papers in English. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
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Frnch 490
Independent Study
Designed to meet the needs of students who wish to focus on areas other than those in which courses are offered. No more than 9 credits in Frnch 490 may be counted toward graduation. |
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Frnch 499
Internship in French
Credits may be applied only to LCP major. No more than 3 credits of Frnch 499 may be applied to the major. Satisfactory-fail only. |
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Frnch 590
Special Topics in French
A. Literature or Literary Criticism
B. Linguistics
C. Language Pedagogy
D. Civilization |
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WLC Courses
WLC 119
Introduction to World Languages
Study of language diversity and the personal, social and political effects of diversity. Language families, attitudes toward language and dialects, language and culture, multilingualism, foreign language learning, written codes, official languages, and language policy.
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WLC 417
Student Teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
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WLC 484
Technology, Globalization and Culture
Cross-disciplinary examination of the present and future impact of globalization with a focus on preparing students for leadership roles in diverse professional, social, and cultural contexts. Facilitate an understanding of the threats and opportunities inherent in the globalization process as they are perceived by practicing professionals and articulated in debates on globalization. Use of a digital forum for presenting and analyzing globalization issues by on-campus and off-campus specialists.
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WLC 486
Methods in Elementary School World Language Instruction
Current educational methods and their application in the elementary school classroom. Special emphasis on planning, evaluation, and teaching strategies. Nonmajor graduate credit.
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WLC 487
Methods in Secondary School World Language Instruction
Theories and principles of contemporary world language learning and teaching. Special emphasis on designing instruction and assessments for active learning.
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WLC 491
Language in Motion
First 8 weeks of semester only. Enrollment by instructor permission only. Students returning from study abroad prepare presentations about an aspect of the culture they experienced and spend one day in a high school where they give their presentations to multiple classes. Satisfactory/fail only.
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WLC 584
Technology, Globalization and Culture
Cross-disciplinary examination of the present and future impact of globalization with a focus on preparing students for leadership roles in diverse professional, social, and cultural contexts. Facilitate an understanding of the threats and opportunities inherent in the globalization process as they are perceived by practicing professionals and articulated in debates on globalization. Use of a digital forum for presenting and analyzing globalization issues by on-campus and off-campus specialists.
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