Advanced Conversation: Debating Contemporary France (303-0-20)
Instructors
Marie-Therese Pent
847/467-0833
1860 S. Campus Drive, Crowe Hall #2-179
Meeting Info
Kresge Centennial Hall 2-331: Mon, Wed, Fri 2:00PM - 2:50PM
Overview of class
The goal of this course is the development of oral proficiency through speech functions, conversational routines and patterns, so as to build confidence in the practice of the French language. In order to achieve this goal, emphasis will be put on extensive examination of French press and French television news, French movies, the reading of a book related to the author studied this quarter, and spontaneous expression through dialogues and discussion, and even debates. Special emphasis will be placed on group work and culturally appropriate usage. The students will participate actively in the choice of the materials.
Teaching Method
Audio-visual and spoken dialogic based on homework and lab preparations. Students will be expected to keep a "journal" with various exercises, articles, summaries, and their reactions to the class material.
Class Materials (Required)
1. Charles Juliet : Lambeaux (Norris Center)
2. Good dictionaries are recommended: Harper-Collins-Robert French/English /English/French Dictionary, and French/French Dictionary (Micro-Robert)
Enrollment Requirements
Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Students must have completed FRENCH 202-0 or FRENCH 203-0. Other students may register with instructor permission.