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 2-339: 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, to build confidence in the practice of the French language. To achieve this goal, emphasis will be put on extensive examination of French press and French television news, French films, the reading of a novel 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.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: French 202, French 203, or placement by the department.

Learning Objectives

Develop students speaking, listening, reading and writing skills at the advance level of French in a cultural context and foster critical thinking.

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. Classes will be conducted exclusively in French.

Evaluation Method

Students will be evaluated based on their participation, short quizzes, compositions, and final oral interview. There are no written tests.

Class Materials (Required)

1. Charles Juliet : Lambeaux - available on Canvas at no cost.
2. Good dictionaries are recommended: Harper-Collins-Robert French/English /English/French Dictionary, and French/French Dictionary (Micro-Robert) - optional.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for French Majors & Minors. Prerequisite: Students must have completed FRENCH 202-0 or FRENCH 203-0. Other students may register with instructor permission.