Fren 100 - French for Travel - (Demand)
1 hr. cr.
Introductory course that will familiarize students with the basic elements of
spoken French, French customs, culture and social behaviors. No grammar or
structural patterns will be taught explicitly in this course. Prerequisite:
none. Does not fulfill any foreign language requirements.
Fren 101 - Beginning French I - (F) 3
hrs. cr.
The first semester of French language instruction developing
proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and providing an
introduction to the study of French-speaking cultures.
Fren 102 - Beginning French II - (S) 3 hrs. cr.
The second semester of French language instruction developing
proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and providing an
introduction to the study of French-speaking cultures. Prerequisite: Fren 101 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 203 - Intermediate French I - (F) 3 hrs. cr.
The third semester of French language instruction developing
proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and providing an
introduction to the study of French-speaking cultures. Prerequisite: Fren 102 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 204 - Intermediate French II - (S) 3 hrs. cr.
The fourth semester of French language instruction developing proficiency in
listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and providing an introduction to the
study of French-speaking cultures. Prerequisite: Fren
203 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 250 - French Conversation & Grammar - 6 hrs.
cr.
Intensive practice of basic French vocabulary and structures is combined with
visits to sites of cultural or historical interest in the Orléans
area. Students will have daily classes in grammar and conversation,
supplemented by language lab practice and workshop of their choice.
Prerequisite: Fren 102 or the equivalent and a
placement test.
Fren 298 - Selected Topics in French -
(Demand) 1-8 hrs. cr.
Topics not normally included in another course. Prerequisites are determined by
the department and stipulated in the syllabus for each specific offering.
Fren 301 - Readings & Conversation -
(Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
Continued development of the four basic language skills in the target language
through readings and conversation. The study of more complex patterns in
communicative skills is emphasized. Prerequisite: Fren
204 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 302 - Contemporary French Culture and Civilization - (Demand) 3
hrs. cr.
Continued development of language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and
writing). Contemporary France, the daily life of its people, the social and
economic institutions which impact them, and the arts and media will be the
focus for reading and discussion. Prerequisite: Fren
204 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 303 - French Composition - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
Practice in writing French accompanied by a study of grammar and syntax.
Prerequisite: Fren 204 or equivalent level of
proficiency.
Fren 304 - Introduction to French
Literature - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
This course is an introduction to basic concepts and terminology of literary
criticism through several different critical approaches to the literary text. Reading and discussion of selected poems, plays, and fiction
representing various literary periods. Prerequisite: Fren
204 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 305 - Contemporary Francophone Cultures - (Demand) 3 hrs.
cr.
Analysis of contemporary life in selected French-speaking regions: Québec, Séñgal, and Guadeloupe and Martinique. Students will
continue to develop their French language skills. Prerequisite: Fren 204 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 306 - French Culture and Civilization - (Demand) 3 hrs.
cr.
The course will continue the development of the four basic language skills
(listening, speaking, reading, and writing). The thematic focus of the class
will be the historical, political, social, and cultural development of France
from its origins to the 20th century. Prerequisite: Fren
204 or equivalent level of proficiency
Fren 322 - Twentieth-Century French Literature - (Demand) 3 hrs.
cr.
Reading and discussion of twentieth-century literature from France and the
Francophone world. Prerequisite: Fren 301 or
equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 324 - French Theatre Studies - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
Reading and discussion of French plays from different historical and literary
periods; practical experience in the classroom reader's theater. Prerequisite: Fren 204 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 325 - French Cinema - (Demand) 3
hrs. cr.
A survey of the most important aspects of cinematography and
cinematographic production in France. Covers major figures in the field
of film and an introduction to the major movements. Taught in
French with readings both in French and English. Prerequisite: Fren 204 or the equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 326 - French and the Media - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
This course will explore the French media (particularly print journalism,
television, radio, and the Internet); emphasis is placed on cultural
similarities and differences between French and American media and on
developing language proficiency related to the media. Prerequisite: Fren 204 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 345 - Internship in French -
(Demand) 1-8 hrs. cr.
Off-campus work experience in areas related to professional goals of students. For advanced students in French. Application must be made
during the first half of one semester for the following semester and must be
approved prior to enrolling. Students work under joint supervision of a faculty
member and a representative of the organization providing the intern experience.
A student may repeat the course to a maximum of 8 hours credit. Prerequisite: A
minimum of 18 hours in French with a minimum 3.0 GPA; approval of department
head before enrolling. Some internships may have
specific prerequisites. Guidelines for the internship program are available in
the department’s offices and must be followed.
Fren 350 - Language and Civilization - (Demand) 6 hrs.
cr.
Intensive development of all language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and
writing) is combined with visits to sites of cultural or historical interest in
Orléans and the surrounding château region. Cultural
and literary topics are introduced. Weekend excursions.
Prerequi-site: Fren 203 or
equivalent level of proficiency. A placement test required.
Fren 400 - French for Business -
(Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
An introduction to French business terminology, concepts,
situations, and procedures. Oral and written activities will continue to
develop French language skills within a commercial context. Prerequisite: Fren 301 or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 401 - French Literature to 1700 - (Demand) 3 hrs.
cr.
An introduction to French literature from the Medieval Period
through the seventeenth century, with emphasis on the development of forms and
genres. Prerequisite: Fren 204 or equivalent
level of proficiency.
Fren 403 - Nineteenth-Century French Literature - (Demand) 3 hrs.
cr.
Reading and discussion of selected works of some of the major poets, novelists,
and playwrights of nineteenth-century France; the interrelatedness of history,
literature, and the fine arts: emphasis on Romanticism, Realism, and Symbolism.
Prerequisite: Fren 204 or equivalent level of
proficiency.
Fren 404 - French Women Writers - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
The course will focus on the reading and discussion of works by selected French
and francophone women authors from the twelfth through the twentieth centuries. Prerequisite: Fren 204
or equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 405 - Francophone Literature - (Demand) 3 hrs. cr.
An introduction to twentieth-century Francophone literature of Africa, Québec,
and the Antilles. Continued practice in developing the language skills
(listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Prerequisite: Fren
204 or the equivalent level of proficiency.
Fren 498 - Special Topics in French - (Demand) 1-8 hrs.
cr.
Advanced topics not normally included in regular offerings. Prerequisites are
determined by the department and stipulated in the syllabus for each specific
offering.
Fren 499 - Independent Study - (Demand) 1-3 hrs. cr.
Individually directed study in French. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
The proposed study must be approved by instructor, adviser, department head,
and dean in advance of enrollment.
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