400
Representative works and authors from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century. Reading, discussion, and text analysis. Papers and reports. Taught in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or equivalent.
Representative works and authors from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century. Reading, discussion, and text analysis. Papers and reports. Taught in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or equivalent.
Through the exploration of French movies, this course analyzes the evolution of the French cinema and its culture since its birth in the late nineteenth century till the beginning of the twentieth century. It also examines the cinematic language and techniques used in the films.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 301,
FRN 302, their equivalent, or instructor permission
Systematic study of the pronunciation, articulation, and intonation of Modern French. Exercises in phonetic transcription. French songs, radio broadcasts, and TV news on the internet. Taught in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or permission of instructor.
Thorough review and refinement of the essentials of French grammar in order to enhance writing, reading, and speaking skills. Conducted in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or permission of instructor.
Extensive practice in speaking the language with emphasis on the acquisition and use of new vocabulary and more complex idiomatic phrases.
3
Continued in-depth study of advanced French grammar. Application of the new, more complex structures in conversation. Conducted in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or permission of instructor.
This course introduces the French speaking countries’ cultures and literatures. Through text analysis and discussions, it addresses issues related to the relationship between the French language and the identities.
3
Prerequisites
Two 300-level courses, their equivalent, or instructor permission
Study of the social, artistic, philosophical, and political currents of France and other French-speaking countries. Taught in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or permission of instructor.
Study of the phonology, syntax, and lexicon of colloquial French in order to improve comprehension. Taught in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or permission of instructor.
Study and discussion of the main social and cultural issues in France from the 1960s to the present. Exploration and evaluation of current events covered in the French media. The material used will come from French cultural texts, newspapers, radio and television, as well as movies, advertising, and songs. Taught in French.
3
Prerequisites
FRN 302 or permission of instructor.
Academic internships are available for qualified students (3.0 GPA; 3.25 GPA in French). Internships provide students with job experience pertinent to the study of French. The internship may be taken for one to three credit hours. Students may receive an IP (In Progress) grade until the completion of their internship.
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