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  • FREN 112: Tour de France

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides an overview from a variety of historical, social, and cultural perspectives of the international influences that have molded France from its beginnings into a contemporary global power. Explores notable regions, cities, cultural sites, and geographical features of the country. Introduces students to cultural behavior and basic communication in day-to-day contexts to compare French and American codes of conduct. Employs a variety of authentic, current instructional media through lecture, student presentations and small group projects.This course is taught in English.
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  • FREN 203: Intermediate French I

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops further the four language skills through extensive and intensive practice in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. French language is taught in its cultural contexts, including history, culture, diversity, and comparison with studentsn++ native communication cultures. The course develops communicative language proficiency at the Intermediate-Low and Intermediate-Mid sublevels (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate French-speaking cultures.
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  • FREN 204: Intermediate French II

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Reinforces and expands the material covered in FREN102 (Introductory French II) or FREN203 (Intermediate French I) by utilizing a multi-skill approach: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. A key objective in this course is to encourage students to speak as much French in the classroom as possible. French language is taught in its cultural contexts, including history, literature, visual arts. The course develops communicative language proficiency at the Intermediate-Mid sublevel (according to ACTFL proficiency scale).
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  • FREN 206: Structures of the French Lang

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops the four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) required to use the French language in a communicative context. Focuses on more challenging elements of grammar while expanding vocabulary knowledge. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-Mid sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages). Topics covered are include those relevant to French and Francophone cultures that are associated with the targeted communicative activities.
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  • FREN 211: Fren Hstry and Cult

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Presents the history of French culture and civilization from its beginnings to the present, with emphasis on art, literature, ideas, historical events, and cultural exchanges from the Middle Ages to the French Revolution. Students gain insights in the cultural history of France, including geography, society, politics, philosophy, art, literature, and the sciences. This course is taught in English.
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  • FREN 212: French Lit and Cult

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Explores the role of literature, print and electronic media in shaping society in France and Francophone countries. Students learn how to analyze literary and visual texts using appropriate techniques and methods. Students examine the relationship between literature, film, media, culture, and politics. Special attention is paid to contemporary literary works, cinema, media, and the Internet.
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  • FREN 214: Fren Cinema Soc

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Explores social issues and questions of diversity in Western society. Through a selection of French-language films and documentaries (in French with English subtitles) in combination with relevant electronic and print resources, the course will explore the roots of inequality in areas of Europe and the Americas and how diverse groups cope with the resulting social challenges. This course is taught in English.
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  • FREN 225: Phonetics & Pronunc

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Analyzes French sound system. Drills on pronunciation and intonation. Selections of prose, poetry, and songs for imitation. Includes a study of the speech organs and how this knowledge helps to articulate and pronounce French language words with more precision and better sentence rhythm. Introduces students to and practice of the International Phonetic Alphabet for transcription of French speech.
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  • FREN 227: Conv: French Society

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops students' understanding of everyday life, customs, and social issues in France as well as the country's relationship with the Francophone world. Speaking and listening comprehension exercises in French are supplemented by current primary sources in a communicative context. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-Mid sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages).
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  • FREN 334: French Through Film

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops an appreciation of French and/or Francophone cultures, their history and contemporary issues while improving communication skills in French at the intermediate to advanced levels through viewing, discussion and analysis of important French and Francophone films.
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