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• FREN 212: French Lit, Film and Culture

  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. Prerequisite:    FREN102
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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). Prerequisite:    FREN203 OR FR201 OR FR203 OR FR2201 OR FR2202 OR FRE201 OR FRE202 OR FREN204
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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. Prerequisite:    FREN203 OR FREN204
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• FREN 349: French for Professionals

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Focuses on the acquisition of French business language and terminology, as well as current professional practices in French-speaking countries, with an emphasis on France. Contemporary texts, documentaries, films, and other relevant primary sources provide context for in-class discussion and group projects to develop cultural awareness of Francophone business practices, including business correspondence, resumes and cover letters, and job interviews. Prerequisite:    FREN203 OR FREN204
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• FREN 380: French Special Topic

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides focused examination of selected topics related to France and Francophone countries. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in France and Francophone countries are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the regions. Prerequisite:    FREN203 OR FREN204
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• FREN 393: French Indep Study

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides focused examination of selected topics related to France and French speaking countries. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological, and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in France and French speaking countries are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the regions.
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• FREN 401: Advanced French Language

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Presents a thorough review of French grammar while introducing advanced topics not treated in prior courses. Translation practice and structure drills will focus on differences between English and French language structure. Further develops the four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) required to use the French language in a communicative context. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-High sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages). Prerequisite:    FREN203 OR FREN204
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• FREN 412: Francophone Identity

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores the diverse voices that make up Francophone countries and regions around the world through film, documentaries, current events, and literature. Designed as an introduction to the cultures of the Francophone world, the course considers issues of social status, history, resistance, representation, and identity while further developing language-acquisition skills. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-High to Advanced-Low sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages). Prerequisite:    FREN203 OR FREN204
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