FREN 2120, four years of high school French, or equivalent. This lower division elective course is for students who have spent little or no time in a French-speaking environment. Sessions will include a variety of discussion formats including individual presentations, debates, and small group projects. Course will make use of a variety of audio-visual material including films, commercials, and televised newscasts. Occasional video-taping possible.
All work is in French.
Active and passive vocabulary. Spontaneous conversational skills. Memorization of songs, poems and skits. Prepared speeches and dialogues. Students may expect to spend 2 hours preparation time for each class.