An overview of French history, civilization and literature through readings and conversation.
Laboratory exercises, tapes, cassettes and videos.
French 448 is the Advanced course of French, which is designed to offer students information in French history, culture, and literature necessary for continuing the study of French as a Concentration in conjunction with another major area, such as International Business, English, History, Political Science, Pre-law, Criminal Justice and Teacher Education. French 448 will provide students with the course work necessary for them to acquire the skills to have some knowledge of the history and culture of the francophone world for use in the continuation of the study of French or for use in travel in conjunction with a career. Students who successfully complete French 448 will have a clear grasp of the political and literary world of French speaking countries as well as the culture and education of the people. These students will be able to read current newspapers and magazines in French with understanding, as well as some literary works. To give students an overview of the French classical literature.