Requirements for the French Major:1. Complete 30 credits of French, excluding FRE 101, 102, 319, 321, 324,
and 325.
2. A student must earn 12 to 17 credits in French in an approved semester
or summer abroad program, with the approval of the department. The
student has the option of earning up to 24 credits for a full year abroad.
(Refer to Off-Campus Study Programs.)
3. Students seeking certification for teaching French in the public schools
must also complete:
a. FRE 319, 321, 324, 325.
b. One additional teaching major.
c. All requirements listed under the catalog section Secondary
Education.
Requirements for the French Minor:
Complete 18 credits of French, excluding FRE 101, 102, 319, 321, 324, and
325. Advanced students complete 12 credits of French beyond the intermediate
level, excluding 319, 321, 324, 325.
FRE 101-102 Elementary French (3) (3)
A sequential introduction to basic spoken and written French and French
culture. Upon completion, the student will be able to communicate at an
elementary level in spoken and written French and will demonstrate an
introductory knowledge of the French culture. FRE 101 and 102 do not
count toward the French major or minor. Prerequisite: For FRE 102, either
FRE 101 or one year of high school French.
FRE 203-204 Intermediate French (3) (3)
Intermediate conversation and reading combined with a review and
continuation of grammar study. Upon completion, the student will be
able to communicate at an intermediate level in spoken and written French
and will demonstrate enhanced understanding of the French culture.
Prerequisite: For FRE 203, either FRE 102 or equivalent; for FRE 204, either
FRE 203 or equivalent.
FRE 290, 390, 490 Directed Study (1-3) (1-3) (1-3)
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic
based on the interest of the student and the availability and approval of the
faculty.
FRE 302-402 French Language Enrichment (1)
A course designed to encourage interdisciplinary study in French. It is taken
in conjunction with a second course in a discipline other than French. The
student reads materials relating to the second course, which are selected by
the faculty teaching it. The student also reads additional material in French,
under the guidance of a faculty member qualified to teach that language,
and demonstrates course learning by preparing a report or project in French,
based on the reading. Prerequisite: Permission of both faculty involved.
FRE 310 Advanced Composition and Conversation (3)
A course focusing on the development of writing skills and on increasing the
student's conversational skills and ability to understand the spoken language.
Prerequisite: FRE 204 or equivalent. Offered alternate years.
FRE 312 French Civilization and Culture (3)
A study of modern day French and Francophone culture and their origins
in French civilization. This course is taught in English. French majors and
minors must co-enroll in FRE 302 or 402. Offered alternate years.
FRE 319 The Teaching of French I (0)
This course begins the transition from student of French to teacher of French.
Students will engage in pedagogical practices intended to create environments
that encourage active engagement in learning foreign languages. Students
will select and utilize authentic foreign language instruction materials,
including the literature of the target language appropriate for all levels of
learners. Students will plan, implement, teach, and assess foreign language
curriculum in the target language to demonstrate an understanding of
the relationships among central concepts of learning and teaching foreign
languages, including the ability to communicate high expectations and create meaningful learning experiences for all students. Generally taken during the sophomore year. Offered spring term.
FRE 321 The Teaching of French II (0)
This course continues the transition from student of French to teacher of
French. Topics focus on the teaching of French in the middle school. Students
will engage in pedagogical practices intended to create environments that
encourage active engagement in learning foreign languages. Students will
select and utilize authentic foreign language instruction materials, including
the literature of the target language appropriate for all levels of learners.
Students will plan, implement, teach, and assess foreign language curriculum
in the target language to demonstrate an understanding of the relationships
among central concepts of learning and teaching foreign languages, including
the ability to communicate high expectations and create meaningful learning
experiences for all students. Generally taken during the junior year.
Prerequisite: FRE 319 or permission. Offered fall term.
FRE 322 Introduction to French Literature (3)
A survey of French literature from the Middle Ages to contemporary French
and Francophone literature. The course emphasizes developing reading
skills as well as oral expression and written skills. Prerequisite: FRE 204 or
permission. Offered alternate years.
FRE 324 The Teaching of French III (0)
This course continues the transition from student of French to teacher of
French. Topics focus on the teaching of French in the high school. Students
will engage in pedagogical practices intended to create environments that
encourage active engagement in learning foreign languages. Students will
select and utilize authentic foreign language instruction materials including
the literature of the target language appropriate for all levels of learners.
Students will plan, implement, teach and assess foreign language curriculum
in the target language to demonstrate an understanding of the relationships
among central concepts of learning and teaching foreign languages, including
the ability to communicate high expectations and create meaningful learning
experiences for all students. Generally taken during the junior year.
Prerequisite: FRE 321 or permission. Offered spring term.
FRE 325 The Teaching of French IV (2)
The student will participate in a setting where foreign language instruction
is occurring. Students will foster relationships and collaborative skills
with students, families, colleagues, and community agencies to support
foreign language acquisition. Students will seek appropriate multicultural
connections and integrate those perspectives into the foreign language and
other curricular areas where appropriate to prepare students for participation
in a diverse world. Students will become actively involved in leadership
opportunities that promote professional growth in the foreign language
area. Students will demonstrate the ability to promote career opportunities
in the target language. Prerequisite: FRE 324, French major and enrolled in
professional term, or permission. Offered fall term.
FRE 421 French Internship (0-12)
On-the-job experience in French. Prerequisite: CED 205 or permission.
(Pass/Fail)
FRE 423 Twentieth Century French Literature (3)
Representative works of 20th century French and Francophone literature
by authors such as Gide, Camus, Sartre, Beckett, Ionesco and others. In
addition, the course emphasizes oral and written expression. Prerequisite:
FRE 204 or permission. Offered alternate years.