Courses Offered

French

A list of regularly offered courses follows. The indication of when a course will be offered is based on the best projection of the department and can be subject to change.

Please note the key for the following abbreviations: (A) Arts; (H) Humanities; (S) Social Sciences; (N) Natural Sciences with Laboratory; (LS) Language Studies requirement; (NSP) Natural Science in Perspective; (NW) Non-Western Cultures requirement.

COURSES IN FRENCH

FRN101. Elementary French I. Every Fall

For students with no previous experience with the language. An introduction to grammar, pronunciation and culture, with emphasis on developing communicative skills. No prerequisite. Piotrowski

FRN102. Elementary French II. Every Semester

Continuation of 101. Prerequisite: FRN 101 or placement. Piotrowski

FRN201. Intermediate French I. (LS) Every Semester

Review and expansion of French language skills. Emphasis on basic language structures, with practice in the active application of these skills to the oral and written production of French. Traditional review of grammar is supplemented by use of current audio, video and digital authentic materials. Prerequisite: FRN 102 or placement. Staff

FRN202. Intermediate French II. (H) Every Semester

Continuation of FRN 201. Perfection of oral, aural and written language skills, plus an introduction to French reading strategies. Coursework may include production of audio and/or videocassettes in French, individual and group work in the Language Resource Center and the exploration of language sites on the World Wide Web. Prerequisite: FRN 201 or placement. Staff

FRN203. Introduction au Monde Francophone. (H) (NW) Every Spring

Selections from Francophone literature will be read, performed and discussed in their cultural context. A variety of exercises are designed to develop oral and written skills and to complete a thorough one-semester grammar review at the intermediate level. Prerequisite: placement. Same as AFS 203. Diakité

FRN205. Intensive French Conversation: Parlons Cinéma. (H) Every Semester

This course is designed to improve skills in oral expression and aural comprehension. Emphasis is on informed conversation and vocabulary acquisition, based on short readings pertaining to the theme of the selected subject. Subjects may include "French Cinema" "Women in France""French Institutions," or"French Music." Prerequisite: FRN 202 or 203 or placement. Yetter-Vassot

FRN305. France in the Age of Tradition: Introduction to French Studies until 1789. (H) Every Fall

A broad overview of French civilization from the Middle Ages to the 18th century, through representative literary works and other cultural materials (painting, architecture, music, film). Oral and written assignments, along with selective grammar review, are designed to improve students' language proficiency. Prerequisite: FRN 203 or placement. Petit-Rasselle

FRN306. Revolution and Reaction: Introduction to French Studies 1789—1968. (H) Every Spring

A broad overview of French civilization from the Revolution to the Fifth Republic, through representative literary works and other cultural materials (painting, architecture, music, film). Oral and written assignments, along with selective grammar review, are designed to improve students' language proficiency. Prerequisite: FRN 202, 203 or placement. Petit-Rasselle

FRN359. African Francophone Cinema. (H) (NW) Spring 2010

Examination of diverse films by African directors from former French and Belgian colonies. Interpreting their creations as both a visual text and a cultural document will help students explore a multiplicity of issues related to identity and its representation in cinema. Discussions will include a representation of gender, race, social, political, religious and cultural questions. Viewing films from French-speaking Africa, in mostly African languages with English subtitles, students will begin to understand different cultures studied and their national identifiers. Prerequisite: FRN 305 or 306. Same as AFS/TDF 259. Diakité

FRN364. Francophone Literatures and Cultures. (H) Fall 2010

An introduction to the history and culture of at least two areas of Francophonie, such as Quebec, the Caribbean, the Maghreb and West Africa. Exploration of the cultural, linguistic and political interactions between France and other Francophone countries through literary works, films and other materials. Prerequisite: FRN 305 or 306. Same as AFS 364. Diakité

FRN366. Folk Tales and Fairy Tales in French. (H) Spring 2011

Drawing on folk tales from Africa, Quebec and the Caribbean, as well as classic fairy tales from France, we will raise questions about the nature of storytelling and the function of popular tales in a culture. We will examine the tales from a variety of perspectives, borrowing from psychology, anthropology and literary criticism to form our interpretations. This popular literature will also serve as an introduction to the history and culture of various parts of the French-speaking world. Prerequisite: FRN 305 or 306. Gasbarrone

FRN381. Seminar: Advanced French/Francophone Studies. (H) Every Fall

A seminar on a single aspect of French or Francophone culture: a writer, genre, theme or movement, seen in historical and cultural context. Prerequisite: at least one course beyond the 305—306 level. Recent courses include Victor Hugo; L'Eros et la Tradition française; Les Hommes, les Femmes et le Pouvoir au Siècle des Lumières; Mai 68 en littérature et en film; L'Enfance et l'enfant. Topic for 2009: The Ethnic Novel. Open to juniors who petition the department to enroll. Diakité

FRN391. Directed Readings in French. (H) Every Semester

Tutorial for students who have completed FRN 305 or 306 and one other French course numbered above FRN 307. Students who have a special interest may arrange a tutorial with a faculty member. Enrollment is conditional on instructor's permission. Staff

FRN481. Seminar: Advanced French/Francophone Studies. (H) Every Fall

FRN490. Independent Study. Every Semester

The student pursues an in-depth investigation of a topic of special interest, under the direction of an adviser. Available in the senior year as a Senior Research Project. Prerequisite: Permission of chairperson. Staff

TOPICS COURSES EXPECTED TO BE OFFERED IN 2009—2010

Poésie Française et Francophone.

Composition.

Théâtre français

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