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French

It is recommended that students complete all developmental reading course requirements before enrolling in a foreign language class.  Students are strongly urged to take all foreign language requirements in successive semesters.  Native speakers should enroll in French 102 or above after consulting with the appropriate foreign language advisor.
 

FREN 101 - Elementary French I

Understanding, speaking, writing, and reading skills and the essentials of grammar.  Course utilizes tapes, audio-visual materials, periodicals, and class discussion.  Prerequisite:  Completion of Developmental Composition requirement or appropriate ACT/Placement Test scores prior to enrolling in FREN 101.
 

FREN 102 - Elementary French II

Continuation of FREN 101.  Prerequisite:  FREN 101 or permission of instructor.
 

FREN 125 - French Culture Around the World

Examines contemporary French cultures using field trips, maps, readings, interviews, and films.  Course taught in English.  Prerequisite:  ENGL 101.
 

FREN 201 - Intermediate French I

Cultural materials to develop intermediate understanding, speaking, reading and writing skills.  ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Oral Proficiency Testing System included in part of the final evaluation.  Prerequisite:  FREN 102 or permission of the instructor.
 

FREN 202- Intermediate French II

Continuation of FREN 201.  Prerequisite:  FREN 201 or permission of instructor.
 

FREN 225 - Perspectives on Contemporary French Culture

Examines contemporary French Culture using videotapes and audio cassettes.  Uses review exercises and specialized vocabulary lists to assist in understanding and responding to native speakers.  Prerequisite:  FREN 201, or 202 or permission of instructor.