FREN 201-03 Intermediate French I
Nicholas Shangler · Exhibit - A Showcase of Scholarship, Creativity and Preservation Provided by Xavier University Library (Xavier University) · 2015
Course Description: This is an intermediate French course for students who have begun their study of the language by completing 101 and 102, or who have placed into the course by examination.Please consult with the instructor if you have questions regarding placement.The principal goals of language study are to practice the four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) in order to learn to communicate in French (talk with others, express ideas in writing, read and understand what others have written) and learn about the francophone world.As a student attending a Jesuit Institution whose motto includes "men and women for others," you should strive to become a responsible global citizen.Language and culture are inextricably connected, and therefore the geography, history and language of a society shape its culture.At some point during your first two or three years at Xavier, you will immerse yourself in a culture and language other than your own through intermediate-level study of a language, which will lead to greater cross-cultural competency, language proficiency, sensitivity, appreciation, and engagement.Course Objectives: You can expect to have obtained the following skills in increasing depth upon successful completion of each level of the course: * You should be able to understand most French spoken slower than normal pace, understand some French spoken at normal pace, and develop skills and coping strategies for filling in the gaps of imperfect comprehension.* You should be able to ask and answer questions on a variety of everyday topics, describe people and places, narrate recurring (present) events.* You should be able to perform many daily routines, such as greeting and leave taking, and so on.* You should be able to read almost any simple material related to francophone culture.* You should be able to write about everyday activities, and descriptions of people and places.These objectives prepare students to meet Standard 2b of the Xavier University Modern Language Standards as well as the following goals and student learning objectives of the University Core: