French

For students with little or no background in French. While the four basic comprehension skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) are all emphasized, class time is used primarily to practice listening to and speaking French. Proficiency is achieved in the present and future tenses and in the use of articles and everyday vocabulary. An awareness of contemporary Francophone cultures is also emphasized.

A continuation of FR 101. Emphasizes all four basic comprehension skills, the passe compose and imperfect, the use of direct and indirect pronouns, frequently used vocabulary, and contemporary Francophone civilization. Class time is spent primarily practicing, listening to, and speaking French.

A continuation of FR 102. Emphasizes the four basic comprehension skills and focuses on the following areas: reflexives, the present subjunctive, and Francophone culture. Class is conducted entirely in French for extensive practice in listening and speaking skills.

A continuation of FR 201. Emphasizes the four basic comprehension skills, the use of the subjunctive and cultural readings and discussions. Class is conducted entirely in French for extensive practice in listening and speaking skills.