World Languages Two years of the same language are required for graduation. It is recommended that an eligible student complete four years of the same language. Successful completion of a prior level or department placement exam is required for advancement to the next level. • All courses meet 5 days per week, and count for 1 credit unless otherwise noted. • Cultural experience fee of $25.00 applies to all courses in the World Language Department. • Students have the option in the spring of taking the National Exam in their language (current national exam fee applies).
French 1 (2110 - Regular / 2113 - Honors)
Full Year Course – Freshman Level Honors and Regular Honors Placement based on Admissions Exam or Placement Testing Credits = 1.0 (NCAA)
French 1 is an introductory class in the basic structures and vocabulary of French. The main objectives of the course are to introduce and broaden skills in communicating effectively in French. The four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are developed. Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to comprehend simple spoken French on familiar topics as well as being able to speak, listen, read and write correctly in French all while discovering French culture and civilization. This process demonstrates an understanding that competence in a foreign language can be acquired only by mastering the five components of any language: grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, fluency and accent.
French 2 (2120 - Regular / 2123 - Honors)
Full Year Course – Sophomore Level Honors and Regular Prerequisite: French 1 or Placement Exam Honors Placement based on Instructor Recommendation and Dept. Approval Credits = 1.0 (NCAA)
This course expands upon the foundation of French 1 by learning more vocabulary and new grammar such as the future and past tenses. Students read one short novel and continue weekly writing assignments. Students continue to study Francophone culture, specifically that of Haiti and France.
French 3/4 (2153)
Full Year Course – Junior/Senior Level Prerequisite: French 2 Instructor Recommendation/Department Approval Credits = 1.0 (NCAA)
This course changes curriculum every other year so it may be taken twice during junior and senior years. Focus is on speaking and listening by working on cultural projects and practicing everyday speaking situations in French. This class is geared toward the student who would like to continue taking French but is not interested in taking the Dual Credit course.
French 3 Honors (2130)
Full Year Course – Junior Level Prerequisite: French 2 Instructor Recommendation/Department Approval Credits = 1.0 (NCAA)
This is an advanced course focusing on solidifying grammar knowledge such as usage of verb tenses, direct/indirect pronoun usage, and adverbs. Students read more advanced material and are expected to continue improving their ability to speak in French through classroom discussion. Students continue learning about French culture through
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