French Courses

(Also LAC 115) Introductory course to French Language and Culture. Basic language skills for the student who has no previous knowledge of the language. Course will cover different language functions, basic vocabulary, simple grammatical structures, oral recitation and written composition. In addition to language studies, the course will compare French and French diasporic cultures in the Caribbean, Africa and elsewhere.

(Also LAC 125) Further development of language skills to broaden awareness and increase appreciation of the culture.

Fundamentals of French usage, oral and written. An introduction to French diction and phonetics. The student acquires fluency in the reading of selections from literary works and through training in correct pronunciation. Conducted in the French language.

A continuation of FRN 205.

Principles of French grammar and expression as found in the spoken language and the more difficult literary works. Practical application through the writing of original essays and translations.

A continuation of FRN 310.