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FREN 0002 - Elementary French - Level II

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Completion of FREN 1 or two years of high school French with grade(s) of "C" or better Hours: 72 lecture Description: Continuation of FREN 1 with greater emphasis on speaking and writing. Explores culture, historical figures, and events of the areas where French is spoken. (CSU, UC) Units 4 Lecture-Discussion 72 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 72 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Recognize and paraphrase elementary French spoken in simple past tense at moderate conversational speed. Produce accurate pronunciation with grammatically correct sentences in Novice High level conversations. Recognize and explain what is read in simple past tense from any elementary reading passage. Write short sentences and paragraphs using appropriate syntax in the construction of sentences in simple past tense. Compare and contrast cultural perspectives based on readings, discussions, and videos. Course Content Outline I. Use demonstrative adjectives in sentences. II. Express the past using passé composé with avoir and être in affirmative and negative sentences. III. Recognize and conjugate regular and irregular "re" ending verbs in present and past tenses. IV. Substitute direct and indirect objects with direct and indirect object pronouns. V. Form adverbs from adjective and use in sentences. VI. Use the impératif to formulate affirmative and negative commands. VII. Narrate past activities and descriptions using the imparfait. VIII. Recognize and use passٞé composé and imparfait in the same sentence. IX. Compare and contrast "savoir" and "connaître". X. Narrate in the recent past using "venir" de. XI. Differentiate between and conjugate "vouloir, pouvoir and devoir" in present and past tenses. XII. Compare adjectives and adverbs using comparatives and superlatives, including irregular comparative and superlative forms. XIII. Use double object pronouns (direct and indirect) in the same sentence in the present and past tenses. XIV. Discuss daily routine using reflexive verbs in the present and past tenses. XV. Replace prepositional phrases by "y" and partitive articles by "en"- individually and in the same sentence. XVI. French Pronunciation rules regarding the following sounds such as: ti, sti, ssi, s, ss, semi-vowels, mute e, stress and rhythm, ch, qu, ph, th and gn. XVII. Writing compositions in French on topics such as: parties, travels, lodging, food and health. XVIII. Watch video clips related to the lessons and answer comprehension questions. XIX. Present short dialogues in French. CULTURE: Aspects of French and Francophone cultures, both in and outside of Europe: I. "Le Carnaval" and other festivals in the Francophone world such as July 14th and Christmas Markets. II. Fashion in the French speaking world. III. The French speaking world: Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, French Antilles, French Polynesia, Paris, Île-de-France, Normandie, Bretagne et les Hauts de France, les Pays de la Loire et Centre-Val-de-Loire, and la Nouvelle Aquitaine. IV. Tahiti. V. Le Musée d’Orsay. VI. Vacationing. VII. The Alps. VIII. Lodgings in France. IX. Le Château Frontenac. X. Types of architectures in French-speaking countries. XI. Le Vieux Carré. XII. Le Guide Michelin. XII. French cheeses. XIV. Food from New Orleans. XV. Meals in France. XVI. Couscous. XVII. Food-related customs in French-speaking countries. XVIII. Pharmacies. XIX. L’Occitane en Provence. XX. Social Security in France. XXI. Marie Curie. XXII. French-speaking medical pioneers. XXIII. Present a dish from a French speaking region/country using visuals and write a summary of the research emphasizing cultural observations. Course Objectives Course Objectives Through oral and written exercises, activities, assignments, students will: 1. Express words, phrases and expressions to discuss thematic areas such as social activities, traveling and vacations, fashion, lodging, food and health. 2. Identify and employ regular and irregular verbs ending in 're'. 3. Describe the past by using passé composé with être and avoir. 4. Give commands using the impératif. 5. Express past actions using the imparfait. 6. Narrate events in the recent past using "venir de". 7. Compare adjectives and nouns using comparatives and superlatives. 8. Express one's routine by conjugating reflexive verbs in the present, passé composé and imparfait forms. 9. Discuss real-life situations like booking a trip, renting an apartment, shopping for food and clothes, and visiting the doctor. 10. Use direct, indirect, "y" and "en" pronouns individually and together in sentences. 11. Recognize common vocabulary and grammatical constructions to understand spoken and written French at an elementary level. 12. Differentiate between French, Francophone, and American culture in areas such as geography, food, music, politics, governments, shopping, fashion and social life. 13. Identify French regions on a map of France. 14. Watch and discuss authentic French video clips. 15. Analyze elementary- level readings to identify main ideas, summarize content, and evaluate the validity of statements made about the material. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Projects Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Assign reading on French cheeses. Recall vocabulary, principles of grammar and cognates to understand the gist of the text. In groups, students will categorize the cheeses and discuss the data related to cheese consumption in France. Students will answer the following questions in groups: 1. Combien de types de fromage sont produits en France? 2. Quels laits sont utilisés pour faire le fromage en France? 3. À quel moment du repas les Français mangent-ils généralement le fromage? 4. Comment célèbre-t-on la Journée nationale du fromage? Grades based on correct answers. 2. Students will watch a short video on Corsica and find its location on a map. Students will then look at a travel brochure on Corsica in pairs. Based on the reading, the students will draw the itinerary on a map and discuss activities offered for each day. After the reading, the students will answer the following questions: 1. Comment allez-vous en Corse? 2. Où le vol arrive-t-il en Corse? 3. Qu’est-ce que vous allez faire à Bastia? 4. Est-ce que vous allez dormir dans des auberges de jeunesse? 5. Qu’est-ce que vous allez prendre comme transports en Corse? 6. Allez-vous faire des randonnées pendant votre séjour? Graded on a rubric. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Students will write a short paragraph describing their childhood house in the past-tense. They will write about the home's location, the rooms, the furniture, the condition of the house, and the activities they did in the rooms. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Internet search on lodging in France. Compare prices, size, indoor and outdoor features of houses/apartments. Discuss findings with a group. Grades based on accuracy of answers. 2. Group presentation of a dish and a French-speaking region or country. Students will talk about the location of the region/country, its historical background, and its specialties. Students will prepare a dish and bring it to class. Rubric grading. Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Passcode for online homework.