French (FREN)
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FREN 1010. Beginning French I. (4 Credits)
Emphasizes speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Teaches basic language usage and cultural understanding. Focuses on acquiring understanding through activity-based approaches.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
FREN 1020. Beginning French II. (4 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 1010
Completes the first year of study. Includes the remaining grammar, language concepts, and culture associated with the beginning language sequence. Introduces students to literature in French.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Completes the first year of study. Includes the remaining grammar, language concepts, and culture associated with the beginning language sequence. Introduces students to literature in French.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
FREN 1150R. French Conversation I. (1 Credit)
Offers novice French speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, and sharpen listening comprehension for natural conversational flow. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
FREN 1500. French Travel Study. (3 Credits)
Introduces students to a French-speaking foreign country for a minimum of 10 days of intensive language and culture study. Course entails several meetings prior to departure and at least one after the return home to facilitate observation and analysis of data to be gathered on the tour. An organized presentation of that data will be contained in a multimedia project due no later than one month after tour.
FREN 2010. Intermediate French I. (4 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 1020
Reviews grammar, reading, writing, and conversation skills learned throughout the first year. Introduces readings and discussions on the history, culture, and literature of the French world.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Reviews grammar, reading, writing, and conversation skills learned throughout the first year. Introduces readings and discussions on the history, culture, and literature of the French world.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
FREN 2020G. Intermediate French II. (4 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 2010
Emphasizes reading, writing, and conversational skills through socio-cultural studies in history, literature and art.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Emphasizes reading, writing, and conversational skills through socio-cultural studies in history, literature and art.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
FREN 2050. Advanced French Grammar and Composition. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): FREN 2020G or equivalent
Explores grammar of French focusing on areas typically difficult for English speakers. Provides extensive instruction in, and opportunity for the students' improvement in language production, both oral and written. Completers should improve considerably their ability to express themselves in the foreign language both orally and in written form.
Explores grammar of French focusing on areas typically difficult for English speakers. Provides extensive instruction in, and opportunity for the students' improvement in language production, both oral and written. Completers should improve considerably their ability to express themselves in the foreign language both orally and in written form.
FREN 2150R. French Conversation II. (1 Credit)
Prerequisite(s): Students should have equivalent knowledge of FREN 1020
Offers lower division / novice speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, sharpen listening comprehension, and develop conversational strategies such as circumlocution and managing a conversation with useful expressions for starting a conversation, gaining time to think, helping the other speaker, seeking agreement, etc. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
Offers lower division / novice speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, sharpen listening comprehension, and develop conversational strategies such as circumlocution and managing a conversation with useful expressions for starting a conversation, gaining time to think, helping the other speaker, seeking agreement, etc. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
FREN 3030. French Composition and Conversation. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 2020G or instructor approval) and University Advanced Standing
Advances mastery of French grammar while emphasizing production skills of speaking and writing. Expands reading and listening skills to a lesser degree. Reviews and extends lexical depth. Allows students without experience living in a French immersion setting to advance in their communication skills to where they may participate more comfortably in future upper division courses with other students who do have immersion experience. Offers a variety of topics presented in a variety of media as content basis for real communicative practice in French. Conducts all course work primarily in French.
Advances mastery of French grammar while emphasizing production skills of speaking and writing. Expands reading and listening skills to a lesser degree. Reviews and extends lexical depth. Allows students without experience living in a French immersion setting to advance in their communication skills to where they may participate more comfortably in future upper division courses with other students who do have immersion experience. Offers a variety of topics presented in a variety of media as content basis for real communicative practice in French. Conducts all course work primarily in French.
FREN 3040. Introduction to Literary Genres in French. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 2020G or equivalent) and University Advanced Standing
Explores major literary genres in French across the centuries. Emphasizes oral, reading, and writing development in the target language. Builds new ways of thinking about literature within its cultural contexts. Strengthens ability to express ideas clearly and confidently in French. Conducts all instruction and class activities entirely in French.
Explores major literary genres in French across the centuries. Emphasizes oral, reading, and writing development in the target language. Builds new ways of thinking about literature within its cultural contexts. Strengthens ability to express ideas clearly and confidently in French. Conducts all instruction and class activities entirely in French.
FREN 3050. Advanced French. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): It is recommended that students take FR 2020G prior to enrolling in FR 3050. If you have advanced study of French, you may also contact the French Program Director for a placement test.
Building upon lower-division courses, continues to emphasize reading, writing, and conversational skills through studies in literary and other texts, including films dealing with Francophone cultures. Includes an in-depth review of grammar.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Building upon lower-division courses, continues to emphasize reading, writing, and conversational skills through studies in literary and other texts, including films dealing with Francophone cultures. Includes an in-depth review of grammar.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
FREN 3116. Adventure and Discovery-Journeys through the French and Francophone Worlds. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): Pass French AP Exam with minimum score of 3.
This course is part of the French Bridge Program in the State of Utah, open only to high school students in the Bridge Program. Not to be taught on main campus, and not open to students who are not enrolled in a participating high school. Explores themes of discovery, adventure, and journey in the French and Francophone world through the prism of the fine arts, history, music, texts, films, and other areas. Taught in French.
This course is part of the French Bridge Program in the State of Utah, open only to high school students in the Bridge Program. Not to be taught on main campus, and not open to students who are not enrolled in a participating high school. Explores themes of discovery, adventure, and journey in the French and Francophone world through the prism of the fine arts, history, music, texts, films, and other areas. Taught in French.
FREN 3117. Francophonie-Past/Present/Future. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): Pass French AP Exam with a minimum score of 3.
This course is part of the French Bridge Program in the State of Utah, open only to high school students in the Bridge Program. Not to be taught on main campus, and not open to students who are not enrolled in a participating high school. Explores themes such as coming of age, rite of passage, and education as encountered in cultural artifacts and literatures from France and the Francophone world. Taught in French.
This course is part of the French Bridge Program in the State of Utah, open only to high school students in the Bridge Program. Not to be taught on main campus, and not open to students who are not enrolled in a participating high school. Explores themes such as coming of age, rite of passage, and education as encountered in cultural artifacts and literatures from France and the Francophone world. Taught in French.
FREN 3118. Paris City of Lights. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): Pass French AP Exam with a minimum score of 3.
This course is part of the French Bridge Program in the State of Utah, open only to high school students in the Bridge Program. Not to be taught on main campus, and not open to students who are not enrolled in a participating high school. Explores the City of Lights through the prism of important themes, including, but not limited to, the arts, history, commerce, technology, sports, etc. Examines course themes through a variety of approaches, such as project based instruction, class discussion, and reaction papers. Taught in French.
This course is part of the French Bridge Program in the State of Utah, open only to high school students in the Bridge Program. Not to be taught on main campus, and not open to students who are not enrolled in a participating high school. Explores the City of Lights through the prism of important themes, including, but not limited to, the arts, history, commerce, technology, sports, etc. Examines course themes through a variety of approaches, such as project based instruction, class discussion, and reaction papers. Taught in French.
FREN 3200. Business French. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 3050 or equivalent knowledge) and University Advanced Standing
Prepares students for careers in international business, or related fields, as well as those pursuing a major or minor in French (taught entirely in French). Focuses on developing proficiency in business-specific language and gain insight into French-speaking corporate culture. Emphasizes practical communication skills and professional vocabulary and prepares students for the Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris certification exam.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Prepares students for careers in international business, or related fields, as well as those pursuing a major or minor in French (taught entirely in French). Focuses on developing proficiency in business-specific language and gain insight into French-speaking corporate culture. Emphasizes practical communication skills and professional vocabulary and prepares students for the Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris certification exam.
Lab access fee of $12 applies.
FREN 3510G. Culture and Civilization to 1700. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): FREN 3050 and University Advanced Standing
Explores chronologically to 1700 the formation and development of French speaking societies and cultures. Traces the ethnic development and linguistic history of these societies and peoples, as well as examines manifestations of their aesthetic endeavors. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
Explores chronologically to 1700 the formation and development of French speaking societies and cultures. Traces the ethnic development and linguistic history of these societies and peoples, as well as examines manifestations of their aesthetic endeavors. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
FREN 3520G. Culture and Civilization from 1700. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): FREN 3050 and University Advanced Standing
Explores chronologically to 1700 the formation and development of French speaking societies and cultures. Traces the ethnic development and linguistic history of these societies and peoples, as well as examines manifestations of their aesthetic endeavors. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
Explores chronologically to 1700 the formation and development of French speaking societies and cultures. Traces the ethnic development and linguistic history of these societies and peoples, as well as examines manifestations of their aesthetic endeavors. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
FREN 3530G. Contemporary French Civilization and Culture. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 3050 or equivalent) and University Advanced Standing
Examines contemporary French culture topics (family, education, love and the couple, religion, social challenges, governmental functions, etc.) through studying a variety of French sources: readings, film, lecture, individual research, etc. Analyzes topics through active class discussion in French. Integrates new cultural perspectives in papers and assignments researched and written in French. Conducted entirely in French.
Examines contemporary French culture topics (family, education, love and the couple, religion, social challenges, governmental functions, etc.) through studying a variety of French sources: readings, film, lecture, individual research, etc. Analyzes topics through active class discussion in French. Integrates new cultural perspectives in papers and assignments researched and written in French. Conducted entirely in French.
FREN 3610. French Literature to 1700. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 3050 or equivalent knowledge) and University Advanced Standing
Introduces representative authors and texts of the French literary tradition from the Middle Ages to 1700. Emphasizes literary analysis and criticism. Builds knowledge of literary history, develops skills in interpreting literary texts, and deepens understanding of the French language. Conducts all class activities, instruction, and presentations entirely in French.
Introduces representative authors and texts of the French literary tradition from the Middle Ages to 1700. Emphasizes literary analysis and criticism. Builds knowledge of literary history, develops skills in interpreting literary texts, and deepens understanding of the French language. Conducts all class activities, instruction, and presentations entirely in French.
FREN 3620. French Literature from 1700. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 3050 or equivalent knowledge) or department approval; University Advanced Standing
Introduces representative French authors chronologically from the year 1700. Emphasizes literary analysis and criticism. Focuses on literary history, interpretation of literary texts, and deeper understanding of the French language. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French. Emphasizes writing skills.
Introduces representative French authors chronologically from the year 1700. Emphasizes literary analysis and criticism. Focuses on literary history, interpretation of literary texts, and deeper understanding of the French language. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French. Emphasizes writing skills.
FREN 4050. Special Topics in Grammar Usage and Style. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): FREN 3050 and University Advanced Standing
Focuses on understanding French grammar in context. Uses various literary texts and other print materials in an effort to underscore the grammar concepts studied.
Focuses on understanding French grammar in context. Uses various literary texts and other print materials in an effort to underscore the grammar concepts studied.
FREN 4100. Teaching French Grammar. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): FREN 4050, instructor approval, and University Advanced Standing
Focuses on the fundamental concepts and practices of teaching French grammar in context. Prepares students to teach French language in secondary school settings. Requires a portfolio of best teaching practices as related to grammar instruction.
Focuses on the fundamental concepts and practices of teaching French grammar in context. Prepares students to teach French language in secondary school settings. Requires a portfolio of best teaching practices as related to grammar instruction.
FREN 4200. Advanced Business French. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 3200 or equivalent knowledge) and University Advanced Standing
Prepares students to take the exam leading to the Diplôme de français des affaires (DFA) awarded by the Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris (taught entirely in French). Focuses on effective communication in business contexts, both oral and written. Engages in authentic tasks such as case studies, marketing strategies, résumé and cover letter writing, job interview preparation, and digital communication tools.
Prepares students to take the exam leading to the Diplôme de français des affaires (DFA) awarded by the Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris (taught entirely in French). Focuses on effective communication in business contexts, both oral and written. Engages in authentic tasks such as case studies, marketing strategies, résumé and cover letter writing, job interview preparation, and digital communication tools.
FREN 4900. French Capstone Seminar. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): FREN 4050, instructor approval, and University Advanced Standing
Provides the opportunity to showcase language abilities through various oral and written assignments. Culminates in a final research project in the target language. Requires a selected subject to explore for the capstone project. Possible research areas include literary, film, and gender studies.
Provides the opportunity to showcase language abilities through various oral and written assignments. Culminates in a final research project in the target language. Requires a selected subject to explore for the capstone project. Possible research areas include literary, film, and gender studies.
FREN 4900R. Special Topics in French. (3 Credits)
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 2020G or instructor approval) and University Advanced Standing
Studies topic in detail not offered in other courses. Addresses key aspects of the topic. Engages students in critical analysis and discourse. Develops language skills requisite to such analysis and specific to the topic. Possible topics include French Film, Translation and Interpretation, Francophone Literature, Women's Texts, Courtly Love. Conducted entirely in French. May be repeated for up to 9 credit hours towards graduation.
Studies topic in detail not offered in other courses. Addresses key aspects of the topic. Engages students in critical analysis and discourse. Develops language skills requisite to such analysis and specific to the topic. Possible topics include French Film, Translation and Interpretation, Francophone Literature, Women's Texts, Courtly Love. Conducted entirely in French. May be repeated for up to 9 credit hours towards graduation.