FREN 1101 -- Beginning French Language and Culture I, 5 credits Common Course Outline (Goals 7 and 8)The first course in a four semester (two year) sequence. In FREN 1101 (French I) students learn basic French grammar such as verb conjugation and adjective agreement and practice the basic skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in the present tense with an emphasis upon correct oral and written expression and aural comprehension. Students are also introduced to various aspects of French culture in France and in French speaking countries around the world in the text and through videos and presentations, which may include historical, social and cultural topics. FREN 1102 -- Beginning French Language and Culture II, 5 credits Common Course Outline (MnTC Goals 7 and 8)Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: French 1101 or two years French in high school with a score of 180 or higher on the French placement test. Note: to take the placement test, go to http://webs.anokaramsey.edu/frenchThe second in a four-semester (two-year) sequence, FREN 1102 (French II) builds on the grammar and skills acquired in French I and involves more complex grammatical forms such as object pronouns and practice of the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is upon correct oral expression, grammatical constructions and aural comprehension, particularly in the past tense. Students also examine aspects of French culture in the French-speaking world and in France as illustrated in the text and through multi-media illustrations and presentations, which may include historical, social and cultural topics. FREN 1111 -- Introduction to French Culture, 3 credits Common Course Outline (Meets MnTC Goal 6 and 8)Cross-listed with HUM 1311 Introduction to the civilization and culture of the French-speaking world, with emphasis on the comparison of cultures and on present trends in political and social life, literature and the arts. This course is taught in English; no previous knowledge of French is required. FREN 1189 -- Topics:, Common Course Outline This course has been developed as a potential permanent course. The course must follow all the same policies and procedures related to curriculum outlined by the college. It does not duplicate existing course offerings. Refer to course notes for specific course description. FREN 2200 -- Field Study Abroad, Common Course Outline (Cross-listed as HUM 2200) Students travel to one or more French-speaking countries to observe firsthand both ancient and modern components of these civilizations. When offered for credit, a classroom segment will precede the trip, covering such topics as a brief history of the area to be visited, cultural differences, etc. No French language knowledge is required. FREN 2201 -- Intermediate French Language and Culture I, 4 credits Common Course Outline (MnTC Goals 7 and 8)Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: FREN 1102 or four years French in high school with a score of 270 or higher on the French Placement test. Note: to take the placement test, go to the French department Web page at www.anokaramsey.edu/french. The third semester of the two-year sequence, FREN 2201 builds on grammar and language skills acquired in the first year language courses (such as present and past tenses and object pronouns), and to increase proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French in more complex thematic contexts. While reviewing first year grammar and studying new grammar points, students explore cultural and historical themes and topics relating to the French speaking world: France, Canada, Belgium, as well as the French Caribbean and African countries through readings, videos and class discussion in the target language. FREN 2202 -- Intermediate French Language and Culture II, 4 credits Common Course Outline (MnTC Goals 7 and 8)Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: FREN 2201 or at least four years of high school French and a score of 360 or higher on the French placement test. Note: to take the placement test, go to the French department web page at www.anokaramsey.edu/frenchThe last semester of a 2-year language sequence, FREN 2202 builds on grammar and language skills acquired in the first three semester language courses by adding new grammar structures, such as the future and conditional tenses, with a particular emphasis on the non-indicative modes, such as the present and past subjunctive, as well as commands. Through readings, videos and class discussion in the target language, students continue to explore cultural themes, with an emphasis on topics relating to modern society in the French-speaking world. FREN 2299 -- Independent Study, Common Course Outline Independent Study allows a student to earn credit while participating in a supervised learning experience in a community-based or work setting. Students must have successfully completed two courses in the discipline in which they want to undertake independent study. Forms are available in the Educational Services Office. All arrangements must be made prior to registration for the semester in which the project is scheduled and must be approved by the appropriate Dean of Educational Services. In addition, a project outline must be approved by the instructor who will supervise the student's work.
