FRE 101 - Beginning French I (1)

French 101- FRE 103 develop students’ linguistic and cultural proficiency. Coursework covers speaking, listening, reading and writing in French. The French language will be used to communicate during 90% or more of class time by both the instructor and students. Successful completion of the beginning-level language course sequence prepares students to function in a variety of authentic communicative situations within a French speaking context and to become life-long language learners. All French language classes, from the beginning to the advanced level, also develop students’ awareness and understanding of cultural phenomena in the Francophone world. French 101 is designed for true beginners in the language. Students are introduced to the standard conventions of French pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary, and focus is placed on building students’ foundation in linguistic proficiency through exercises in speaking, writing, listening and reading. Students learn how to introduce and describe themselves and others, including friends and family. They learn about geography in the French and Francophone world, how to give directions and describe the weather, and how to discuss leisure activities, and travel.
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