Modern Language-French

This course initiates the development of the ability to speak, understand, read, and write French. Students learn the fundamentals of grammar, basic vocabulary, and correct pronunciation. Various aspects of French cultures are discussed. This is a beginning-level course designed for students with no previous experience or with no more than one year of study of French at the high school level.

This course is a continuation of MLFR 101 Beginning French I. Emphasis is on communication through the continued development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in the language. Students continue to acquire grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and correct pronunciation, which enhances their ability to initiate and sustain conversations, read basic French passages, and write basic French sentences and dialogues. Various aspects of French cultures are explored. The Modern Languages Department recommends this course to students with one to two years of previous study in French at the high school level or one semester at the college level.
Prerequisite: MLFR 101 Beginning French I; or departmental approval.

This course involves independent work on a selected topic under the direction of members of the Modern Languages Department. Limited to two courses per student.
Prerequisite: approval of the Department Chair and Division Dean.