26 courses with the subject FREN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
FREN 111French to Engage the World I,4
This is the first semester of a two-course sequence designed to start developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the French-speaking world and develop intercultural communicative competence. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice mid proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in French while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.
This is the second semester of a two-course sequence designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the French-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in French while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.
FREN 113Accelerated French to Engage the World I & II,4
Designed for students with some previous experience with French, this is an accelerated course that combines French 111 and 112 in one semester. The fast-paced course develops the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the French-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in French while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.
In this course students advance their intercultural communicative competence as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the French-speaking world and develop intermediate low language proficiency in French. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in French, while continuing to explore the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.
In this course students develop their intercultural citizenship as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the French-speaking world and develop intermediate mid language proficiency in French. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom, as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in French, while continuing to explore the benefits of bilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.
This course, taught in English, enables students without a background in French language or in French literature to share in this rich heritage. The primary goal of the course is the appreciation and enjoyment of fine literature. The masterpieces selected, beginning with a few legends and farces of the Middles Ages, trace the evolution of social, religious, political and economic aspects of the French civilization.
Designed to prepare the student for a meaningful period of study and travel in France, this course is required as preparation for FREN 300 - May Seminar and is required of students preparing for certification by the Minnesota Board of Teaching.
FREN 299Professional Portfolio for French in the Workplace,0
In this course, students demonstrate their intercultural communicative competence, understanding of the diverse cultures of the French-speaking world, and language proficiency in French through a professional portfolio highlighting a variety of professional language experiences and updated resumes. Students reflect on the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives. Previous or concurrent enrollment in French 212 with C+ or higher.
In this asynchronous, self-paced course, learners study topics related to Francophone cultures and the French language. Students may take this course multiple times to improve and refine their language skills and cultural knowledge. Students complete an external assessment of their proficiency level, providing them an internationally-recognized credential for future employers.
FREN 310Understanding Health, History, and Culture in Southeast Asia,4
This course, taught in English, examines the health, history, and culture of Southeast Asian Francophone countries to understand how these facets work together to impact the mentality and present-day situation in the target country/countries. Interviews with natives from the target culture enhance understanding of how language, culture, history, and health practices inform identity. Work on global health practices and perspectives lends to the interdisciplinary nature of this course.
FREN 311Intensive Oral and Written Communication,4
This course is designed to develop students' ability to organize clearly and communicate effectively in French their own knowledge and ideas, as well as the meaning of cultural texts dealing with France. Students are assisted in transferring grammatical concepts to practical communication skills through oral and written practice. In addition to class meetings on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, students also work with the French native assistant for small-group discussions and projects, usually on Tuesday and Thursday at an agreed upon time. Students will also discover the world of children and adolescent literature. Prerequisite:
FREN 317Race, Gender, and Power in the Francophone World,4
This course, taught in English, examines Francophone texts from a variety of media to understand better the impact of power, racial, gender, and economic relationships on the French-speaking world from a historical/contemporary perspective. We cover Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe. This course counts toward the global studies, women & gender studies, and international business programs. Students may apply this course to fulfill either the humanities or world language core designation, but not both.
This is a survey of the history and development of French civilization and of the Francophone world. The course, and all work, is conducted in French. Students may apply this course to fulfill either the humanities or world language core designation, but not both.
FREN 340French Phonetics and Other Linguistics Issues,2
This course is designed for students interested in understanding the sound system of French. Students will learn the International Phonetic Alphabet and the standard pronunciation of the phonetic symbols in French. Using these symbols, they will learn to improve their own pronunciation and comprehension of spoken French. In addition, students will be introduced to the history and geography of the French language, examine linguistic issues in French that derive from its Latin heritage with Germanic influence, and linguistic issues of the Francophone world today. This course is required in order to meet the Minnesota Board of Teaching standards for K-8 and K-12 licensures.
This course introduces students to understanding identity issues through the analysis of contemporary films by Sub-Saharan Francophone and Caribbean directors: viewing African experience through African eyes.
Intended for students interested in using French in the workplace, the course concentrates on understanding French business culture and practices and economics. This course can also count toward the global studies program.
FREN 370Global Political, Social, Economic and Environmental Issues in the French-Speaking World,4
Students develop greater understanding of global political, social, economic, and environmental issues through intensive study of authentic target language materials. Through projects, papers, presentations, and opportunities to collaborate with native speakers, participants develop intercultural communicative competence and target-language proficiency. Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in the target language required.
Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department or program chair for more information.
FREN 395Cooperative Education at the Concordia Language Villages,1-4
This course is intended to provide students of modern languages with opportunities to teach and study the language of their choice at the Concordia Language Villages. Prerequisite for acceptance: at least two years of course work or the equivalent in the language. The final decision on acceptance into this course is based on mutual agreement of both Concordia language department faculty and Concordia Language Village faculty concerning both the student and the project. A total maximum equivalent of two full courses from 390 and 395 may be counted toward graduation.
This course is designed for students who have completed a study abroad experience such as the May Seminar or a practicum or who have completed another upper-division French course. This course will clarify grammar and syntax issues, as well as improve writing skills.
This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth study of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department or program chair for more information.
This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct research in a specific area of study, completed under the direction of a faculty mentor. Specific expectations of the research experience to be determined by the faculty. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
The practicum is a living and learning experience in France generally lasting at least two months, but which may be extended over a longer period of time. The student lives with selected families in France and completes written assignments. The practicum may be arranged for either the summer or a portion of the school year.
