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French 1A: Beginning French 5 units
- Lecture: 5 hours
- Prerequisite: Eligibility for English 108A or English 59
- Acceptable for credit: University of California, California State University
- The student will learn the fundamentals of French grammar and pronunciation and be able to converse on a limited scale about topics of everyday importance. He/she will be able to record this same information in writing and will be able to understand written and spoken French within the limits of the grammatical structures and vocabulary introduced in the course. Emphasis will be placed on communication and relevancy. The student will be personally involved in a variety of activities which encourage him/her to use the language creatively in meaningful situations. In addition, the student will be exposed to various aspects of the culture of the French-speaking world.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 1B: Beginning French 5 units
- Lecture: 5 hours
- Prerequisite: French 1A with a grade of C or better, or its equivalent (2 years of high school French)
- Acceptable for credit: University of California, California State University
- In this course, the student will continue his/her development of speaking, reading and writing skills, and increase his/her vocabulary and knowledge of basic French grammar. More emphasis will be placed on self-expression and readings from topics of general interest. Cultural topics will include further exploration of the geography of France.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 2A: Intermediate French 5 units
- Lecture: 5 hours
- Prerequisite: French 1B with a grade of C or better, or its equivalent (3 years of high school French)
- Acceptable for credit: University of California, California State University
- In this course the student will learn new structures, vocabulary and knowledge of basic French grammar. More emphasis will be placed on conversation and reading.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 2B: Intermediate French 5 units
- Lecture: 5 hours
- Prerequisite: French 2A with a grade of C or better, or its equivalent (4 years of high school French)
- Acceptable for credit: University of California, California State University
- In this course the student will continue to learn new structures, vocabulary and knowledge of basic French grammar. Continued emphasis will be placed on conversation and reading.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 3A: Advanced French 5 units
- Lecture: 5 hours
- Prerequisite: French 2B with a grade of C or better.
- Acceptable for credit: University of California, California State University
- In this course the student enrich vocabulary, oral communication and written skills.conversation and reading.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 3B: Advanced French 5 units
- Lecture: 5 hours
- Prerequisite:
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French 11A: French Laboratory 1/2 unit
- Lab: 1 1/2 hour per week
- Prerequisite: Eligibility for English 108A or English 59
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
- This is a separate laboratory course, offered by arrangement at the student's convenience, which aims to present the culture of the French-speaking world through a variety of media. The student will review the customs and culture of French-speaking countries through slides, filmstrips, tapes, films, and current publications. Students may also use the French language programs to reinforce speaking skills and oral comprehension and to improve pronunciation. This course provides an excellent supplement to French 1A. It may be taken independently, however, by students not enrolled in a foreign language course as most cultural materials have texts in both English and French. May be repeated once for credit.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 11B: French Laboratory 1/2 unit
- Lab: 1 1/2 hour per week
- Prerequisite: Eligibility for English 108A or English 59
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
- This course is a continuation of French 11A, although French 11A is not a prerequisite. The student will expand his/her knowledge of the culture or language of French-speaking people through further use of slides, filmstrips, tapes, films, and current publications. Tapes and programs providing French language and pronunciation drill are also available. The course provides an excellent supplement to French language classes and is usually taken in conjunction with French 1B. Like French 11A, it may be taken independently by students not studying French who are interested in travel or in expanding their knowledge of the cultures and customs of French-speaking countries. May be repeated once for credit.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 50A: Beginning Conversational French and Culture 3 units
- Lecture: 3 hours
- Prerequisite: Eligibility for English 108A or English 59
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
- Designed for those desiring a basic, practical conversational approach to learning a language. Emphasis is on conversation and vocabulary-building with a minimum of grammar. A variety of classroom activities will permit the student to actively use the language while studying it. Cultural topics will center on everyday life in France today (food, customs and traditions, the family, etc.). A variety of audiovisual aids will be used in the presentation of this course.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 50B: Beginning Conversational French and Culture 3 units
- Lecture: 3 hours
- Prerequisite: French 50A with a grade of "C" or better, or demonstrated subject proficiency
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
- This course is a continuation of French 50A. Students will increase their vocabulary and knowledge of basic grammatical structures while emphasizing conversation. The culture of France and other French-speaking countries will be presented through newspaper and magazine articles as well as a variety of audiovisual materials.
- Credit/No Credit option.
French 57A: French for International Business 3 units
- Lecture: 3 hours
- Prerequisite: Prerequisite: French 1B with a grade of C or better, or instructor evaluation
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
French 58A: Immersion French 3 units
- Lecture: Weekend immersion
- Prerequisite: Instructor evaluation and/or approval
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
French 91: Directed Studies French 1 units
- Lecture: 1 hour
- Prerequisite: Instructor evaluation and/or approval
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
French 92: Directed Studies French 2 units
- Lecture: 2 hours
- Prerequisite: Instructor evaluation and/or approval
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
French 93: Directed Studies French 3 units
- Lecture: 3 hours
- Prerequisite: Instructor evaluation and/or approval
- Acceptable for credit: California State University
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