Instructor(s) : ____________________________________________________
Office address : __________________________________________________
Office phone : ____________________________________________________
Office hours : ____________________________________________________
E-Mail : _________________________________________________________
REQUIRED MATERIALS
-Thompson, C.P. & Phillips, E.M. (2011). Mais Oui! (5th edition).
Boston: Houghton Mifflin.
-Thompson, C.P. & Phillips, E.M. (2011). Mais Oui! Student
Activities Manual (5th edition). Boston: Houghton Mifflin.
REQUIRED RESOURCES
- http://www.udel.edu/fllt/flwc - The Foreign Language Writing Assistance
Program is a free resource offered to students to help them to improve
writing skills in French. See information under “Course Content -
Compositions in class”.
ADDITIONAL / OPTIONAL RESOURCES
-http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
(Mais Oui! website for Ace Tests, Improve your grade exercises and
In text audio files).
- http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/french106.html- French 106 syllabus and links
- http://www.fllt.udel.edu – Click on “Study Abroad” for information on study abroad opportunities in Caen, Martinique, Paris, and Québec.
- http://fr.yahoo.com and www.tv5.org –for news, music videos, film,
etc.
PRE-REQUISITES:
Successful completion of French 105, or less than four years of French
in High School.
COURSE GOALS
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
-comprehend basic and main ideas in spoken discourse, comprehend specific ideas communicated by a speaker on everyday concrete topics and some common abstract topics at a normal rate of speech;
-understand more complex but non-technical French, learn the meaning of new words by inferring from the context;
-pronounce French at the sentence level, the eventual goal is to produce short paragraphs with sufficient accuracy to be understood by a native speaker used to dealing with non-native speakers;
-communicate effectively in survival situations by negotiating for meaning with other speakers of French, begin to create with the language, initiate interactions;
-create in class (without a dictionary) and outside of class short texts of sufficient clarity to be understood by a sympathetic native speaker;
-comprehend authentic texts in French by making hypotheses about the content, using different (decoding) strategies to understand texts, identifying functions of text, making inferences;
-demonstrate knowledge of and appreciation for everyday Francophone
culture and culturally conditioned behavioral patterns.
COURSE POLICIES
1. French 106 is an approximately 60-hour course in elementary
French. Successful completion of the course presupposes 60 class
hours of direct contact with the French language in much the same way that
a laboratory course or any skill-licensing course presupposes a predetermined
number of contact hours or practical hours. Nevertheless, students
are allowed four absences for which it is not necessary to present a written
excuse. If any of these four absences occurs on a day when oral and
written exams, quizzes or any graded activities take place, students must
bring a letter from a physician or the Academic Dean of the appropriate
College to document the reason for the absence. The first four absences
are not four free absences; they are four unexcused absences that will
not result in a lowering of a student’s grade. Students are still
responsible for any and all information presented in class. After
four absences for any reason, a student’s final course grade will be lowered
by 1% for each additional absence. This excludes absences after the
fourth which are due to religious holidays, illness, accidents or other
exceptional circumstances. Such absences should be reported promptly
and will require written documentation as explained above. No such
excuses will be accepted one calendar week (7 days) beyond the day on which
the absence occurred.
2. 100-level language courses cannot be taken on a pass/fail
basis if the courses are being used to satisfy a requirement or as prerequisites
of a course used to satisfy a requirement.
3. No make up work is accepted for any unexcused absence or late
arrival to class.
4. Graded written and oral activities in class may be unannounced.
5. In order to get the most out of this course, it is highly
recommended that you spend at least one hour preparing for every 50-minute
class period. Studying includes reviewing pronunciation, listening,
speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and culture.
6. Please read the University’s Academic Honesty Policy in the
Student Guide to University Policies. Also, note that use of on-line
translators is strictly prohibited and is considered academic dishonesty.
If you need help with assignments, please see only your instructor(s),
a University approved tutor, or a FLLT writing assistant. Asking
native speakers or other students to “look over” and correct your paper
is considered academic dishonesty. If you have any questions about what
constitutes dishonesty, please ask your instructor(s).
7. The syllabus schedule is to be used as a guide. Readings,
activities, homework, and exam dates may vary slightly according to the
needs of the class. You will be given sufficient notice regarding
any changes.
8. At the end of the semester, students are expected to complete
the on-line course evaluations at http://www.udel.edu/course-evals
9. Students are not permitted to use cell phones, laptops, or
other electronic devices in class unless authorized by the instructor.
Please note:
1. Do not make travel plans during scheduled classes. This
is not an excused absence and any work missed, including exams will not
be rescheduled.
2. If you have a problem or a question about the course, please
see your instructor(s) as soon as possible.
COURSE COMPONENTS
Exam I 15%
Exam II 20%
Exam III
20%
Oral Exam 10%
Compositions in class / 10%
Writing Assistance Program
Class Performance 15%
Homework 05%
Virtual Tour de France - 05%
(Questionnaire and Oral Presentation)
All 100-level FLLT courses use plus/minus grading (i.e. 87-89=B+, 83-86=B;
80-82=B-)
COURSE CONTENT
*Exams will test vocabulary, grammar, writing, listening, reading and culture in the context of the themes and topics discussed in class. The format of each exam will reflect text, workbook, and class activities.
*The Mais Oui! web site, http://www.college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html , provides excellent practice tests, flashcards, pronunciation practice. Go to “navigate by chapter” and click on the specific chapter. Then, click on either “Ace Tests” or “Improve your grade”. You will also find the “In text audio files” for listening comprehension practice. These activities are highly recommended, but not required.
*Much of the homework will be exercises from the workbook, Student Activities Manual, which accompanies the textbook. Additional assignments will be completed and graded throughout the semester. Although workbook exercises may be corrected in class, be prepared to turn in any and all assignments.
*Compositions in Class
During the course of the semester, you will be required to complete
two writing assignments in class which will target specific skills.
The evaluation form used for grading the compositions may be found at:
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/evaluation.htm
In addition, you are required to use the University of Delaware Writing
Assistance Program.
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE WRITING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/flwc/
Foreign language students at the University of Delaware are fortunate
to have a very helpful resource in the Foreign Language Writing Assistance
Program. This program pairs you with specialized tutors who are ready to
help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, and become more proficient
in your foreign language writing skills.
A session at the FL Writing Assistance Program typically lasts fifteen
minutes. Based on a sample of your writing, the tutor will help you pinpoint
aspects of your writing that may need further development. Together, you
will determine priorities and begin work on resolving any identified issues.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Tutors will not edit or proofread your paper.
For this course, you are required to make use of this resource.
How to make an appointment at the writing center:
In order to make an appointment, please visit the center’s website
at http://www.udel.edu/fllt/flwc/
Type of work you may take to the writing center:
You may take any type of written work to the center. Any homework
assignment may be taken to the center before or after it is turned in to
your professor. Even a graded composition or any graded written part
of your exams may be taken to the center.
Number of required visits and grading:
For this course, two separate visits to the writing center are required.
For these two visits, one grade of 100 will be averaged into the in-class
composition category of your overall grade for the class. There is
no partial credit for one visit.
In order to receive credit for the assignments, please take the special form for each assignment to your meeting with the writing assistant and have him/her fill it out and sign it. Then, give both forms to your professor after your second visit.
This resource is free.
*It is recommended that you schedule your appointments as soon as possible
since time slots fill quickly.
French 106 Visit # 1 to Writing Center
Name of student ______________________________
Name of writing assistant _________________________________ (signature)
Date of meeting _________________________________________
Assignment ____________________________________________
Problems addressed ______________________________________
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
French 106 Visit # 2 to Writing Center
Name of student ______________________________
Name of writing assistant _________________________________ (signature)
Date of meeting _________________________________________
Assignment ____________________________________________
Problems addressed ______________________________________
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
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FR 106 Tour de France Questionnaire and Oral Power Point Presentation
You will choose a city, (other than Paris), in any department or region of France and complete a questionnaire about that particular city. The questionnaire will be turned in to your instructor who will check content and grammatical accuracy. (See the syllabus for details and due dates).
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/questionnaire.html
After the questionnaire is returned to you, you will prepare an oral
presentation using power point. This should be an informative presentation
about the city: location, climate, specialties, geographical description,
(mountains lakes, rivers), places to visit, things to do, historical importance,
etc. You should prepare a minimum of five (5) slides, however, more
slides and more content will increase your chances of a better grade and
give your audience a better understanding of your city.
This is an informal discussion of your city and your virtual trip. Therefore, you may NOT read from your notes. You may, however, write names or new vocabulary on your power point slides. The presentation will be in simple French using the past tenses, for the most part. The vocabulary from chapter 7 will be very useful as well. Remember to include a variety of adjectives from the list that you found on line.
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/Adjectives.html
The presentation should last from 3 to 5 minutes. At the conclusion of your presentation you must include an activity, (game, T/F questions, etc), to be sure that the class has understood the material.
IMPORTANT NOTE: You should prepare your power point presentation
on a flashdrive and in a program that is compatible with a PC. Other
laptops (MAC) will not work in the classroom unless you have the appropriate
converter.
The evaluation of your presentation will be based on 40% content, 40%
clarity, and 20% creativity and overall presentation. It will count
as 5% of your final course grade.
Be sure to listen to all presentations and to take notes as others present
since you will need this information for the final exam.
Bon voyage!
*The Tour de France Virtuel involves researching one city in France (other than Paris), and completing a questionnaire about that city in order to prepare an oral power point presentation in class.
Useful links for this project are at: http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/TourdeFrance.html
The questionnaire to be completed is at:
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/questionnaire.html
A list of useful adjectives that students are expected to use can be found at: http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/Adjectives.html
*For information concerning the oral exam at the end of the semester
go to
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/oral.html
*Class performance will be noted daily. This includes participation
in class activities and discussions, preparedness, and performance on announced
and unannounced graded exercises and activities in class. Please
note that being absent does affect your grade for performance in class.
NOTE: It is important to bring both the textbook and the student
activities manual to class everyday since some activities will be completed
in class, collected, and receive a grade. Failure to have the necessary
materials will result in a zero for that exercise or activity.
COURSE CALENDAR
TX = Textbook WB = Workbook section of Student Activities Manual
LM = Lab Manual section of Student Activities Manual
*BRING THE TEXTBOOK AND THE STUDENT ACTIVITIES MANUAL TO EACH CLASS.
4 Feb. (M) Introduction to course / Asking questions / Becoming acquainted
Introduction to course – syllabus will be e-mailed to students.
Review question forms
and become acquainted using previously learned verbs in present tense.
(Review question forms – TX p. 40, 41, 93)
5 Feb. (T) Introduction to course / Becoming acquainted / Talking about present
Review of present tense using verbs from Chapters 1-5 of Mais Oui.
(Review present tense -TX 62-64)
For Wed. Read the syllabus. Study verbs Ch. 1-5 for
meaning and form in present tense. Prepare 10 questions to become
acquainted with others using the present tense of verbs from Ch. 1-5 from
the list attached to the syllabus.
Search Why study French? Find three interesting facts about the
use of French or the importance of learning the language.
6 Feb. (W) Talking about present time / Describing oneself and others
Review course syllabus and policies. Discuss reasons to study
French. Interviews in class using the 10 questions prepared for today.
Review adjectives: (TX 49 for adjectives for nationalities, professions,
and describing people; TX 83 for physical descriptions, (avoir ____ ans);
TX 84 for possessive adjectives : mon, ma ,mes, ton, ta, tes, son, sa,
ses, notre, nos, votre, vos, leur, leurs)
Adverbs of frequency: toujours, souvent, quelquefois, rarement, or
ne…jamais
For Fri. Study verbs Ch. 1-5 for meaning and form in present tense.
Write a paragraph of 10 sentences describing the person you interviewed
in class, likes and dislikes, studies, leisure activities, etc. Include
toujours, souvent, quelquefois,
rarement and ne…jamais. Use some verbs (in present tense) from the
lists Ch. 1-5 attached to the syllabus and adjectives from the textbook
pages listed above.
8 Feb. (F) Talking about weather and seasons
Paragraph is due. Introduction to weather expressions: TX
203 vocabulaire actif
TX 113 for review of le futur proche (aller + infinitif)
For Mon. Read note culturelle TX 205 and complete WB Ch. 6 p. 59, 60 Ex. A, B
11 Feb. (M) Talking about weather and seasons
Weather and seasons: TX 205-207
12 Feb. (T) Talking about weather and seasons
TX 202-205 A l’écoute!
For Wed. Go to www.tv5.org and click on météo. Find the cities CAEN, FORT-DE-FRANCE, PARIS, and QUEBEC and be prepared to give the weather forecast in class. Use three weather expressions in either the affirmative or negative for each city. Use the present tense for current conditions and the futur proche for the forecast.
13 Feb. (W) Talking about favorite pastimes
Discuss weather assignment. Introduce verbs: lire, dire, voir, écrire TX 216-218
For Fri. WB p. 62 Ex. F; read notes culturelles TX p. 218, p. 223
15 Feb. (F) Saying what happened
TX 187 Passé composé (avoir)
For Mon. Read TX 187, WB Ch. 5 p. 53-55 Ex. K, L, M
18 Feb. (M) Saying what happened
TX 207 - 210 Passé composé (être)
19 Feb. (T) Inviting and responding to invitations
TX 229-230; WB p. 65 Ex. M
For Wed. Read TX 207 – 208; WB Ch. 6 p. 60-61 Ex. C, D, E; p. 62 Ex. G
20 Feb. (W) Saying what happened / Reading strategies / Making predictions
TX 231 Pre-reading exercises for M. Bordenave n’aime pas le soleil
For Fri. Read TX 231-233 ; TX 233-234 Ex. 5, 6 ; Write five sentences
using d’abord, puis, ensuite, plus tard, finalement and the passé
composé to say what happened in this reading.
22 Feb. (F) Avoiding repetition
Five sentences are due. Discuss reading.
TX 219 - 221 direct object pronouns me, te, nous, vous, le, la, l’,
les
For Mon. WB Ch. 6 p. 63, 64 Ex. H, I, J
25 Feb. (M) Saying what happened and avoiding repetition
Work with passé composé and object pronouns.
26 Feb. (T) Talking about choices
TX 227-228 ir verbs like choisir (finir, grossir, maigrir, réussir, réfléchir)
For Wed. WB CH 6 p. 64 Ex. K, L
27 Feb. (W) Developing speaking skills
Role plays in class using vocabulary and structures from chapter 6.
For Fri. Begin to review for Exam I.
1 Mar. (F) Review for Exam I
For Mon. Study verbs from chapters 1-5, chapter 6, and class notes for
Exam I. There are helpful flashcards and practice tests accessible
on the textbook webpage: http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
These exercises are highly recommended but not required.
4 Mar. (M) EXAM I
5 Mar. (T) Choosing hotels in France / Making a reservation
TX 240 – 243 à l’écoute exercises, à l’hôtel
Vocabulaire actif TX 242
For Wed. Complete WB Ch. 7 p. 69 Ex. A; Read note culturelle TX 242.
6 Mar. (W) Talking about coming and going
TX 244 – 245 verbs: sortir, partir, dormir, servir.
Explanation of the Tour de France Virtuel project. The questionnaire will be due on April 10. You should refer to the French 106 web page for numerous links to French cities and regions. Vocabulary, structures, and cultural notes in Chapter 7 will be very helpful to successfully complete this assignment. This project takes time. Please plan accordingly. Since you will give an oral Power Point presentation about this virtual vacation at the end of the semester, you should find as many details as possible when completing the questionnaire.
For Fri. Choose a city in France that you would like to visit. If you
have already chosen a city for the Tour de France Virtuel, you could search
on line for a hotel in that city. Write a description of the hotel
using vocabulary from TX 242 vocabulaire actif.
WB p. 70 Ex. B, C.
8 Mar. (F) Talking about vacation activities
Discuss hotel assignment. Vocabulary TX 249 Un voyage en Afrique.
Introduction to aller à, revenir de used with cities, TX 253
- 255. TX 254 (re)venir.
For Mon. Print out the Tour de France questionnaire and bring to class.
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/questionnaire.html
Print out the list of useful adjectives and bring to class.
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/Adjectives.html
Complete WB Ch. 7 p. 71 Ex. E; WB Ch. 7 p. 72 Ex. G.
Read the information on la Tunisie and le Sénégal TX
250.
Imagine that you visited either la Tunisie or le Sénégal.
Write 10 sentences in the past saying what you did there using vocabulary
TX 249, 251. Read note culturelle TX 252.
11 Mar. (M) Traveling by train
Ten sentences are due. Explanation of the Tour de France questionnaire.
TX 264 – 265 verbs ending in re : attendre, descendre, entendre, perdre,
rendre visite à, répondre, vendre
12 Mar. (T) Traveling by train
TX 260 – 262 A l’écoute. A la gare. TX 262 Vocabulaire actif.
For Wed. Complete WB Ch. 7 p. 72, 73 Ex. H
Read note culturelle TX 259, 261.
13 Mar. (W) Developing writing skills
TX 265 Ex. O
For Fri. Prepare for Composition I in class. Review vocabulary
(Chapters 6, 7), and structures such as the passé composé.
Print and bring to class the evaluation sheet for writing assignments:
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/evaluation.htm
15 Mar. (F) Composition I in class
18 Mar. (M) Francophone Day in Trabant MPR C
Go to Trabant MPR C at the time of your regularly scheduled class.
Look at the exhibits.
Choose the Francophone country that interests you the most. Note
the information from the exhibit / poster in order to complete the assignment
for Tuesday.
For Tues. Write a paragraph of 10-12 sentences about the country you would like to visit and why. Include some of the information you found on the poster such as: location, climate, food, places to visit, cultural and historical importance, etc.
19 Mar. (T) Reflection on Francophone Day
The assignment on Francophone Day is due today.
20 Mar. (W) Developing reading strategies: Using context and cognates for comprehension
TX 269 – 270 Pre-reading exercises for Le voyage du Petit Prince.
For Fri. Read TX p. 269 – 271; Complete TX p. 272 Ex. 4, 5
22 Mar. (F) Discussing a French text
Discussion of reading TX 269 - 271.
MARCH 25 – 29 SPRING BREAK
1 Apr. (M) Referring to someone already mentioned
TX 266 - 268 Indirect object pronouns: lui, leur
2 Apr. (T) Asking for information or help
TX 257 – 258; Note culturelle TX 258
For Wed. WB Ch. 7 p. 73 Ex. I; WB Ch. 7 p. 74, 75 Ex. J, K
3 Apr. (W) Developing speaking skills
Correct WB assignments. Role plays based on the Petit Prince.
For Fri. Begin to review for Exam II.
5 Apr. (F) Review for Exam II
For Mon. Prepare for Exam II. The textbook website provides
flashcards and practice tests for chapters 6 and 7. These exercises
are highly recommended but not required.
http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
8 Apr. (M) EXAM II
**You must plan to view the film, Après Vous on your own time before class meets on Tuesday, April 16.**
9 Apr. (T) Describing how things used to be
TX 280 - 282 Imparfait
For Wed. Complete the Tour de France Questionnaire.
Read TX 280 - 281; WB Ch. 8 p. 79, 80 Ex. A, B.
10 Apr. (W) Describing how things used to be / Talking about friendships
The Tour de France Questionnaire is due today.
Les verbes pronominaux TX. 283 – 285 les verbes pronominaux : se souvenir,
se battre, se disputer, s’entendre, se voir, se comprendre, s’amuser, s’ennuyer,
se parler, se sentir,
s’inquiéter, etc.
For Fri. WB Ch. 8 p. 80 Ex. C; WB p. 82 Ex. D
Choose a famous person from the francophone world, (artist, musician,
politician, scientist, fashion designer, economist, etc.). Use the
imparfait to imagine what this person used to do during his/her childhood
based on his/her accomplishments as an adult. Write 10 sentences
in imparfait. Do not use the person’s name in your description.
The class will guess the identity.
12 Apr. (F) Describing how things used to be / Linking ideas
10 sentences due. Discuss childhoods of famous francophone figures.
TX 290 - 293 qui / que
For Mon. WB Ch. 8 p. 82 Ex. E, F
15 Apr. (M) Preparing for the discussion of the film
Work with vocabulary for the film, Après Vous.
Complete Ex. I of film packet in class.
16 Apr. (T) Discussing a French film / Saying you know someone or something
Discussion of film in class. Complete Ex. II of film packet in
class.
The verbs savoir and connaître TX 337-338.
For Wed. Complete Ex. III, V, VI of film packet
WB Ch. 9 p. 92, 93 Ex. G, H
17 Apr. (W) Discussing a French film / Telling a story about the past
Correct film exercises.
Explanation of use of past tenses in the context of the film.
For Fri. Complete p. 6 Ex. VII (#1-4) of film packet
Read TX 319-320 for explanation of use of past tenses.
Complete p. 7 of the film packet.
19 Apr. (F) Describing relationships
Discuss Ex. VII (1-4) and assignments. Practice with object pronouns. TX 293-296.
For Mon. WB p. 82-84 Ex. G, H, I
WB Ch. 9 p. 89, 90 Ex. A
22 Apr. (M) Expressing obligation and necessity
Correct exercises.
TX 301 – 303 the verb devoir
23 Apr. (T) Making suggestions and giving advice
TX 303 – 305 (devoir, il faut, avoir besoin de + infinitif ; si tu + imparfait)
For Wed. WB Ch. 8 p. 84 Ex. J, K; WB Ch. 8 p. 85 Ex.
L
Complete p.6 Ex. VII (#5) (of film packet) on a separate sheet of paper.
24 Apr. (W) Developing writing skills
Ex. VII (#5) of film packet due. Use strategies to improve Ex.
VII (#5) in class.
Worksheet : Une journée à Reims
Practice use of past tenses.
Sign up for oral exams with a partner. Read the information concerning the oral exam at: http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/oral.html
For Fri. Prepare for composition # 2 in class. Review vocabulary, structures, and use and forms of past tenses (passé composé et imparfait). Print and bring to class the evaluation form for compositions: http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/evaluation.htm
26 Apr. (F) Composition II in class
Composition in class.
For Mon. Be prepared to give your oral Tour de France Power Point presentation using vocabulary and structures we have studied, and notes from the questionnaire you completed. Remember that you may not read or have notes. Your Power Point presentation must be prepared on a PC compatible program either on a flashdrive or accessible on your e-mail account. (Macs require the use of a converter in the classroom). You are responsible for bringing a laptop to class on the day of your presentation. Refer to page 7 of the syllabus for required elements for the presentation.
29 Apr. (M) Tour de France Presentations
30 Apr. (T) Developing Speaking Skills
Scenarios and/or role plays in class in the context of travel and giving advice/making suggestions.
1 May (W) Tour de France Presentations
3 May (F) Tour de France Presentations
6 May (M) Reflection : Tour de France
7 May (T) Practice in class for Oral Exam
For Wed./Fri. Prepare for the oral exam. Please note the day, time, and location of the oral exam. A missed exam will not be rescheduled without proper documentation, (i.e. doctor’s note, Office of the Dean). http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/oral.html
8 May (W) Oral Exam
10 May (F) Oral Exam
13 May (M) Review
For Tues. Prepare for Exam III. The textbook web page provides
excellent practice tests, flashcards, and listening practice (chapters
6, 7, 8, 9). These exercises are highly recommended but not required.
http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
14 May (T) Exam III
IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH
4 March (M) Exam I
15 March (F) Composition # 1 in Class
18 March (M) Francophone Day in Trabant Multipurpose Room C.
Go to Trabant MPR C at the time of your regularly scheduled class.
APRIL
8 April (M) Exam II
10 April (W) The Tour de France Questionnaire is due.
16 April (T) You must plan to view the film, Après Vous, on your
own time BEFORE class meets on Tuesday, April 16. It will be on reserve
in the Foreign Language Media Center on the lower level of Jastak-Burgess
Hall. Media Center hours are 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday.
You should plan to arrive at the Media Center no later than 2:30 in order
to have time to view the film before the Center closes.
This film may also be available in the Morris Library.
26 April (F) Composition # 2 in Class
29 April (M) Tour de France Oral Presentations
MAY
1 May (W) Tour de France Oral Presentations
3 May (F) Tour de France Oral Presentations
8 May (W) Oral Exam
10 May (F) Oral Exam
14 May (T) Exam III
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES
FRENCH 106 – STUDENT SYLLABUS – SPRING 2013
Instructor(s) : ____________________________________________________
Office address : __________________________________________________
Office phone : ____________________________________________________
Office hours : ____________________________________________________
E-Mail : _________________________________________________________
REQUIRED MATERIALS
-Thompson, C.P. & Phillips, E.M. (2011). Mais Oui! (5th edition).
Boston: Houghton Mifflin.
-Thompson, C.P. & Phillips, E.M. (2011). Mais Oui! Student
Activities Manual (5th edition). Boston: Houghton Mifflin.
REQUIRED RESOURCES
- http://www.udel.edu/fllt/flwc - The Foreign Language Writing Assistance
Program is a free resource offered to students to help them to improve
writing skills in French. See information under “Course Content -
Compositions in class”.
ADDITIONAL / OPTIONAL RESOURCES
-http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
(Mais Oui! website for Ace Tests, Improve your grade exercises and
In text audio files).
- http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/french106.html- French 106 syllabus and links
- http://www.fllt.udel.edu – Click on “Study Abroad” for information on study abroad opportunities in Caen, Martinique, Paris, and Québec.
- http://fr.yahoo.com and www.tv5.org –for news, music videos, film,
etc.
PRE-REQUISITES:
Successful completion of French 105, or less than four years of French
in High School.
COURSE GOALS
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
-comprehend basic and main ideas in spoken discourse, comprehend specific ideas communicated by a speaker on everyday concrete topics and some common abstract topics at a normal rate of speech;
-understand more complex but non-technical French, learn the meaning of new words by inferring from the context;
-pronounce French at the sentence level, the eventual goal is to produce short paragraphs with sufficient accuracy to be understood by a native speaker used to dealing with non-native speakers;
-communicate effectively in survival situations by negotiating for meaning with other speakers of French, begin to create with the language, initiate interactions;
-create in class (without a dictionary) and outside of class short texts of sufficient clarity to be understood by a sympathetic native speaker;
-comprehend authentic texts in French by making hypotheses about the content, using different (decoding) strategies to understand texts, identifying functions of text, making inferences;
-demonstrate knowledge of and appreciation for everyday Francophone
culture and culturally conditioned behavioral patterns.
COURSE POLICIES
1. French 106 is an approximately 60-hour course in elementary
French. Successful completion of the course presupposes 60 class
hours of direct contact with the French language in much the same way that
a laboratory course or any skill-licensing course presupposes a predetermined
number of contact hours or practical hours. Nevertheless, students
are allowed four absences for which it is not necessary to present a written
excuse. If any of these four absences occurs on a day when oral and
written exams, quizzes or any graded activities take place, students must
bring a letter from a physician or the Academic Dean of the appropriate
College to document the reason for the absence. The first four absences
are not four free absences; they are four unexcused absences that will
not result in a lowering of a student’s grade. Students are still
responsible for any and all information presented in class. After
four absences for any reason, a student’s final course grade will be lowered
by 1% for each additional absence. This excludes absences after the
fourth which are due to religious holidays, illness, accidents or other
exceptional circumstances. Such absences should be reported promptly
and will require written documentation as explained above. No such
excuses will be accepted one calendar week (7 days) beyond the day on which
the absence occurred.
2. 100-level language courses cannot be taken on a pass/fail
basis if the courses are being used to satisfy a requirement or as prerequisites
of a course used to satisfy a requirement.
3. No make up work is accepted for any unexcused absence or late
arrival to class.
4. Graded written and oral activities in class may be unannounced.
5. In order to get the most out of this course, it is highly
recommended that you spend at least one hour preparing for every 50-minute
class period. Studying includes reviewing pronunciation, listening,
speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and culture.
6. Please read the University’s Academic Honesty Policy in the
Student Guide to University Policies. Also, note that use of on-line
translators is strictly prohibited and is considered academic dishonesty.
If you need help with assignments, please see only your instructor(s),
a University approved tutor, or a FLLT writing assistant. Asking
native speakers or other students to “look over” and correct your paper
is considered academic dishonesty. If you have any questions about what
constitutes dishonesty, please ask your instructor(s).
7. The syllabus schedule is to be used as a guide. Readings,
activities, homework, and exam dates may vary slightly according to the
needs of the class. You will be given sufficient notice regarding
any changes.
8. At the end of the semester, students are expected to complete
the on-line course evaluations at http://www.udel.edu/course-evals
9. Students are not permitted to use cell phones, laptops, or
other electronic devices in class unless authorized by the instructor.
Please note:
1. Do not make travel plans during scheduled classes. This
is not an excused absence and any work missed, including exams will not
be rescheduled.
2. If you have a problem or a question about the course, please
see your instructor(s) as soon as possible.
COURSE COMPONENTS
Exam I 15%
Exam II 20%
Exam III
20%
Oral Exam 10%
Compositions in class / 10%
Writing Assistance Program
Class Performance 15%
Homework 05%
Virtual Tour de France - 05%
(Questionnaire and Oral Presentation)
All 100-level FLLT courses use plus/minus grading (i.e. 87-89=B+, 83-86=B;
80-82=B-)
COURSE CONTENT
*Exams will test vocabulary, grammar, writing, listening, reading and culture in the context of the themes and topics discussed in class. The format of each exam will reflect text, workbook, and class activities.
*The Mais Oui! web site, http://www.college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html , provides excellent practice tests, flashcards, pronunciation practice. Go to “navigate by chapter” and click on the specific chapter. Then, click on either “Ace Tests” or “Improve your grade”. You will also find the “In text audio files” for listening comprehension practice. These activities are highly recommended, but not required.
*Much of the homework will be exercises from the workbook, Student Activities Manual, which accompanies the textbook. Additional assignments will be completed and graded throughout the semester. Although workbook exercises may be corrected in class, be prepared to turn in any and all assignments.
*Compositions in Class
During the course of the semester, you will be required to complete
two writing assignments in class which will target specific skills.
The evaluation form used for grading the compositions may be found at:
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/evaluation.htm
In addition, you are required to use the University of Delaware Writing
Assistance Program.
University of Delaware Foreign Language Writing Assistance Program
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/flwc/
Foreign language students at the University of Delaware are fortunate
to have a very helpful resource in the Foreign Language Writing Assistance
Program. This program pairs you with specialized tutors who are ready to
help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, and become more proficient
in your foreign language writing skills.
A session at the FL Writing Assistance Program typically lasts fifteen
minutes. Based on a sample of your writing, the tutor will help you pinpoint
aspects of your writing that may need further development. Together, you
will determine priorities and begin work on resolving any identified issues.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Tutors will not edit or proofread your paper.
For this course, you are required to make use of this resource.
How to make an appointment at the writing center:
In order to make an appointment, please visit the center’s website
at http://www.udel.edu/fllt/flwc/
Type of work you may take to the writing center:
You may take any type of written work to the center. Any homework
assignment may be taken to the center before or after it is turned in to
your professor. Even a graded composition or any graded written part
of your exams may be taken to the center.
Number of required visits and grading:
For this course, two separate visits to the writing center are required.
For these two visits, one grade of 100 will be averaged into the in-class
composition category of your overall grade for the class. There is
no partial credit for one visit.
In order to receive credit for the assignments, please take the special form for each assignment to your meeting with the writing assistant and have him/her fill it out and sign it. Then, give both forms to your professor after your second visit.
This resource is free.
*It is recommended that you schedule your appointments as soon as possible
since time slots fill quickly.
French 106 Visit # 1 to Writing Center
Name of student ______________________________
Name of writing assistant _________________________________ (signature)
Date of meeting _________________________________________
Assignment ____________________________________________
Problems addressed ______________________________________
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French 106 Visit # 2 to Writing Center
Name of student ______________________________
Name of writing assistant _________________________________ (signature)
Date of meeting _________________________________________
Assignment ____________________________________________
Problems addressed ______________________________________
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FR 106 Tour de France Questionnaire and Oral Power Point Presentation
You will choose a city, (other than Paris), in any department or region of France and complete a questionnaire about that particular city. The questionnaire will be turned in to your instructor who will check content and grammatical accuracy. (See the syllabus for details and due dates).
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/questionnaire.html
After the questionnaire is returned to you, you will prepare an oral
presentation using power point. This should be an informative presentation
about the city: location, climate, specialties, geographical description,
(mountains lakes, rivers), places to visit, things to do, historical importance,
etc. You should prepare a minimum of five (5) slides, however, more
slides and more content will increase your chances of a better grade and
give your audience a better understanding of your city.
This is an informal discussion of your city and your virtual trip. Therefore, you may NOT read from your notes. You may, however, write names or new vocabulary on your power point slides. The presentation will be in simple French using the past tenses, for the most part. The vocabulary from chapter 7 will be very useful as well. Remember to include a variety of adjectives from the list that you found on line.
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/Adjectives.html
The presentation should last from 3 to 5 minutes. At the conclusion of your presentation you must include an activity, (game, T/F questions, etc), to be sure that the class has understood the material.
IMPORTANT NOTE: You should prepare your power point presentation
on a flashdrive and in a program that is compatible with a PC. Other
laptops (MAC) will not work in the classroom unless you have the appropriate
converter.
The evaluation of your presentation will be based on 40% content, 40%
clarity, and 20% creativity and overall presentation. It will count
as 5% of your final course grade.
Be sure to listen to all presentations and to take notes as others present
since you will need this information for the final exam.
Bon voyage!
*The Tour de France Virtuel involves researching one city in France (other than Paris), and completing a questionnaire about that city in order to prepare an oral power point presentation in class.
Useful links for this project are at: http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/TourdeFrance.html
The questionnaire to be completed is at:
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/questionnaire.html
A list of useful adjectives that students are expected to use can be found at: http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/Adjectives.html
*For information concerning the oral exam at the end of the semester
go to
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/oral.html
*Class performance will be noted daily. This includes participation
in class activities and discussions, preparedness, and performance on announced
and unannounced graded exercises and activities in class. Please
note that being absent does affect your grade for performance in class.
NOTE: It is important to bring both the textbook and the student
activities manual to class everyday since some activities will be completed
in class, collected, and receive a grade. Failure to have the necessary
materials will result in a zero for that exercise or activity.
COURSE CALENDAR
TX = Textbook WB = Workbook section of Student Activities Manual
LM = Lab Manual section of Student Activities Manual
*BRING THE TEXTBOOK AND THE STUDENT ACTIVITIES MANUAL TO EACH CLASS.
4 Feb. (M) Introduction to course / Asking questions / Becoming acquainted
Introduction to course – syllabus will be e-mailed to students.
Review question forms
and become acquainted using previously learned verbs in present tense.
(Review question forms – TX p. 40, 41, 93)
5 Feb. (T) Introduction to course / Becoming acquainted / Talking about present
Review of present tense using verbs from Chapters 1-5 of Mais Oui.
(Review present tense -TX 62-64)
For Wed. Read the syllabus. Study verbs Ch. 1-5 for
meaning and form in present tense. Prepare 10 questions to become
acquainted with others using the present tense of verbs from Ch. 1-5 from
the list attached to the syllabus.
Search Why study French? Find three interesting facts about the
use of French or the importance of learning the language.
6 Feb. (W) Talking about present time / Describing oneself and others
Review course syllabus and policies. Discuss reasons to study
French. Interviews in class using the 10 questions prepared for today.
Review adjectives: (TX 49 for adjectives for nationalities, professions,
and describing people; TX 83 for physical descriptions, (avoir ____ ans);
TX 84 for possessive adjectives : mon, ma ,mes, ton, ta, tes, son, sa,
ses, notre, nos, votre, vos, leur, leurs)
Adverbs of frequency: toujours, souvent, quelquefois, rarement, or
ne…jamais
For Fri. Study verbs Ch. 1-5 for meaning and form in present tense.
Write a paragraph of 10 sentences describing the person you interviewed
in class, likes and dislikes, studies, leisure activities, etc. Include
toujours, souvent, quelquefois,
rarement and ne…jamais. Use some verbs (in present tense) from the
lists Ch. 1-5 attached to the syllabus and adjectives from the textbook
pages listed above.
8 Feb. (F) Talking about weather and seasons
Paragraph is due. Introduction to weather expressions: TX
203 vocabulaire actif
TX 113 for review of le futur proche (aller + infinitif)
For Mon. Read note culturelle TX 205 and complete WB Ch. 6 p. 59, 60 Ex. A, B
11 Feb. (M) Talking about weather and seasons
Weather and seasons: TX 205-207
12 Feb. (T) Talking about weather and seasons
TX 202-205 A l’écoute!
For Wed. Go to www.tv5.org and click on météo. Find the cities CAEN, FORT-DE-FRANCE, PARIS, and QUEBEC and be prepared to give the weather forecast in class. Use three weather expressions in either the affirmative or negative for each city. Use the present tense for current conditions and the futur proche for the forecast.
13 Feb. (W) Talking about favorite pastimes
Discuss weather assignment. Introduce verbs: lire, dire, voir, écrire TX 216-218
For Fri. WB p. 62 Ex. F; read notes culturelles TX p. 218, p. 223
15 Feb. (F) Saying what happened
TX 187 Passé composé (avoir)
For Mon. Read TX 187, WB Ch. 5 p. 53-55 Ex. K, L, M
18 Feb. (M) Saying what happened
TX 207 - 210 Passé composé (être)
19 Feb. (T) Inviting and responding to invitations
TX 229-230; WB p. 65 Ex. M
For Wed. Read TX 207 – 208; WB Ch. 6 p. 60-61 Ex. C, D, E; p. 62 Ex. G
20 Feb. (W) Saying what happened / Reading strategies / Making predictions
TX 231 Pre-reading exercises for M. Bordenave n’aime pas le soleil
For Fri. Read TX 231-233 ; TX 233-234 Ex. 5, 6 ; Write five sentences
using d’abord, puis, ensuite, plus tard, finalement and the passé
composé to say what happened in this reading.
22 Feb. (F) Avoiding repetition
Five sentences are due. Discuss reading.
TX 219 - 221 direct object pronouns me, te, nous, vous, le, la, l’,
les
For Mon. WB Ch. 6 p. 63, 64 Ex. H, I, J
25 Feb. (M) Saying what happened and avoiding repetition
Work with passé composé and object pronouns.
26 Feb. (T) Talking about choices
TX 227-228 ir verbs like choisir (finir, grossir, maigrir, réussir, réfléchir)
For Wed. WB CH 6 p. 64 Ex. K, L
27 Feb. (W) Developing speaking skills
Role plays in class using vocabulary and structures from chapter 6.
For Fri. Begin to review for Exam I.
1 Mar. (F) Review for Exam I
For Mon. Study verbs from chapters 1-5, chapter 6, and class notes for
Exam I. There are helpful flashcards and practice tests accessible
on the textbook webpage: http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
These exercises are highly recommended but not required.
4 Mar. (M) EXAM I
5 Mar. (T) Choosing hotels in France / Making a reservation
TX 240 – 243 à l’écoute exercises, à l’hôtel
Vocabulaire actif TX 242
For Wed. Complete WB Ch. 7 p. 69 Ex. A; Read note culturelle TX 242.
6 Mar. (W) Talking about coming and going
TX 244 – 245 verbs: sortir, partir, dormir, servir.
Explanation of the Tour de France Virtuel project. The questionnaire will be due on April 10. You should refer to the French 106 web page for numerous links to French cities and regions. Vocabulary, structures, and cultural notes in Chapter 7 will be very helpful to successfully complete this assignment. This project takes time. Please plan accordingly. Since you will give an oral Power Point presentation about this virtual vacation at the end of the semester, you should find as many details as possible when completing the questionnaire.
For Fri. Choose a city in France that you would like to visit. If you
have already chosen a city for the Tour de France Virtuel, you could search
on line for a hotel in that city. Write a description of the hotel
using vocabulary from TX 242 vocabulaire actif.
WB p. 70 Ex. B, C.
8 Mar. (F) Talking about vacation activities
Discuss hotel assignment. Vocabulary TX 249 Un voyage en Afrique.
Introduction to aller à, revenir de used with cities, TX 253
- 255. TX 254 (re)venir.
For Mon. Print out the Tour de France questionnaire and bring to class.
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/fren106/questionnaire.html
Print out the list of useful adjectives and bring to class.
http://www.fllt.udel.edu/lang/french/Adjectives.html
Complete WB Ch. 7 p. 71 Ex. E; WB Ch. 7 p. 72 Ex. G.
Read the information on la Tunisie and le Sénégal TX
250.
Imagine that you visited either la Tunisie or le Sénégal.
Write 10 sentences in the past saying what you did there using vocabulary
TX 249, 251. Read note culturelle TX 252.
11 Mar. (M) Traveling by train
Ten sentences are due. Explanation of the Tour de France questionnaire.
TX 264 – 265 verbs ending in re : attendre, descendre, entendre, perdre,
rendre visite à, répondre, vendre
12 Mar. (T) Traveling by train
TX 260 – 262 A l’écoute. A la gare. TX 262 Vocabulaire actif.
For Wed. Complete WB Ch. 7 p. 72, 73 Ex. H
Read note culturelle TX 259, 261.
13 Mar. (W) Developing writing skills
TX 265 Ex. O
For Fri. Prepare for Composition I in class. Review vocabulary
(Chapters 6, 7), and structures such as the passé composé.
Print and bring to class the evaluation sheet for writing assignments:
http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/evaluation.htm
15 Mar. (F) Composition I in class
18 Mar. (M) Francophone Day in Trabant MPR C
Go to Trabant MPR C at the time of your regularly scheduled class.
Look at the exhibits.
Choose the Francophone country that interests you the most. Note
the information from the exhibit / poster in order to complete the assignment
for Tuesday.
For Tues. Write a paragraph of 10-12 sentences about the country you would like to visit and why. Include some of the information you found on the poster such as: location, climate, food, places to visit, cultural and historical importance, etc.
19 Mar. (T) Reflection on Francophone Day
The assignment on Francophone Day is due today.
20 Mar. (W) Developing reading strategies: Using context and cognates for comprehension
TX 269 – 270 Pre-reading exercises for Le voyage du Petit Prince.
For Fri. Read TX p. 269 – 271; Complete TX p. 272 Ex. 4, 5
22 Mar. (F) Discussing a French text
Discussion of reading TX 269 - 271.
MARCH 25 – 29 SPRING BREAK
1 Apr. (M) Referring to someone already mentioned
TX 266 - 268 Indirect object pronouns: lui, leur
2 Apr. (T) Asking for information or help
TX 257 – 258; Note culturelle TX 258
For Wed. WB Ch. 7 p. 73 Ex. I; WB Ch. 7 p. 74, 75 Ex. J, K
3 Apr. (W) Developing speaking skills
Correct WB assignments. Role plays based on the Petit Prince.
For Fri. Begin to review for Exam II.
5 Apr. (F) Review for Exam II
For Mon. Prepare for Exam II. The textbook website provides
flashcards and practice tests for chapters 6 and 7. These exercises
are highly recommended but not required.
http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
8 Apr. (M) EXAM II
**You must plan to view the film, Après Vous on your own time before class meets on Tuesday, April 16.**
9 Apr. (T) Describing how things used to be
TX 280 - 282 Imparfait
For Wed. Complete the Tour de France Questionnaire.
Read TX 280 - 281; WB Ch. 8 p. 79, 80 Ex. A, B.
10 Apr. (W) Describing how things used to be / Talking about friendships
The Tour de France Questionnaire is due today.
Les verbes pronominaux TX. 283 – 285 les verbes pronominaux : se souvenir,
se battre, se disputer, s’entendre, se voir, se comprendre, s’amuser, s’ennuyer,
se parler, se sentir,
s’inquiéter, etc.
For Fri. WB Ch. 8 p. 80 Ex. C; WB p. 82 Ex. D
Choose a famous person from the francophone world, (artist, musician,
politician, scientist, fashion designer, economist, etc.). Use the
imparfait to imagine what this person used to do during his/her childhood
based on his/her accomplishments as an adult. Write 10 sentences
in imparfait. Do not use the person’s name in your description.
The class will guess the identity.
12 Apr. (F) Describing how things used to be / Linking ideas
10 sentences due. Discuss childhoods of famous francophone figures.
TX 290 - 293 qui / que
For Mon. WB Ch. 8 p. 82 Ex. E, F
15 Apr. (M) Preparing for the discussion of the film
Work with vocabulary for the film, Après Vous.
Complete Ex. I of film packet in class.
16 Apr. (T) Discussing a French film / Saying you know someone or something
Discussion of film in class. Complete Ex. II of film packet in
class.
The verbs savoir and connaître TX 337-338.
For Wed. Complete Ex. III, V, VI of film packet
WB Ch. 9 p. 92, 93 Ex. G, H
17 Apr. (W) Discussing a French film / Telling a story about the past
Correct film exercises.
Explanation of use of past tenses in the context of the film.
For Fri. Complete p. 6 Ex. VII (#1-4) of film packet
Read TX 319-320 for explanation of use of past tenses.
Complete p. 7 of the film packet.
19 Apr. (F) Describing relationships
Discuss Ex. VII (1-4) and assignments. Practice with object pronouns. TX 293-296.
For Mon. WB p. 82-84 Ex. G, H, I
WB Ch. 9 p. 89, 90 Ex. A
22 Apr. (M) Expressing obligation and necessity
Correct exercises.
TX 301 – 303 the verb devoir
23 Apr. (T) Making suggestions and giving advice
TX 303 – 305 (devoir, il faut, avoir besoin de + infinitif ; si tu + imparfait)
For Wed. WB Ch. 8 p. 84 Ex. J, K; WB Ch. 8 p. 85 Ex.
L
Complete p.6 Ex. VII (#5) (of film packet) on a separate sheet of paper.
24 Apr. (W) Developing writing skills
Ex. VII (#5) of film packet due. Use strategies to improve Ex.
VII (#5) in class.
Worksheet : Une journée à Reims
Practice use of past tenses.
Sign up for oral exams with a partner. Read the information concerning the oral exam at: http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/oral.html
For Fri. Prepare for composition # 2 in class. Review vocabulary, structures, and use and forms of past tenses (passé composé et imparfait). Print and bring to class the evaluation form for compositions: http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/evaluation.htm
26 Apr. (F) Composition II in class
Composition in class.
For Mon. Be prepared to give your oral Tour de France Power Point presentation using vocabulary and structures we have studied, and notes from the questionnaire you completed. Remember that you may not read or have notes. Your Power Point presentation must be prepared on a PC compatible program either on a flashdrive or accessible on your e-mail account. (Macs require the use of a converter in the classroom). You are responsible for bringing a laptop to class on the day of your presentation. Refer to page 7 of the syllabus for required elements for the presentation.
29 Apr. (M) Tour de France Presentations
30 Apr. (T) Developing Speaking Skills
Scenarios and/or role plays in class in the context of travel and giving advice/making suggestions.
1 May (W) Tour de France Presentations
3 May (F) Tour de France Presentations
6 May (M) Reflection : Tour de France
7 May (T) Practice in class for Oral Exam
For Wed./Fri. Prepare for the oral exam. Please note the day, time, and location of the oral exam. A missed exam will not be rescheduled without proper documentation, (i.e. doctor’s note, Office of the Dean). http://www.udel.edu/fllt/faculty/dcdugard/oral.html
8 May (W) Oral Exam
10 May (F) Oral Exam
13 May (M) Review
For Tues. Prepare for Exam III. The textbook web page provides
excellent practice tests, flashcards, and listening practice (chapters
6, 7, 8, 9). These exercises are highly recommended but not required.
http://college.cengage.com/languages/french/thompson/maisoui/4e/student_home.html
14 May (T) Exam III
IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH
4 March (M) Exam I
15 March (F) Composition # 1 in Class
18 March (M) Francophone Day in Trabant Multipurpose Room C.
Go to Trabant MPR C at the time of your regularly scheduled class.
APRIL
8 April (M) Exam II
10 April (W) The Tour de France Questionnaire is due.
16 April (T) You must plan to view the film, Après Vous, on your
own time BEFORE class meets on Tuesday, April 16. It will be on reserve
in the Foreign Language Media Center on the lower level of Jastak-Burgess
Hall. Media Center hours are 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday.
You should plan to arrive at the Media Center no later than 2:30 in order
to have time to view the film before the Center closes.
This film may also be available in the Morris Library.
26 April (F) Composition # 2 in Class
29 April (M) Tour de France Oral Presentations
MAY
1 May (W) Tour de France Oral Presentations
3 May (F) Tour de France Oral Presentations
8 May (W) Oral Exam
10 May (F) Oral Exam
14 May (T) Exam III