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French Language and Culture
Betsy Gordon, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Speech Communication;
Chair, LLC Division;
begordon@mckendree.edu; (618) 537-6889; Carnegie Hall 114
In order to prepare students for a world that is becoming more economically interdependent
and culturally diverse, the study of foreign language may afford students
opportunities to communicate with persons from other cultures as well as foster students’
understanding and appreciation of cultures other than their own. Foreign language
courses emphasize learning grammar and vocabulary, improving conversation
skills, and improving students’ ability to read another language. Because learning a foreign
language necessitates the rigorous study of grammar, it may enhance students’
overall language awareness and understanding of the grammar of English.
To minor in French language and culture the student must complete a minimum of 16
credit hours in French language and culture courses. Students seeking a teaching endorsement
in a language need the following: 18 hours of the language for an endorsement to
teach middle school and 24 hours of the language to teach secondary school. 18 hours of
a language may also be used as an area of concentration for elementary school teachers.
Up to 8 credit hours of CLEP or Advanced Placement Examination credit will be accepted
toward the 16 hour minor requirement or the 18 and 24 hour teaching endorsements.
(cf. Transfer of Credit section of this catalog). Students may apply up to 8 hours of CLEP
or AP credit toward the 16 hour minor or the teaching endorsement requirements.
Students who have successfully completed two years of high school French and who are
allowed to waive FRE 101 and 102 based on criteria other than the CLEP or AP tests may
complete the 16 hour minor with 11 additional credit hours. To complete the teaching
endorsements, students must have 18 (middle school) or 24 (secondary) hours of college
credit in the language, up to 8 of which may come from the CLEP or AP examinations.
FRE 101 FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE I (4)
An introduction course designed for the student with no knowledge of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the development of listening, speaking, and writing skills. The student is introduced to French
culture and history. Annually, Fall.
FRE 102 FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE II (4)
A continuation of FRE 101. The course emphasizes speaking and understanding of conversational
French with a continued development of writing and vocabulary skills. Prerequisite: FRE 101 or placement test. Annually, Spring.
FRE 201 FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE III (3)
This course focuses on developing the student’s skills to an intermediate level of proficiency. Emphases are placed on the development of the spoken language, original composition, and a knowledge of the culture through readings in French and in translation. Prerequisite: FRE 102 or placement test. Annually, Fall.
FRE 202 FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IV (3)
A continuation of FRE 201. The course provides a development of oral and written skills in the French
language. Consideration is given to correct French usage in business affairs. The: FRE 201 or placement test. Annually, Spring.
FRE 351 LANGUAGE EXPERIENCE IN FRANCE (3-4)
A six to eight week period of intensive language and cultural study during a summer session in French
or other French-speaking country. Credit is determined through arrangement with the instructor for
projects in French history and culture.
FRE 380-389 TOPICS IN FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE (2-3)
The focus on this course will be development of speaking competency. The course will be taught in the
French language; various methodologies will be used to further social and linguistic interaction in the
classroom. Students should realize an appreciable growth in oral comprehension and expression in the
language. Prerequisite: FRE 202 (or concurrent enrollment). As needed.
FRE 480 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN FRENCH (1-4)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and academic advisor. As needed.
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