FREN 2201 - French IIA: Language

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2015

This course builds on and consolidates the language skills acquired in the first year beginners' course. This will involve the development of written language skills - composition, comprehension, translation, grammar - and spoken language skills - speaking, pronunciation, listening.

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Course Details

Course Code	FREN 2201
Course	French IIA: Language
Coordinating Unit	French Studies
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 4 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	FREN 1003
Incompatible	FREN 1012
Assessment	regular tests, assignments, language exam

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Ben McCann

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1	Understand better the structures of French language and apply them more accurately to their own language use
2	Understand and use a wider range of French vocabulary and structures, in both spoken and written modes
3	Understand and analyse various aspects of French and Francophone society and culture
4	Understand and respect the different world views that are expressed through the language, social practices and cultural productions of French-speaking communities
5	Communicate information, ideas and arguments more accurately and with more sophistication in French, in both spoken and written modes, using a range of appropriate technologies and resources
6	Work both independently and in collaboration with others in the exploration, generation andpresentation of ideas and information, and contribute productively and in a timely manner to group-based outcomes

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1, 2, 3
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	3, 5
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	3, 6
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	2, 4, 5, 6
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	3, 6
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	1, 4
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	4, 6
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	3, 4

Learning & Teaching Modes

The course is taught with grammar classes, with language laboratories and oral expression tutorials expanding on the grammar classes.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

4 hours of language classes per week	48 hours per semester
4 hours assignment preparation/follow up per week	48 hours per semester
5 hours reading per week	60 hours per semester
TOTAL WORKLOAD	156 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

Weekly class exercises on grammar (1-2 weeks spent on each chapter of the textbook). Pronunciation and listening exercises in the language laboratory. Discussion of cultural, social, politcal and topical issues in the conversation class.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Regular tests, language assignments, oral exposés, essays, language exam.

Assessment Detail

See the Course Booklet located in MyUni for a detailed presentation of the assessment for the course.

Submission

Assignments must be submitted to the School of Humanities Office, Level 7 Napier Building.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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