Foreign Languages
FRENCH 1
This course aims to introduce students to the fundamentals of language learning and most particularly those necessary for success in French. To that end, the course necessitates regular work and enthusiasm regarding speaking. The course’s most objective method for charting progress centers on homework, quizzes, projects and tests, but far more important to the process of learning a second language, this course invites and requires active participation in class. The key to successfully learning a foreign language is speaking, not to mention having fun.
FRENCH 2- Jen Ball
Français II is the second step in a three-year introduction to the French language. Students will learn foundation skills necessary for successful language acquisition. Reading and writing will play a key role in mastering these foundation skills, especially where grammar is concerned, but speaking and oral comprehension are our primary goals. Schedules permitting, advanced language students or native French speaking students will be in the classroom one to two days per week as Assistant Teachers (ATs). Activities with ATs will include drill, which builds accuracy and automaticity, and communicative activities, which build fluency. A positive effort and active participation are essential to success in this class, as they are in any successful communication. Primarily French will be spoken in the classroom.
FRENCH 3
This is the third course which builds on the fundamentals of French. While continuing to focus on key grammar and vocabulary, French 3 intensifies the lessons in speaking and listening. French 3 expands the students’ horizons in reading by introducing more complex sentence constructions, including literary verb tenses and styles. The students read the classic children’s story, Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, write original essays, engage in diverse role-play scenarios, and use French language sites on the web to support class projects and discussions.
FRENCH 4
This course's raison d'être is simply to fill any holes that might have appeared in the student's French. A comprehensive review of grammar will go side by side with a historical-cultural approach to using French. As reading will take on a larger role in this class than in previous French courses, new grammar (such as the literary tenses) will be required. Upon successful completion, a student should feel confident enough to pass out of introductory collegiate French language courses.
FRENCH 5
This course is designed to bring together all language skills to support study at the high intermediate to advanced level. Students read and write extensively, exploring diverse works of prose and poetry, as well as preparing for daily discussions of the news and cultural topics (“Quoi de neuf?”). A broad survey of French literature, cinema, and reporting prepares the students for more in-depth study in college by reinforcing their grasp of the meaning beyond French grammar -- examining the dramatic and humorous subtleties within written and oral expression.
GERMAN 1
Students develop comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. Participation in class and in extensive verbal drill classes is required. The study of grammar and the ability to write in German is reinforced through a variety of classroom activities, as well as with a text and workbook.
GERMAN 2
Students continue to develop their spoken German. Students are required to conduct themselves in class exclusively in German. We also continue to practice grammar and comprehension.
GERMAN 3
The focus of German 3 is mastery of spoken German. Classes are conducted in German as we gradually focus more on reading and writing skills. An immersion program either in Europe or on campus is strongly recommended. Prerequisite: GER200 or approval of academic director and department.
GERMAN 4
The objective of this course is to improve verbal communication and vocabulary through class discussion of more advanced texts by German authors. The use of short stories, poetry, newspapers and periodicals help to improve the grasp of German grammar.