FRE 227 - Intermediate Francophone Civilization and Culture

3 credit hours - Three hours lecture weekly; one term.
Study the culture and civilization of the French-speaking (Francophone) world beyond France. Develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.Taught in French.

Prerequisite(s): FRE 212 or four years of high school French or permission of department chair.

Note: Not for native speakers.

Course Outcomes:

Identify the early Modern and Modern history of the Francophone (French-speaking) world
Describe the geography of the Francophone world
Analyze Francophone societies and politics in the 20th and 21st centuries
Compare aspects of the fine arts in the Francophone world
Assess aspects of literature in the Francophone world
Discuss popular culture and the media in the Francophone world
Speak, listen to, read and write standard French