Penn State Altoona, Printemps 2005
Français 002: Elementary French II

Dr. Carolyn FAY Heures de consultation:
Eiche 101F lundi: 10h-12h
949-5783 et sur rendez-vous.
cmf17@psu.edu
http://www.carolynfay.com/courses/current/Fr002/

Bienvenue!  In French 002 we continue our interactive introduction to French language and culture.  We will focus on the four main language skills: speaking, listening, writing and reading, with added emphasis on writing and reading.  We will also explore and discuss French and francophone culture though the use of authentic texts, video, music and web sites. By the end of the semester you will be able to express basic ideas about yourself and the world in written and spoken French, you will be able to get the gist of many types of authentic French texts, you will have a broader familiarity with French and francophone culture-- et vous aurez un bel accent français!
**Please note that French 002 meets 3 days a week (MF from 12-12:50pm & W 12-1:50pm).

Required Materials: (available at the student bookstore)
Amon, Muyskens, Omaggio Hadley, Vis-à-vis: Beginning French, 3rd ed. (McGraw Hill, 2004)
Workbook/Laboratory Manual to Accompany Vis-à-vis, 3rd ed.  (McGraw Hill, 2004)

Recommended Materials: (also available at the student bookstore)
Vis à vis CD-ROM 3rd. ed.  (McGraw Hill, 2004)

Conseils pour l'apprentissage du français! [Study Tips]

Emploi du temps:
janvier
10:    Introduction
12:    Révision
14:    Révision

17:    Révision
19:    Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 1     
21:    Ch. 9

24:    Ch. 9
26:    Cours annulé: travail individuel
28    Ch. 9

31:    Ch. 10: DEVOIRS Ch. 9
février
2:     Ch. 10
4:     Ch. 10

7:    Ch. 10: DEVOIRS Ch. 10
9:    Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 2
11:    Ch. 11

14:    Ch. 11
16:    Ch. 11
18:    Ch. 11

21:    Ch. 12: DEVOIRS Ch. 11
23:    Ch. 12
25:    Ch. 12

28:    Ch. 12: DEVOIRS Ch. 12
mars
2:    Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 3
4:    Ch. 13

7-11:     Congé

14:    Ch. 13
16:    Ch. 13
18:    Ch. 13

21:    Ch. 14: DEVOIRS Ch. 13
23:    Ch. 14
25:    Ch. 14

28:    Ch. 14
30:    Cours annulé: travail individuel
avril
1:      Cours annulé; travail individuel

4:    Ch. 14: DEVOIRS Ch. 14
6:    Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 4
8:    Ch. 15

11:    Ch. 15: Compte rendu (film) à rendre
13:    Ch. 15
15:    Ch. 15; DEVOIRS Ch. 15

18:    Révision
20:    INTERROGATION & DICTEE 5; Examens oraux
22:    Examens oraux

25:    Examens oraux
27:    Examens oraux
29:    Révision finale

Examen final: le 3 mai  8h00-9h50 (AM)  143 HAWTHRN

Dates importantes à noter:
    Final day to add a course or withdrawal without record: Jan. 19
    Late drop deadline: April 8
    Final day to withdrawal from a course with record: April 29




Répartition de la note Echelle de notation
Quizzes (4 of 5): 40% A: 93-100; A-: 90-92
Dictations (4 of 5): 10% B+: 88-89; B: 83-87; B-: 80-82
Participation: 15% C+: 78-79; C: 70-77
Homework: 10% D: 60-69
Film Project: 5% F: 59 and below
Oral Exam: 5%
Final Exam: 15%

Requirements and Guidelines

1.  Academic Integrity:  
You are responsible for reviewing and observing University policies governing academic honesty, as in explained in The Student Guide to University Policies and Rules.  Any case of academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) may result in a failing grade on an exam, essay, presentation, or in the course.  More serious cases may result in permanent expulsion from the University.

2.  Attendance & Participation:
Regular attendance and participation in course activities are crucial to learning a language.   We will be interacting with each other in French nearly all of the time.  Please note that all course meetings are mandatory.  You are permitted three (3) no-questions-asked unexcused absences during the semester.  After the third unexcused absence, your grade will be lowered accordingly.  Any student with excessive absences may earn an F for the course.  If you must miss class due to illness, family emergency, participation in a varsity sport (letter from your coach required), or religious holiday, please notify me as soon as possible.  You will be assigned a daily participation grade from me.  
    What constitutes good participation?
          • coming to class on time and prepared
          • volunteering for activities
          • listening to others when they speak
          • making an effort
          • not being afraid to look or sound silly
          • speaking in French!  
En français, s'il vous plaît...  Even though this is an elementary level course, the majority of class will be conducted in French.  I will help you and if you're really stuck you can always ask to
speak in English: "En anglais, s'il vous plaît?"

3.  Interrogations et Dictées:
There will be 5 quizzes and dictations in French 002. There will no makeups given of either. However, you will be permitted to drop the lowest grade of each, allowing you to miss one quiz and dictation. Plan carefully! The quiz and dictation dates are indicated on the syllabus.  The “no-makeups” policy applies to excused as well as unexcused absences.

4.  Devoirs:
For every chapter in Vis à vis, you will complete selected written and laboratory work in the
workbook that accompanies your textbook.   See the accompanying homework assignment
sheet for procedures and specific exercises. The due dates are indicated on the syllabus.  No late assignments will be accepted for credit.  Even if you have a legitimate reason to miss class (see above) you are responsible for getting the homework to me on the due date, or for making some prior arrangement with me.  The purpose of the homework is to give you additional practice with the material, allow you to work at your own pace, and help you identify concepts that you may want to clarify with me.  The homework will also be a useful study tool for tests.

N.B. You will need to complete the listening portion of the homework using the Vis à vis audio cds available at Instructional Services (W119 Smith).  You will need to bring a writable cd.  Please see the accompanying instructions on the homework assignment sheet.  You will also find the audio files available for download on ANGEL:  http://cms.psu.edu
**After completing the assigned written and listening exercises in the workbook, please self-correct them in a different color pen, using the answer key in the back of the workbook.  This way, you will have immediate feedback on your answers.  I will examine your homework carefully, answer any questions you may have, and correct open-ended exercises for which there is no answer key.  Please note:  you will of course complete the exercises as best you can BEFORE checking your answers with the answer key.  Copying the answers directly from the key constitutes a violation of Penn State University’s policy on academic honesty.  Any student who cheats on the homework will automatically receive an F for the overall homework grade and will be reported to the Committee on Student Conduct.     

5.  Préparation:
Before class, you are expected to study the Vis à vis lesson indicated on the course program.  I will assign exact pages before each class.  We will review everything in class, but very quickly.  Often there will be a lot of vocabulary to memorize.  Most language learners find that studying small amounts of vocabulary frequently and regularly helps them absorb more in the long run.  From time to time there may be a pop quiz on vocabulary.

6. Film Project:  
During the second half of the semester, each student will watch a French film and write a report about his or her reactions to the film.  All films will be available for viewing at the Eiche library.  Details and guidelines to come, but please note the due date for the report: April 11.  Late submissions of the report will not be accepted.  
7.  Extra Credit: French Program Events
Any French 002 student who participates in a French Program Event this semester will receive extra credit points, which will be added to his or her Participation grade.  I will inform you about such events well in advance.  Since there is no French Film Series this semester, I will give credit for attendance at the International Film Series, run by the Foreign Language Program at PSU Altoona.  Schedule to be announced, though please note that the French Film “L’Amant” (“The Lover”) will be shown on Tuesday April 12 at 7pm in the Chapel.      

8.  Philosophie du Professeur:
For some, learning a foreign language is exciting and easy; for others it can be frustrating.  Some people are visual learners and have trouble with purely auditory information, whereas others learn languages best by hearing them.  I try to accommodate all types of learners in my classroom, but there are two things that I require of everyone: 1) that you work hard, and 2) that you have fun with the language.  Learning a foreign language takes time: you should spend at least an hour on French everyday (outside of class) reviewing your notes, reading the textbook, memorizing vocabulary, practicing with flash cards, doing oral and listening activities as well as working on written homework.  Students who "catch on" to French quickly are the ones who do some of the above everyday.  However, just because coursework is rigorous does not mean that it cannot be enjoyable; in fact I believe it should be enjoyable. We will work hard and have fun.  I am always available to talk with you and provide extra help if I can. Please do not hesitate to let me know if you have concerns about your progress.  Feel free to drop in during my office hours, or make an appointment by contacting me via email.