Penn State Altoona, Printemps 2006
Français 002: Elementary French II
Dr. Carolyn FAY
Hawthorn 128
949-5783
cmf17@psu.edu
http://www.carolynfay.com/courses/current/Fr002/
Heures de consultation: lundi et mercredi 13-14h
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 (MW from 12-12:50pm & F 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)
Homework Assignment for the Semester
Emploi du temps: (mis à jour le 10 janvier 2006)
janvier
9: Introduction
11: Révision
13: Révision
16: Congé (Fête de MLK Jr.)
18: Révision
20: Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 1
23: Ch. 9
25: Ch. 9
27 Ch. 9
30: Ch. 9
février
1: Ch. 10: DEVOIRS Ch. 9
3: Ch. 10
6: Ch. 10
8: Ch. 10: DEVOIRS Ch. 10
10: Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 2
13: Ch. 11
15: Ch. 11
17: Ch. 11
20: Ch. 11
22: Ch. 12: DEVOIRS Ch. 11
24: Ch. 12
27: Ch. 12
mars
1: Ch. 12: DEVOIRS Ch. 12
3: Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 3
6-10: Congé
13: Ch. 13
15: Ch. 13
17: Ch. 13
20: Ch. 13
22: Ch. 13 Cours annulé
24: Ch. 14: DEVOIRS Ch. 13 Cours annulé
27: Ch. 14: DEVOIRS Ch. 13
29: Ch. 14
31: Ch. 14
avril
3: Ch. 14
5: Ch. 14: DEVOIRS Ch. 14
7: Révision; INTERROGATION & DICTEE 4
10: Ch. 15: Compte rendu (film) à rendre
12: Ch. 15
14: Ch. 15
17: Ch. 15; DEVOIRS Ch. 15
19: Révision
21: INTERROGATION & DICTEE 5; Examens oraux
24: Examens oraux
26: Examens oraux
28: Révision finale
Examen final: le 5 mai 8h00-9h50 (AM) 165 CLRC
A student may not reschedule the final exam unless there is a conflict
with another exam, or he or she has 3 exams scheduled in a 15-hour
period. Students must file for direct or overload conflict exams
with the registrar between February 13 and February 24.
Dates importantes à noter:
Final day to add a course or withdrawal without record: Jan. 18
Late drop deadline: April 7
Final day to withdrawal from a course with record: April 28
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.
Please watch the PSU Altoona web site for class cancellations due to
weather. Please note also that in the event of a two hour delay class
schedule, FR 002 will meet from 1:00-1:35 PM. I will notify the
class via email if class is canceled for other reasons.
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 cd 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 AND on reserve in Eiche
library.
**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 10. 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 also give credit for attendance at
the International Film Series, run by the Foreign Language Program at
PSU Altoona. Schedule to be announced. To receive credit
you must write a short reaction to the film (one paragraph minimum).
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 at: cmf17@psu.edu