Text: Rice, Anne-Christine. Cinema for French Conversation. 3rd Edition. Focus Publishing 2009.

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1 Course Syllabus: FRCH 2000 French Cinema and Conversation University of Central Oklahoma Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultural Studies Class meets MWF 11-11:50 in 234 LA CRN #28608 Office: 201 Thatcher Hall Phone: Office Hours: MWF 12-1:30 and by appointment Text: Rice, Anne-Christine. Cinema for French Conversation. 3rd Edition. Focus Publishing Course Objectives: To further develop students' French language skills through the study of contemporary French films. Students will increase vocabulary, improve listening comprehension, become more fluent speakers, and work on their reading and writing skills. Transformative Learning Objectives: Transformative learning goals (the Central Six ) have been identified as: Discipline Knowledge; Leadership; Problem Solving (Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities); Service Learning and Civic Engagement; Global and Cultural Competencies; and Health and Wellness. This course addresses 4 (FOUR) of the university s transformative learning goals. DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE will be expanded as students increase their skills in the target language, expand their vocabularies, and increase their oral/aural proficiency. The study of language does not occur in a vacuum: Students will increase their GLOBAL AND CULTURAL COMPETENCIES as they learn more about French culture in historical and current forms, with attention to social class, language development, and immigration patterns. Course content also addresses HEALTH AND WELLNESS, as students learn about French culture and society, including the French Miracle, balance between work and personal life, food preparation and diet, as well as the politics of the health care and social security systems. Finally, LEADERSHIP will be cultivated through class leadership opportunities: Each student will take responsibility in the leadership of one class discussion; additionally, students will take turns leading small group activities throughout the term. Student Outcome Objectives: The objectives of this course comprise the review and reinforcement of French vocabulary and structures and the introduction of new conversation skills. The course will deepen the students' linguistic capacities by employing the four communication skills: listening, reading, writing, and most importantly speaking. Moreover, students will gain a greater interest and appreciation of French film. At the end of the course, their conversation skills will demonstrate improved fluency, an ability to communicate effectively, and a capacity to analyze culture through film. Course Description: Viewing and discussing films in French deepens the process of foreign language and cultural acquisition. French Cinema and Conversation introduces students to both the art and skill of conversation through viewing and discussing contemporary French film..

2 Films are available in the Modern Languages Tutor Lab; most are PAL format and must be viewed on a multi-region DVD player (available on site). There is only one copy of each film available:,,,,, Au revoir, les enfants,, Le dîner des cons.. In addition to watching films, students will be responsible for: Daily conversations based on the activities in Cinema for French Conversation. Weekly contrôles de vocabulaire (quizzes). Homework to be completed and submitted upon request. Daily presentations. In most class meetings, one student will briefly present (5 to 7 minutes) a facet of the week s film: an actor, director, geographical region, genre, film festival, or prize. The daily presentation will be in French. The student du jour will also facilitate conversation during that class session. Final oral presentation. Independently of the list of films on reserve for this class, the student will borrow or rent a French or Francophone film. The student will choose a segment to show to the class. The student will explain the relevance of his/her segment. Final examination. This oral exam will take place during the last week of class or during the official examination time slot for the course. Grading Policy: Grades will be determined according to percentage points, 5 letter scale. The grading will be based on the following assignments and criteria: Class participation 20% Weekly quizzes 20% Homework 20% Class facilitation and daily presentation 15% Final Oral and written presentation `15% Final examination 10% Attendance Policy: Attendance is required. A maximum of two absences will be allowed. After the second absence 5 percentage points will be subtracted from the student s final grade for each subsequent absence. Homework assignments will be distributed on a by-film basis. Students are expected to bring completed homework to class and be prepared to discuss it. Bring your book to every class, too! Tentative schedule (This schedule is subject to change. It is the student's responsibility to attend class and to be informed of any changes that may occur):

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4 Lundi Mercredi Vendredi 16 janvier 14 janvier Introductions, 18 janvier 21 janvier PAS de COURS! Martin Luther King Day 28 janvier Révision de vocabulaire Transition 4 février 11 février 18 février 25 février 4 mars 11 mars 23 janvier 30 janvier 6 février 13 février 20 février 27 février PAS de COURS! SYMPOSIUM 6 mars 13 mars 25 janvier 1 er février 8 février 15 février 22 février 1 er mars 8 mars 15 mars 18 mars 25 mars 1 er avril 8 avril 15 avril 22 avril 29 avril 20 mars 27 mars 3 avril 10 avril 17 avril 24 avril 1 er mai Dernier cours/révision 22 mars 29 mars 5 avril 12 avril 19 avril 26 avril s 3 mai Final exam (sur RDV)

5 REGENTS' STATEMENT ON COURSE WORKLOAD AND HOMEWORK-OSRHE II-2-34 It is expected that a full-time college student will spend a minimum amount of time each week in class attendance and study out of class approaching a 40-hour work week. A person employed on a full time basis should not simultaneously expect to maintain a full-time academic schedule. At the undergraduate level, this means that for each hour in class, a student is expected to spend at least three (3) hours doing homework. For a three-credit class, a student is expected to spend nine (9) hours a week doing homework. ADA STATEMENT The University of Central Oklahoma complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the American with Disabilities Act of Students with disabilities who need special accommodations must make their requests by contacting the Coordinator of Disability Support Services, Ms. Kimberly Fields at (405) The DSS Office is located in the Nigh University Center, Room 415. Students should also notify the instructor of special accommodation needs by the end of the first week of class. PSYCHOLOGICALLY SAFE ENVIRONMENT In this class, each student s questions and ideas are valuable and will be respected. It is essential that a safe and comfortable environment be established to allow each student to question, challenge, and share ideas openly. UCO ACADEMIC INTEGRITY STATEMENT Your participation in this course comes with the expectation that your work will be completed in full observance of the UCO Student Code of Conduct that can be downloaded at: *Note that the use of on-line translating programs to complete assignments constitutes a violation of the Student Code of Conduct