FLF 102 MWF SPRING 2009: COURSE INFORMATION
Instructor: Martine BELL
Office:
Withers 227
Office hours: M 2:30-3:30, W 2:30-3:00, F 11:30-12:00 and
by appointment
Phone:
515-9306
E-mail:
bell@social.chass.ncsu.edu
Website: http://www4.ncsu.edu/~mbell
For adverse weather and emergency situation information: Call 513-8888 or see: http://news.ncsu.edu/media/AdverseWeather.html
PLACEMENT AND
PREREQUISITES: (See http://sasw.chass.ncsu.edu/fl/place.htm for policy.)
(1) FLF 101 at NC State
(2) or the equivalent of FLF 101 from another
university
(3) or placing into FLF 102 on the NC State
Placement Test with a score of 289-340
(4) or a score of 430-500 on the SAT II
Subject Test
If you do not have any of the
prerequisites listed above, you must take the Placement Test in the Laundry Lab
(LAU 214: Language and
NOTE: If you took French in high school and you have been told that you have « reached proficiency at the 102 level », this does NOT satisfy the prerequisite for this course. This only applies to students who will not take any foreign language course at NC State. Native speakers CANNOT receive credit for FLF 101-202 if French is their native language.
WELCOME TO FRENCH!
This course aims at giving you a solid foundation in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the French language. To accomplish these goals, it is essential that we use French as the language of the classroom. I will do my best to keep the class atmosphere creative, lively, and accepting of your best efforts. In return, you, too have some responsibilities. Please read carefully and follow the information and advice below.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS :
Deux mondes, 6th edition, Terrell, Tracy D. et al., McGraw-Hill Publishers, 2009 (Textbook + QUIA access: used $104.35, new $139.10)
Deux mondes: Online Cahier d’exercices, 6th edition,Terrel, Tracy D. et al., 2009 (QUIA Online Workbook/Laboratory Manual)
[IMPORTANT! For students who didn’t take FLF 101 in the Fall: DO NOT OPEN YOUR QUIA ACCESS PACK FOR THE ONLINE WORKBOOK UNTIL YOU KNOW YOU’RE DEFINITELY TAKING THIS CLASS--in case you have to drop or switch classes during the first week. You will not be reimbursed if you opened it before you drop the class.]
HOMEWORK: All written and oral exercises listed on the syllabus should be completed BEFORE class. This preparation for class is VERY IMPORTANT. Before each class, you need to prepare the following:
1) Textbook / blue pages : Read and write out the exercises in the appropriate sections of the Grammaire and exercices pages (blue pages). Check your work by using the Answer Key in Appendix D of the textbook (pp. A15-A18). These exercises will not be turned in, but it is essential to practice with them in preparation for class.
2) Workbook: QUIA Online Workbook/Laboratory Manual.
Listening activities: Complete all comprehension exercises (Activités
de compréhension)
Written activities: Complete written activities (Activités écrites) in sections 1 and 2 (Thèmes et Grammaire and Intégration) as indicated in the QUIA column on the syllabus (for example, specific exercises in 6.1 and 6.2 for Chap. 6). Some written exercises are to be printed out on paper and turned in. Complete activities in sections 3 and 4 (Prononciation et orthographe and Le verbe français) as indicated on the syllabus (ex: 6.3 and 6.4 for Chap. 6).
Workbook activities on QUIA and written exercises to be turned in are due at the end of each chapter. See “QUIA Guidelines” for more details. No late work is accepted for credit.
Additional exercises may be assigned on a daily basis. Upon your return to class after an absence, you are responsible for any homework, quizzes, etc. assigned on the day of your absence.
Check your NC
State e-mail regularly:
some handouts or assignments will be sent by e-mail.
Useful sources:
Deux Mondes Website: http://www.mhhe.com/deuxmondes6 (Student Edition). Additional grammar exercises and cultural information are available in the Coursewide Content. Other activities and videos are available in the ActivityPak.
Pronunciation: Practice pronunciation of the vocabulary at the end of each chapter: http://languagecenter.cla.umn.edu/lc/french/pronunciation/audioVocabDrillDown.html
LANGUAGE LAB:
If you do not have access to a computer with
speakers, you can complete workbook exercises in a CHASS Foreign Language
Computer Lab, either in the Laundry Lab (LAU 214: Language and
COMPOSITIONS & INTERNET RESEARCH:
You will write 2 short compositions (Compositions 1 & 3). You will also complete one project involving research on the Internet (Part I: Visite virtuelle d’une ville française). After doing your research, you will do a short in-class presentation of a French city of your choice. You will then write Composition 2 (Part II: Visite virtuelle d’une ville française) using the information you found on the Internet. See due dates on the Syllabus.
NOTE for all written work: DO
NOT use online/electronic translators for phrases or sentences for written
assignments. The results are poor and will violate Acade
TESTS:
There will be two exams, quizzes (written or oral) at the end of each chapter, and a departmental final exam. There will be no make-up quizzes. However, one quiz grade will be dropped. Make-ups for the two major tests will be granted only if you are excused in advance with proper documentation.
NOTE: The oral part of the final exam will be given during the last two weeks of classes. Note the dates on the syllabus.
ATTENDANCE:
Attendance is required and will be taken daily. You can make
progress only if you hear and speak the language regularly. After three
absences, your participation grade will be reduced by 1/3 grade for each
additional absence (from A to A-, from A- to B+, etc.). Beyond 3 absences, you will need a written excuse. In case of an emergency (serious illness,
injury, death or illness in the fa
Excessive absences may lead
to an F.
FILM: You are required to see one film for
this course: Amélie. It’s a
French-language film with English subtitles. See the syllabus for dates
and times. Watching movies in French is a great way to learn more about
the language and culture.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
All work in this class will be subject to NC State
standards of acade
GRADING:
Departmental final exam: 25%
Exams: 20%
Class participation*: 20%
Quizzes, Compositions and Project: 25%
Homework: 10%
This class will be graded according to the plus/
A+=97.0-100
B+=87.0-89.9 C+=77.0-79.9 D+=67.0-69.9
A= 93.0-96.9 B= 83.0-86.9
C =73.0-76.9 D =63.0-66.9
A-=90.0-92.9 B-=80.0-82.9
C-=70.0-72.9 D+=60.0-62.9 F =0-59.9
* PARTICIPATION:
Participation in class will be
deter
A = Student is well prepared, attentive, always responds when called on and volunteers often with pertinent answers or questions.
B = Student is usually prepared, responds when called on and volunteers on occasion.
C = Student shows evidence of being unprepared on occasion, has trouble when called on and does not volunteer often.
D = Student is unprepared, inattentive, never volunteers, or comes to class late.
F = Student exhibits a lack of concern for the class, sleeps in class/does not pay attention, disturbs the class.
INCOMPLETE GRADES & LATE ASSIGNMENTS:
Incomplete grades will be given only when a student cannot complete the
course due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond his/her control and has done
most of the course work (types of work that can be made up would be for example
a final exam, a quiz or two, or handing in a final paper). For late
assignments, the grade will be reduced by 1/3 grade for each day late (from A
to A-, from A- to B+, etc.). In case of an excused absence, students will need
to set up a timetable with me for the
HOW TO DO WELL IN THIS CLASS:
1. Prepare your assignments
well BEFORE co
2. Participate actively. Mentally answer each question while a classmate is responding.
3. Speak French in the classroom. Don’t translate! Watch for gestures, visual aids, facial expressions, etc. to help you understand. If you need further clarification, use one of the following expressions:
Répétez, s’il vous plaît. = Repeat, please.
Comment dit-on...? = How do you say...?
Qu’est-ce que c’est? = What’s that?
Je ne sais pas. = I don’t know.
Je ne comprends pas. = I don’t
understand.
4. Take risks. Speak out.
Don’t be afraid to make
5. Bring your book to class everyday and turn off your cell phone during class.
6. Enjoy your language learning. Be playful and participate in the activities, skits, etc. Your attitude is crucial to the success of your learning experience.
7. Take notes. Write down everything from the blackboard.
8. Don't hesitate to ask me for help. You can e-mail me or come and see me during my office hours.
TUTORING
is available at the
DISABILITY SERVICES FOR STUDENTS:
Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with verifiable
disabilities. In order to take advantage of available accommodations, students
must register with the Disabilities Services Office (DSO) at 1900 Student
Health Center, Campus Box 7509, 515 7653, http://www.ncsu.edu/dso . For more information on NC State's
policy on working with students with disabilities, see: http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/academic_affairs/courses_undergrad/REG02.20.1.php
DIVERSITY POLICY:
This course fosters free and open dialogue, the acceptance and discussion of
different opinions, and mutual respect among class members. Please consult NC
State Policies on Non-Discrimination.
SUMMER STUDY ABROAD
IN
Would you like to study in
The FLL Department is offering $500
Summer SA scholarships in 2009 for
students majoring or
FRENCH CLUB:
Consider joining the French Club to get extra exposure to the language and culture. You are welcome at any of the meetings which take place every other Wednesday at 4 PM in Withers. The instructor will let you know when the first meeting will take place this semester.
FLL HOMEPAGE:
http://sasw.chass.ncsu.edu/fl/fl.htm Visit the Foreign Language Department homepage for more information about: the professional advantages of studying foreign languages--and French, in particular, the French Major and Minor at NC State, the Masters Program, and the Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's (ABM) Degree Program in French (in 5 years). You will find useful links in the French Section homepage to learn more about French through the Internet: http://sasw.chass.ncsu.edu/fl/french/
Online class evaluations will be available for students to complete during the last two weeks of class (8AM Apr. 10-8AM Apr. 27). Students will receive an email message directing them to a website where they can login using their Unity ID and complete evaluations. All evaluations are confidential. Evaluation website: https://classeval.ncsu.edu. For more information: http://www2.acs.ncsu.edu/UPA/classeval/
SPRING SEMESTER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Tuesday, January 13: Lecture sponsored by the Dept of Foreign Languages and Literatures: “To Be Translated Or Not to be” by Esther Allen, 4:30PM, Riddick Hall 450.
Thursday, January 22, 2009: NC State Summer Programs Study Abroad Fair, 11AM-3PM in the Tally Ballroom. The application deadline for these programs is February 6.