FRNH 111 - Introduction to French and the French-Speaking World [GEGA]
An introduction to the thirty plus countries where French is spoken. Survey of their cultures, history, geography, religions, politics, economy, literature and arts. Comparison of cultural practices in daily life and the professional world. Acquisition of basic language skills. In English and French.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
The study of French-speaking countries, including France, their cultures, is critical for students to expand their understanding of global cultural dynamics and critically compare their culture to others. French is spoken as a native, official or business language in more than 30 countries in the world. This course aims at furthering the internationalization of EMU students by addressing some of the issues that have been at the forefront of EMU’s Administrators’ recent campaign in that regard. It will help students adapt to the future in a global society, develop a philosophy of inclusion, become aware of a great variety of cultures other than their own, fight cultural stereotypes, expand their comfort zones with cultural differences, adopt positive attitudes towards and avoid discriminating against others. It will also help them develop a sense of self and understand their place in the global community.
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Does not count towards French [BA] or French Language Minor
Updates New Course 12/2011, effective Winter 2012, Gen Ed Approval 5/2012, effective Winter 2013
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