Course
Description
Elementary French. Course focuses on the
development of elementary linguistic skills, with emphasis on the spoken
language. The relationship of the language to French civilization and
culture is given special attention.
This is a 4
unit course. It meets four days a week. A
lot of homework is given, but the course is fun and students do
learn French! This course will provide the beginning foundation for
developing the skill of understanding and communicating in
French.
Technology Requirements
Students will need an electronic mail account and computer
access to the Web. All CSUS students enrolled in one or more units can
create a SacLink
account for electronic mail and Internet services. Although a home
computer with a high speed modem running Firefox or Internet Explorer
would be beneficial, students can use the Web from one of the campus student labs.
Computing Recommendations (minimum)
Pentium PC running Windows 98, Windows XP, or Macintosh compatible with System 9 or higher |
128M RAM or higher |
DSL - Cable Modem (Dial-up modem will not work for this class) |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or NetScape 5.0 (or higher), Safari recommended |
SacLink Account |
Word processing skills |
Online class participation on the Web assignments and electronic discussions. |
Computer Skills
Comfortable using the computer and
browsing the Web, sizing windows, multi-tasking |
Familiarity with SacLink or other
Internet e-mail account |
Word processing skills |
Individual participation on the Web
assignments |
Ability to download and
install software |
Participate in electronic discussions,
using WebCT |
Other Technologies
Microphone/headset for
voice recording and software to save file as mp3 |
CD player or drive, to play pronunciation master
and to repeat |
Successful Student
Characteristics
Discipline to complete homework by deadlines; motivation to read,
write,speak and participate fully in class activities; and time to
devote approximately 12 hours a week to a 4-credit course.
Instructor
Professor
Suter's Web page and e-mail mailto:suterla@csus.edu
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