FLS100 - Introductory French

Subject Title
Introductory French

Subject Description
French is not just the language of fashion, food and wine; it is the working language of a quarter of all Canadians and of dozens of countries around the world. In FLS 100, we explore the cultures of Quebec and France, while learning the language. We read and write easy French, and most importantly, we hear and speak the language in small groups.

Credit Status
This course may serve as the required French subject for the Liberal Arts Diploma Programme, and may be accepted for transfer credit at the University of Toronto. It may also serve as the General Education elective credit in the category of Culture and Communications

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Listening Comprehension:
Differentiate sounds within words.
Recognize sound patterns such as phonemes, intonation and stress.

Interpret spoken language in order to communicate with peers and the instructor on familiar topics.
Interpret the main idea from spoken French instruction.

Reading Comprehension:
Understand the main ideas and key information in a wide range of resources such as, books, dialogues, letters and menus.
Read in French with confidence.

Speaking in informal contexts:
Speak clearly and use appropriate gestures.
Use clear and accurate pronunciation and intonation.
Respond to questions on familiar topics.
Communicate their own ideas, thoughts and feelings on familiar topics using vocabulary appropriate to their level.
Use French to work collaboratively with peers and the instructor.

Writing in informal contexts:
Write a series of simple, connected sentences that are properly constructed on familiar topics such as themselves, their likes and dislikes.
Use appropriate writing conventions such as correspondence, etc ...

Cultural Awareness
Express themselves and behave in a manner that reflects respect for French-speaking cultures within our pluralistic society.
Identify cultural similarities and differences in customs, food, education, family life and values.

Demonstrate a cultural awareness of formal and informal usage involving the difference between such words and expressions as ?Bonjour/Salut? and ?tu/vous?.
Recognize and explain the contributions of francophones to Canada and North America.

Cheating and Plagiarism
Each student should be aware of the College's policy regarding Cheating and Plagiarism. Seneca's Academic Policy will be strictly enforced.

To support academic honesty at Seneca College, all work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality, utilizing software tools and third party services. Please visit the Academic Honesty site on http://library.senecacollege.ca for further information regarding cheating and plagiarism policies and procedures.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.