Course Syllabus: FRCH 2000 French Cinema and

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: 974-5634
E-Mail: [email protected]
Office Hours: MWF 12-1:30 and by appointment
Text: Rice, Anne-Christine. Cinema for French Conversation. 3rd Edition. Focus
Publishing 2009.
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..
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: Jean de Florette , Inch’Allah Dimanche, Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie
Poulain, , Ressources humaines , Au revoir, les enfants, L’esquive, 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:
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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):
Lundi
14 janvier
Introductions, Jean de Florette
21 janvier
PAS de COURS !
Martin Luther King Day
28 janvier
Révision de vocabulaire
Transition
4 février
Inch’Allah Dimanche
Mercredi
16 janvier
Vendredi
18 janvier
Jean de Florette
Jean de Florette
23 janvier
25 janvier
Jean de Florette
Jean de Florette
30 janvier
1er février
Inch’Allah Dimanche
Inch’Allah Dimanche
6 février
8 février
Révision et transition
Inch’Allah Dimanche
11 février
13 février
15 février
Ressources humaines
Ressources humaines
Ressources humaines
18 février
20 février
Révision et transition
22 février
Ressources humaines
25 février
Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain
27 février
PAS de COURS !
SYMPOSIUM
Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie
Poulain
1er mars
Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie
Poulain
4 mars
6 mars
8 mars
Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain
Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie
Poulain
Au revoir les enfants
11 mars
13 mars
15 mars
Au revoir les enfants
Au revoir les enfants
Au revoir les enfants
18 mars
Pas de cours: SPRING BREAK
25 mars
Au revoir les enfants
20 mars
Pas de cours: SPRING BREAK
27 mars
Révision et transition
22 mars
Pas de cours: SPRING BREAK
29 mars
L’esquive
1er avril
3 avril
5 avril
L’esquive
L’esquive
L’esquive
8 avril
10 avril
Révision et transition
Le diner des cons
L’esquive
12 avril
15 avril
17 avril
19 avril
Le diner des cons
Le diner des cons
Le diner des cons
22 avril
24 avril
26 avril
Présentations
Présentations
Présentationss
29 avril
1er mai
Dernier cours/Révision
Final exam (sur RDV)
Présentations
3 mai
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 1990. Students with disabilities who need
special accommodations must make their requests by contacting the Coordinator of
Disability Support Services, Ms. Kimberly Fields at (405) 974-2549. 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:
http://www.uco.edu/academicaffairs/FORMS/StudentInfoSheetSpring2013.pdf
*Note that the use of on-line translating programs to complete assignments constitutes a
violation of the Student Code of Conduct