Course Offerings

Workforce Education

French Conversation

Practice French conversation through guided, themed questions in various topic areas that will vary each time the course is offered. All discussions will be conducted in French, and it is expected that students enrolling in this course already have a foundation in basic grammar as well as a wide range of useable vocabulary. Course content includes instruction in vocabulary, pronunciation, and common expressions.

Course Objectives

participate in small-group discussions about a wide range of topics.

respond to question prompts in ways that demonstrate understanding and skill with the French language that is clearly beyond the basic level.

be able to make use of a wide variety of vocabulary including idiomatic expressions as evidenced by their participation in class activities.


Outline of Instruction

Introduction to course syllabus, listening/speaking assessment, basic conversations in French.

Language functions such as giving one's opinion, use of humor, polite requests/refusals, etc.

Contrastive analysis: French culture in conversation.

Responding to questions, turn-taking in conversational discourse.

Conversational repair: what to do when misunderstanding occurs.


Contact Hours

24

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

Students enrolling in this course should already have a basic grammar foundation and a wide range of usable vocabulary. This course will be taught in French.

Learning Supplies Needed

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Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None.

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is designed for anyone who would like to develop, improve, or practice conversational discourse skill in the French language. Students should already have a basic foundation in French grammar and a wide range of useable vocabulary.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

FLI-3714B2

FLI-3714C2


Course Contact Information

Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]

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Requisites: None

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