FREN 101 Elementary French I
A direct and immediate involvement with the living language is the fundamental aim of the course. Emphasis is placed on understanding and speaking in order to develop a basic knowledge of French. Student participation is vital since this course involves much oral work carried out through interaction among students. Grammatical principles will be introduced through texts relating various aspects of French life. Poems and current events from magazines will be used along with topical readings to help develop a feeling for French. Not open to students who have completed FREN 113.