FREN 4100 Advanced Oral Expression in French (3-0-3)
An intensive, advanced course in which students will use strategies for communication on levels from conversing in everyday practical situations to discussing opinions on politics, culture, and the arts. May not be taken by native speakers of French.

FREN 4300 Advanced Written Expression in French (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: FREN 2002 or equivalent An intensive course at an advanced level in which students will learn strategies for written communication on numerous levels and in varied styles: compositions based on personal topics, current events, literary readings; styles range from e-mail messages, letters, creative writing, imitation of stylistic models. Course includes advanced grammar and stylistics. Advanced stylistics will be stressed.

FREN 4520 Classical and Romantic Theater (3-0-3)
Study of masterworks of drama from the 17th and 19th centuries. In addition to literary-critical discussion, students memorize and produce scenes from the plays, recorded on videotape. Prerequisites: FREN 3510 or equivalent.

FREN 4530 Modern Theater (3-0-3)
Study of masterworks of drama from the 20th century. In addition to literary-critical discussion, students memorize and produce scenes from the plays, recorded on videotape. Prerequisites: FREN 3510 or equivalent.

FREN 4550 Masterpieces of Poetry (3-0-3)
Study of poetry from the medieval period through the modern era. A survey of major movements and representative writers; techniques of poetic artistry (versification, figurative language, strophic forms) and sources of inspiration. Prerequisites: FREN 3510 or equivalent.

FREN 4560 Masterpieces of the Novel (3-0-3)
Studies of the novel, from the medieval romance to modern realistic and philosophical narrative. The art of extended narration as developed in France; literary movements, themes and techniques. Prerequisites: FREN 3510 or equivalent.

FREN 4590 Literature in Translation (3-0-3)
Special course, with varying content, cross-listed with Humanities, English and/or other languages. Readings of major French literary works in English translation; classroom discussions and writing assignments also in English. French majors may take no more than one course in translation for major credit. Prerequisites: ENGL 1001-1002 or 1113-1114; and HUMN 2001-2002.

FREN 4801 Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign
Languages I (3-0-3)
Methods and materials for listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural activities appropriate for elementary and middle school learners. First and second language acquisition theories, a review of foreign language teaching methods, testing procedures and teacher preparation and evaluation. A field experience of

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