FREN 3212 - French IIISB: Language (Advanced)

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2022

This course builds on the work undertaken in French IIISA: Language and gives tuition in stylistics, translation, register, advanced grammar and syntax, through regular assignments and class exercises (oral and written). It also seeks to develop research skills for language related questions.

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Course Details

Course Code	FREN 3212
Course	French IIISB: Language (Advanced)
Coordinating Unit	French Studies
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	FREN 3211
Assessment	Regular tests, assignments, language examination

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Ben McCann

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

On the completion of French IIISB Language, students will be able to:

1. understand, apply and explain the principles governing the structures of the French language, both spoken and written, including variations in register and their importance

2. understand and produce clear and detailed views on a wide variety of topics in both spoken and written French

3. understand the stylistic differences between French and English and use that understanding to move between the two languages in a way that takes account of those differences

4. locate, evaluate and apply a variety of sources to further their own understanding of the French language

5. work both independently and in collaboration with others in the exploration, generation and presentation of ideas and information, and contribute productively and in a timely manner to group-based outcomes

6. demonstrate an awareness of social and cultural issues in French-speaking contexts and appreciate their wider impact

7. develop a commitment to the rigorous application of scholarly principles in the exploration of questions relating to French language and its use in a variety of contexts

8. work independently to improve their language proficiency as well as their knowledge and understanding of the French language and how it functions in a variety of contexts

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1, 2, 3, 4
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	1, 4
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	2, 5
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	6, 7, 8
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	6, 7
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	6, 8

Learning Resources

Required Resources

No set text, but access to good dictionaries and other reference works (at home, on-line and/or in the library) is essential.

Recommended Resources

While the course is basically self-contained, it is essential to get into the habit of working with a variety of reference texts around you. Here are some suggestions…

1. Dictionaries
— The Petit Robert is an essential reference work for this course.

— The Collins-Robert French-English English-French Dictionary will also be of great use, although any items found here should then be verified (for meaning and usage) in a French-French dictionary. Note that recent editions are particularly useful as they contain a supplement devoted to specific language functions (letter writing, essay writing, etc).

2. Popular French/Slang + Idiomatic Expressions
— Burke, D. Street French, New York, Brisbane & Singapore, J. Wiley & Sons, 1988. (French
to English, with exercises!)
— Caradec, F. Dictionnaire du français argotique et populaire, Paris, Larousse, 1977.
— Hérail, R.J. & Lovatt, E.A. Dictionary of Modern Colloquial French, London & New York, Routledge, 1984. (French to English).
— Galisson, R. Dictionnaire des expressions imagées, Paris, Clé international, 1984. (With Livret d’auto-apprentissage).
— Genevieve. Merde, Sydney, Angus & Robertson, 1984.
— Genevieve. Merde encore, Sydney, Angus & Robertson, 1986.
— Merle, P. Dictionnaire du français branché, Paris, Seuil, 1986.
— Rey, A. & Chantreau, S. Dictionnaire des expressions et locutions figurées, Paris, Les Usuels du Robert, 1984.
— Roland, P. Skidiz, Paris, Hachette (Collection: "Outils"), 1977.

3. Grammar
Any reputable grammar is a good starting point for checking on grammatical points which occur in exercises. Grammaire française is a prescribed text, because of its revision of key points, accompanied by self-correcting exercises, and Price’s A Comprehensive French Grammar is recommended as a key reference, but if you want to go further, the definitive grammar of French—very detailed but with an excellent index—is Grevisse, Le Bon Usage (10e Ed.), Paris, Gembloux-Duculot, 1980. This magnum opus (1519 pages) is quite expensive; however, there are several copies in the University library. Also of great interest is the “communicative” grammar by Judge, A. and Healey, F., A Reference Grammar of Modern French, London, Arnold, 1985 (also quite an expensive text). For a more concise reference grammar, see H. Ferrar, A French Reference Grammar, Oxford University Press, 1967.

4. Stylistics & Translation
The most interesting book on stylistics is that of J.P Vinay & J. Darbelnet, Stylistique comparée du français et de l’anglais, Paris, Didier, 1977. It adopts the perspective of translation difficulties and highlights differences in structure and usage between French and English. This provides valuable insights, as a result, into stylistic matters and is also useful for dealing with translation issues.

5. Internet
The Lexilogos webpage contains a conventional dictionary, as well as a dictionary of slang, synonyms and antonyms, figurative expressions, spelling and conjugations, etymologies, Old and Middle French, and varieties of French throughout the Francophone world. The url is

Online Learning

The course requires students to consult the MyUni webpage on a regular basis. All grammar notes, lecture notes, lab worksheets, previous exam papers and so on are posted in the “Course Materials” section.

Learning & Teaching Modes

There are three contact hours per week in French IIISB Language: 1 x 2-hour language seminar + 1 x 1-hour language laboratory class.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

3 hours of classes per week	36 hours per semester
6 hours assignment preparation/follow up per week	72 hours per semester
4 hours reading per week	48 hours per semester
TOTAL WORKLOAD	156 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

Language classes will focus on a variety of activities, including stylistics, summary writing and translation. Conversation classes will be devoted to the discussion of topical subjects and also the development of pronunciation skills. The language laboratory session will likewise be devoted to the development of listening skills and to grammar revision.

Specific Course Requirements

Hurdle requirement
Students who do not meet the following requirement will be awarded a grade of Fail for the course:
- a minimum of 80% attendance in seminars, tutorials, workshops and lab classes (considered individually);
- completion of all assessment tasks worth 10% or more;
- a minimum of 40% in the final examination.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Learning Outcomes
Exercices écrits	Formative and Summative	30%	1, 2, 3, 7
Language Test	Summative	10%	1, 2, 3
Exercices de labo	Formative and Summative	20%	1, 5
Final Oral	Summative	10%	4, 6, 7
Final Written Test	Summative	30%	1, 2, 3

Assessment Related Requirements

The guidelines relating to presentation, submission and assessment of work are as follows:

1. Presentation of Work
All work handed in during the year should be clearly labelled with the student’s name and class and also with the name of the staff member for whom it is intended. It should be written on alternate lines (double spaced and in a font no less than 12 point, if typed), for greater clarity and to allow ample room for correction. For essay work, attention should be given to the correct setting out of quotations and bibliographical material.

2. Deadlines
In all language courses, assignments are a regular part of the learning process. For this reason, language assignments must be submitted on a regular basis, by noon on the date indicated in each case (a penalty of 2% per day late will be applied and no mark can be given once the particular assignment has been returned and discussed in class). However, any student experiencing difficulties (due to documentated cases of health problems or personal hardship) should contact the Course Coordinator. The onus is on the student to make such an approach—before the due date.

Extensions can only be sought in advance of the due date under the provisions of the Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policyor the Reasonable Adjustments for Teaching and Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy.

Assessment Detail

See the Course Booklet for a detailed presentation of the assessment procedures for French IIISB Language.

Submission

Students must hand in assignments to the course coordinator or upload to MyUni on the day indicated.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

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