FREN 1 - Elementary French

Sep 29, 2026

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Introductory French course focused on French vocabulary and grammar while developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasizes core competencies such as alphabet sounds and letters, number recognition, gender and number agreement, subject and disjunctive pronouns, and correct article and adjective placement. Builds practical communication through question formation, commands and directions, travel-related prepositions, short paragraphs and dialogues, and processing spoken information. Includes cultural comparisons across the Francophone world and contextual learning activities.

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FREN 1-Elementary French 1 FREN 1-ELEMENTARY FRENCH FREN 1 5 units Elementary French 90 hours lecture, 18 hours laboratory Grading: letter grade or pass/no pass. Description This course provides an introduction to French vocabulary and grammar structures, emphasizing listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course is not recommended for native speakers of French or for students who have recently completed one year of high school French with a grade of B or better. NOTE: This course is comparable to two years of highschool French. Transferability Class Size Max, Units, Hours Class Size Maximum: 35 Lecture Hours: 5 Lab Hours: 1 Credit Units: 5 Out of Class Hours: 10 Weekly In-Class Hours: 6 Teaching Units: 6 Total Student Learning Hours: 324 Total Contact Hours: 144 Transferable to both UC and CSU; see counselor for limitations Identiﬁers & Codes Department: World Languages School: Language Arts and Communications Academic Level: Undergraduate TOP Code: 110200-French Requisites & Limitations on Enrollment Catalog Information Grade Mode: Student Choice Is the course repeatable? No Student Learning Outcomes & Course Objectives Student Learning Outcomes: • 1. Demonstrate reading comprehension and communicate ideas in writing at a medium elementary level. • 2. Communicate ideas orally and demonstrate aural comprehension at a medium elementary level. CTE Status: No SAM Code: E-Non-Occupational CIP Code: 16.0901-French Language and Literature. Credit or Noncredit: Credit Course Objectives: 1. Recognize and reproduce the sounds and letters of the French alphabet. 2. Recognize and pronounce French words, phrases, and sentences. 3. Recognize and use numbers. 4. Recognize and differentiate between gender and number of nouns. 5. Recognize and use subject and disjunctive pronouns. 6. Distinguish between formal and informal registers. 7. Apply correctly gender, number agreement, and placement of articles and adjectives. 8. Employ correct subject and verb agreement in present indicative, the future with aller plus inﬁnitive, and the passé composé (past tense) . 9. Form adverbs from adjectives. 10. Indicate possession. 2 FREN 1-Elementary French 11. Describe physical traits and personality. 12. Describe typical activities. 13. Form questions. 14. Recognize and give orders and directions. 15. Employ correct prepositions for travel to and from different geographic locations. 16. Write short paragraphs and dialogues. 17. Evaluate aural information and respond appropriately. 18. Synthesize grammar and vocabulary to convey basic ideas verbally. 19. Compare and contrast their cultural background with the Francophone world. Course Content Course Content: I. Greetings, Introductions, and Courtesy Expressions (Salut) a. Courtesy Expressions: How to address people formally and informally in French b. Pronunciation: Introduction to the French alphabet and its unique sounds c. Basics of French Grammar: Understanding nouns and articles d. Numbers: Learn to count from 0 to 60 e. Study Skills: Tips and recommendations for mastering a world language and effective note-taking techniques f. Culture: Dive into “la culture Française et francophone” through videobased text g. Culturally relevant pedagogy/student centered activity: Compare and contrast with “Greetings” in our diverse communities II. School and Classroom Items a. Pronunciation: Mastery of silent letters and the linking of words, known as “liaison” b. Grammar: Introduction to the present tense of the verb ' Être', personal subject pronouns, and understanding the gender and number of nouns and articles c. Question Formation: Constructing basic yes/no questions d. Culture: Explore the geography of Francophone countries, renowned Francophones, and fundamental historical and cultural insights e. Learning Strategies: Techniques to leverage memory for meaningful

FAQs

What skills does FREN 1 focus on in learning French?

The course develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It also trains learners to communicate in writing and orally at a medium elementary level while demonstrating aural comprehension.

What grammar and language mechanics are emphasized?

Students practice gender and number with nouns and articles, subject and disjunctive pronouns, and correct agreement in present indicative. The course also covers the future with aller plus infinitive and the past tense passé composé.

What topics are included in the course content?

Content includes greetings and courtesy expressions, alphabet pronunciation and liaison, present tense of être and avoir, question formation, school and classroom items, university life in France, family relations, and personal descriptions and professions, along with related cultural themes.

Sep 29, 2026

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