Summer 2020

Language Courses | R&C Courses | Upper-Division Courses 

Language

Elementary French, first semester, sec 1 (Summer Session C -- 8 weeks)
1
Summer 2020
Class No: 12141
remote
MTWThF
R. Weiher
10-12
This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Readings:

Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Student activities manual, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Answer Key, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Recommended: Morton, English Grammar for Students of French

Course Description:

Introduction to Francophone cultures through speaking, listening, reading, and writing in French, with French as the exclusive means of communication. Emphasis is placed on developing student ability to create and to communicate with basic French structures and vocabulary. Linguistic and cultural competency is developed through oral exercises, individual and collaborative reports, class discussions, and the use of various media resources. Reading and writing are developed through both in-class and independent reading projects using the French Department Library, as well as through compositions and other written assignments. The program integrates all aspects of foreign language study through a process-oriented approach in compliance with ACTFL‘s Oral Proficiency and the 5Cs of the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning for the 21st Century. Cultural competency is also reinforced by exposure to French and Francophone worlds through various oral/aural exercises, written assignments, film clips and various media resources. The students will gain a historical perspective on French and Francophone cultures.

Prerequisites/Placement:

No previous French experience required. This course is also appropriate for students with one quarter of college-level French, 2 years of high school French, or less. For additional placement information please see Lower Division Placement Guidelines.

Additional information:

All sections are conducted entirely in French. Extra Section added April 23.

This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Elementary French, first semester, sec 2 (Summer Session C -- 8 weeks)
1
Summer 2020
Class No: 12142
remote
MTWThF
D. Hoffmann
10-12
This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Readings:

Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Student activities manual, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Answer Key, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Recommended: Morton, English Grammar for Students of French

Course Description:

Introduction to Francophone cultures through speaking, listening, reading, and writing in French, with French as the exclusive means of communication. Emphasis is placed on developing student ability to create and to communicate with basic French structures and vocabulary. Linguistic and cultural competency is developed through oral exercises, individual and collaborative reports, class discussions, and the use of various media resources. Reading and writing are developed through both in-class and independent reading projects using the French Department Library, as well as through compositions and other written assignments. The program integrates all aspects of foreign language study through a process-oriented approach in compliance with ACTFL‘s Oral Proficiency and the 5Cs of the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning for the 21st Century. Cultural competency is also reinforced by exposure to French and Francophone worlds through various oral/aural exercises, written assignments, film clips and various media resources. The students will gain a historical perspective on French and Francophone cultures.

Prerequisites/Placement:

No previous French experience required. This course is also appropriate for students with one quarter of college-level French, 2 years of high school French, or less. For additional placement information please see Lower Division Placement Guidelines.

Additional information:

All sections are conducted entirely in French.

This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Elementary French, second semester (Summer Session C -- 8 weeks)
2
Summer 2020
Class No: 12145
remote
MTWThF
V. Bergstrom
10-12
This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Readings:

Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Student activities manual, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone, Answer Key, Media Enhanced 4th edition; Recommended: Morton, English Grammar for Students of French

Course Description:

Continuing development of students' knowledge of fundamental structures of French, awareness of Francophone cultures, and their appropriate socio-linguistic application in both spoken and written communication. Class conducted entirely in French. Speaking ability is developed through oral exercises, individual and collaborative reports, class discussions and debates. Reading and writing are developed through both in-class and independent reading projects using the French Department Library, compositions and various written assignments. Students are introduced to French analytical writing through an exploration of various topics relating to contemporary French and Francophone societies. The course also includes the reading of authentic literature in the form of a modern play. The program integrates all aspects of foreign language study through a process-oriented approach in compliance with ACTFL‘s Oral Proficiency and the 5Cs of the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning for the 21st Century. Cultural competency is also reinforced through individual oral reports, class debates on issues affecting contemporary world societies, and the use of appropriate media resources including radio and television news, film clips, and cultural programs. Students will have the opportunity to do comparative studies on French and American cultures in terms of both personal and national identity. The class meets five days a week; it is conducted entirely in French; plan on daily oral and written exercises.

Prerequisites/Placement:

French 1 at UC Berkeley or 1 semester (or 2 quarters) of college-level French at another university or 3 years of high school French or consent of the instructor. For additional placement information please see Lower Division Placement Guidelines.

Additional information:

All sections are conducted entirely in French.

Due to issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this course will be offered via remote format.

This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Intermediate Frenc, sec 1 (Summer Session C -- 8 weeks)
3
Summer 2020
Class No: 12816
remote
MTWThF
T. Blakeney
10-12
This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Readings:

Required: Réseau: Communication, Intégration, Intersections, 2nd Edition, Pearson (Textbook, Student activities manual, and Answer key, access to My French Lab, and complimentary Oxford New French Dictionary); select outside readings

Please note: All of the required material (textbook, student activities manual, answer key and MyFrenchLab) will be available in package form at the Cal Student Store. In most cases, purchasing a package turns out to be cheaper than buying the components separately. Oxford New French Dictionary included in package.

Recommended: Morton, English Grammar for Students of French

Course Description:

This course is conducted in French. This is an intermediate language and culture class that aims to consolidate and expand the skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing in French. The course aims to promote cross-cultural understanding through the use of authentic materials such as literary and journalistic texts, multimedia, film, pop songs, and television/radio broadcasts, and other cultural artifacts. We will explore various topics such as self and family, education, human relationships, traditions, politics, and national identities, and compare American and other perceptions to those of the French and francophone world in whole class discussion, small groups and other collaborative formats. In addition to a review and refinement of grammar and vocabulary in a culturally rich context, students also experiment with their written expression through different formats, including analytical essays, journals, creative writing and independent projects using the Internet.

Prerequisites/Placement:

For students with one of the following: 4 years of high school French; a passing grade in French 2 at UC Berkeley; 2nd or 3rd semester college French; 3rd or 4th-quarter college French; a 3 on the AP French exam. For additional placement information please see Lower Division Placement Guidelines.

Additional information:

All sections are conducted entirely in French.

Due to issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this course will be offered via remote format.

This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Intermediate French, sec 2 (Summer Session C - 8 weeks)
3
Summer 2020
Class No: 15854
remote
MTWThF
P. Lyons
10-12
This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Readings:

Required: Réseau: Communication, Intégration, Intersections, 2nd Edition, Pearson (Textbook, Student activities manual, and Answer key, access to My French Lab, and complimentary Oxford New French Dictionary); select outside readings

Please note: All of the required material (textbook, student activities manual, answer key and MyFrenchLab) will be available in package form at the Cal Student Store. In most cases, purchasing a package turns out to be cheaper than buying the components separately. Oxford New French Dictionary included in package.

Recommended: Morton, English Grammar for Students of French

Course Description:

This course is conducted in French. This is an intermediate language and culture class that aims to consolidate and expand the skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing in French. The course aims to promote cross-cultural understanding through the use of authentic materials such as literary and journalistic texts, multimedia, film, pop songs, and television/radio broadcasts, and other cultural artifacts. We will explore various topics such as self and family, education, human relationships, traditions, politics, and national identities, and compare American and other perceptions to those of the French and francophone world in whole class discussion, small groups and other collaborative formats. In addition to a review and refinement of grammar and vocabulary in a culturally rich context, students also experiment with their written expression through different formats, including analytical essays, journals, creative writing and independent projects using the Internet.

Prerequisites/Placement:

For students with one of the following: 4 years of high school French; a passing grade in French 2 at UC Berkeley; 2nd or 3rd semester college French; 3rd or 4th-quarter college French; a 3 on the AP French exam. For additional placement information please see Lower Division Placement Guidelines.

Additional information:

All sections are conducted entirely in French.

Due to issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this course will be offered via remote format.

This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Advanced Intermediate French (Summer Session C -- 8 weeks)
4
Summer 2020
Class No: 12146
remote
MTWThF
L. Dixon
10-12
This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.

Readings:

Réseau: Communication, Intégration, Intersections, 2nd Edition, Pearson (Textbook, Student activities manual, and Answer key); Jean-Paul Sartre, Huis-clos, (Gallimard, 2000). ISBN-10: 2070368076 and ISBN-13: 978-2070368075; selected outside readings

Recommended: My French Lab access; Morton, English Grammar for Students of French

The program uses the second edition only. All of the required materials (textbook, student activities manual, answer key and MyFrenchLab) will be available in package form at the Cal Student Store. In most cases, purchasing a package turns out to be cheaper than buying the components separately. Oxford New French Dictionary is included in package.

Recommended: Morton, English Grammar for Students of French

Course Description:

This course is conducted entirely in French. French 4 is an advanced intermediate language and culture class that aims to refine the skills acquired in French 3 or equivalent courses and to enhance students’ familiarity with French and Francophone literature. Emphasis is placed on the strengthening of oral and written expression in order to promote linguistic and cultural competences through an extensive grammar review and exploration of texts, visual and audio sources, multi-media, and other cultural artifacts. Topics covered include immigration and multiculturalism, France’s relations with other countries in Europe and around the world, Francophone cultures, identity, politics, the arts, and film. Various genres and visual and written forms are covered, including short stories, plays, poems, and films, studied in their literary and cultural contexts (history, philosophy, music, art). Throughout the semester, students share ideas in collaborative small groups and whole class discussion, continue to work on independent projects using the Internet, and explore new formats for writing in French, including expository writing, journalistic and creative writing activities, as well as visual and textual analysis in French.

Prerequisites/Placement:

For students with one of the following: a passing grade in French 3 at UC Berkeley; 4th-semester or 5th-quarter college French; a 4 or 5 on the AP French exam. For additional placement information please see Lower Division Placement Guidelines.

Additional information:

All sections are conducted entirely in French. Transfer students planning to major or minor in French at UC Berkeley are strongly encouraged to take French 4 the summer prior to enrolling at Berkeley.

Due to issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this course will be offered via remote format.

This class will be taught via SYNCHRONOUS REMOTE INSTRUCTION.**

**Time conflicts are not allowed for this class.