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FSL French as Second Language


FSL100H1
Introductory French I 39L, 13P

An intensive basic course in spoken and written French: comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing.
Exclusion: Not open to students who have studied French in secondary school. Not open to native or fluent speakers of French


FSL102H1
Introductory French II 39L, 13P

An intensive basic course in spoken and written French for students who have studied some French, but who have not yet attained the entry level for FSL121Y.
Exclusion: Grade 11 French or higher. Not open to native or fluent speakers of French.
Prerequisite: FSL100H or permission of Department


FSL121Y1
Intermediate French 78L, 26P

Written and spoken French, reinforcing oral/aural competence, reading comprehension, and writing skills.
Exclusion: OAC French. Not open to native or fluent speakers of French
Prerequisite: FSL102H, or some background in secondary school French or permission of Department


FSL161Y1
Practical French 78S

Emphasis is placed on both reading and listening comprehension, expression, both written and oral, and self-instruction. Particularly recommended for students who wish to maintain and improve their general knowledge of French without wishing to specialize.
Exclusion: Not open to native or fluent speakers of French/OAC French (Immersion)
Prerequisite: FSL121Y/OAC French/permission of Department


FSL181Y1
Language Practice I 78S, 26P

A variety of approaches to language learning, aimed at helping students develop their written and oral skills. Computer-assisted instruction and the language laboratory provide additional learning opportunities. Particularly recommended for students who wish to specialize or major in French.
Exclusion: FRE180Y/OAC French (Immersion). Not open to native or fluent speakers of French
Prerequisite: FSL121Y/OAC French or permission of the Department


FSL183H1
Language Practice I: Oral French 39S, 13P

Through activities such as debates, interviews, and role-playing, students explore a variety of expressive possibilities of the French language. Audio-visual materials are used to improve listening comprehension.
Exclusion: FSL163H/OAC French (Immersion). Not open to native or fluent speakers of French
Prerequisite: FSL121Y/OAC French or permission of the Department (Note: FSL183S (Spring Term) may be taken along with FS121Y)


FSL261Y1
Practical French II 78S

Emphasis is placed on both reading and listening comprehension, expression, both written and oral, and self-instruction. Particularly intended for students who wish to maintain and improve their general knowledge of French without wishing to specialize.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers or fluent speakers of French
Prerequisite: FRE150Y/161Y/181Y/OAC French (Immersion)


FSL262Y1
Language of the Media, Multimedia, Internet 78S

Development of skills in practical French (reading, writing, listening, speaking) based on traditional media as well as on multimedia resources available in French, including those of the Internet. (Not offered in 1999-2000)
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: FRE180Y/161Y/163H/181Y/183H/OAC French (Immersion)


FSL264Y1
Language of International Relations 78S

Development of written and oral language skills and enrichment of vocabulary through readings, audio-visual material and discussions on a variety of topics related to International Relations. Designed primarily but not only for students enrolled in the International Relations Program.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French, FSL264H/265H
Prerequisite: FRE180Y/FSL161Y/163H/181Y/183H/OAC French (Immersion)


FSL282H1
Language Practice II: Written French 39S

Improvement of writing and reading skills for students specializing in French studies. Analysis of written texts (vocabulary and structure), grammar, error analysis, and essay-writing.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: FRE180Y/FSL161Y(73%)/181Y/OAC French (Immersion) or permission of Department


FSL283H1
Language Practice II: Oral French 39S, 13P

Improvement of listening and speaking skills for students specializing in French studies at the university: listening exercises, corrective pronunciation, oral practice, role plays.
Exclusion: Not open to native or fluent speakers of French
Prerequisite: FRE180Y/FSL161Y(73%)/181Y/183H/OAC French (Immersion)


FSL284Y1
Dramatic Language 78S

A study of both oral and written French, based on modern French and Quebec plays. Emphasis is put on speech, intonation, grammatical proficiency, and vocabulary. Although participation is expected from everyone, evaluation is not based on acting ability but on language acquisition.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: FRE150Y/180Y/FSL161Y(73%)/181Y/OAC French (Immersion)


FSL361Y1
Practical French III 78S

Emphasis is placed on both reading and listening comprehension, expression, both written and oral, and self-instruction. Particularly intended for students who wish to maintain and improve their general knowledge of French without wishing to specialize.
Exclusion: Not open to native or fluent speakers of French
Prerequisite: Any 200-series FSL course


FSL362Y1
La Francophonie 78S

An advanced course in practical French (reading, writing, listening, speaking), aimed at broadening understanding of the range of cultures and societies of the francophone world, based in part on multimedia resources available in French, including those of the Internet.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: Any 200-series FSL course


FSL366H1
Business French 39S

A study of vocabulary, grammar and writing techniques involved in business situations, including cross-cultural transactions. Students may be introduced to business-oriented multimedia resources, including those of the Internet. A similar course, FRE 301H, exists for francophones or near-francophones.
Exclusion: FRE301H. Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: Any 200-series FSL course


FSL382H1
Language Practice III: Written French 39S

Consolidation of writing skills already acquired by students specializing in French studies, with emphasis on advanced writing techniques.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: FSL282H


FSL383H1
Language Practice III: Oral French 39S

Consolidation of oral skills already acquired by students specializing in French studies.
Exclusion: Not open to native or fluent speakers of French
Prerequisite: FSL283H


FSL461Y1
Practical French IV 78S

For students who wish to improve their general knowledge of French while specializing in other fields of study.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: Any 300-series FSL course


FSL462H1
Reading French: Language of Law 39S

Specific features of the language used in legal documents. This course is intended to familiarize students with juridical vocabulary and structures. (Not offered in 1999-2000)
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: Any 200-series FSL course


FSL463H1
Spoken French: Language of Law 39S

Specific features of the language used in the courtroom, policy discussions and the media. Practical applications through classroom presentations, discussions, workshops and role-play.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: Any 200-series FSL course


FSL482H1
Language Practice IV: Written French 39S

A course designed to diversify the student's ability to understand and write texts of various genres.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: FSL382H or permission of department


FSL483H1
Language Practice IV: Oral French 39S

Students receive advanced training in aural comprehension and in the production of the appropriate oral performance in a variety of situations.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of French
Prerequisite: FSL383H or permission of department


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