FREN250

FREN

250

Humanities (HU), Writing-Intensive

Students study francophone texts written in a variety of styles (descriptive, narrative, analytical, journalistic, etc.), and compose their own texts in these styles, while reviewing points of grammar and syntax associated with common writing errors. Writing assignments focus on clarity of structure, useful transitions, verbal agreement and sequencing of events. Particular attention is given to making appropriate word choices within a variety of cultural and linguistic contexts, and enhancing vocabulary for successful general academic writing. Students also have the opportunity to acquire terminology used in a particular area of career or personal interest (e.g. science, medicine, business, politics, literature, tourism, the environment, psychology, sociology, film, art, music, etc.). Course recommended in preparation for 300-level coursework. Prerequisite: FREN 212 or equivalent.