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Apr 25, 2024
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SS 415F - French Culture3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course will familiarize the student with a general frame of reference of French culture. The course will cover geographic information about forms of relief, rivers, mountains, climate and population distribution. A major outline of French history will be accompanied by the presentation of political events, important historical figures, and great cultural accomplishments. The last part of the course will cover the French educational system, immigration, and everyday life in France. (prereq: none)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the geographical and topographical position of France
- Articulate a basic understanding of French history that shaped contemporary France
- Explain several French institutions, such as education, government, industry, and religion
- Describe major forms of architecture, art, mass media, and sports
Prerequisites by Topic
Course Topics
- Introduction, requirements, papers
- Geographical data
- Historical background
- Scientific tradition
- Art and architecture
- Education
- Religion and immigration
- Cultural aspects
- Regional life in France
- Sports, entertainment
- Video presentations
- General review
- Exam
Coordinator
Dr. Patrick Jung
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