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Southern Utah University
Spring Semester 2026

Beginning French II (Face-to-Face)

FREN 1020-210

Course: FREN 1020-210
Credits: 4
Term: Spring Semester 2026
Department: FLPH
CRN: 13048

Course Description

This course is a continuation of FREN 1010 and is designed for students with one (1) semester or its equivalent in French and serves as a continued introduction to the French language. The course stresses all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): FREN 1010 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C- General Education Category: Humanities

Required Texts

Recommended: A notebook and folder combination or a binder in which to organize course notes and printed material. The trade off for students who don't have to buy a textbook when a professor teaches with OER (Open Educational Resources) is that it requires organization on the part of the student. I will expect that you take note in class and bring the notes from one day to the next so we can build on what we have learned. 
I recommend this online English-French dictionary:       www.wordreference.com


Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes, specified for FREN 1020. By the end of FREN 1020,

  •         Communication: Students will have improved their capacity to develop and express ideas and will be able to do so in a variety of ways, namely in writing and speaking, in French.
  •         Intercultural Knowledge and Competence: Students will know more about France and French-speaking cultures through exposure to various media and ideas; additionally, they will have become more conscious of their own cultures, having adopted the habit of reflecting upon and making comparisons between the culture they know and those they study.

More specific Learning Outcomes of French 1020:

  •         Students will have improved their speaking, listening, reading and writing of French; they will have acquired new vocabulary around themes such as the city, holidays, houses, media and communication, fashion, health and fitness, studies, and professional life; they will expand their knowledge of French-speaking cultures; and they will have gained knowledge of and honed their skills with regards to grammar topics and/or linguistic functions such as asking questions, describing and comparing, expressing opinions or doubt using the subjunctive, speaking about the past using various past tenses together, avoiding repetition by using different pronouns, and properly situating events in time.

Course Requirements

Active participation & class activities -- 15% 
Assignments / Homework-- 15% 
5 Exams-- 30%
12 Quizzes-- 12% (I will drop 3 quiz grades.)
9 Workshops-- 12%
Oral final exam-- 8%
Attendance at two ICSUU Film Festival Films & write-up-- 8%

Course Outline

Active Participation in class: This is a face to face class, meaning you are expected to attend class (unless you are sick or have been exposed to an illness. Students should remain engaged in all class activities and discussions, speak French whenever possible, and take notes on new material and information. Some days, I will assign a participation grade based on student engagement in class. Some days, you will be asked to submit a few sentences in a Canvas assignment at the end of class, either using something we have learned in class that day, or describing what you learned that day in class and/or asking a question about what remains unclear. 
Daily homework: Homework is due through Canvas before class begins. Homework is assigned often, since memorization and practice are vital to success in learning a language. Sometimes, we will also discuss assignments in class, to provide immediate feedback. Other times, I will grade your homework based on effort and adherence to discuss grammar rules or chapter vocabulary. Homework that is turned in late will lose points, -25% if the assignment is turned in a day late, -50% if the assignment is turned in before the end of the unit. Assignments will close before the Unit test.
Written exams / Examens: There will be 5 written exams, one after every chapter. These may include whatever we cover in class and for class:  vocabulary, grammar, culture, videos, etc. Make-ups will be allowed with appropriate notice; email me on or before a test day if you are sick or otherwise unable to be in class and explain your justifiable reason, and you can schedule a makeup.
Quizzes / Interros: There will be 12 short quizzes, on specified material, administered through the Canvas quiz function or in class, on paper. Quizzes are limited in scope and are meant to encourage memorization. See Calendar for dates. Since I will drop 1/4 of quiz grades, if you have to miss a quiz, you can plan to drop that grade. This rule will apply to all missed quizzes. 
Oral Exams:  There will be a final oral exam. Practice speaking in class and at Workshops; remain engaged in class, as exposure is the best pronunciation aid and general learning tool. Listening to French is the road to what we call acquisition, that is, unconscious learning through exposure.
9 Workshops (20 minutes each, with a tutor in GC 104): 2 workshops are to be completed in January, March and April, and 3 are to be completed in February.
Workshops are for practicing pronunciation and conversation; you should bring your vocabulary list with you and any other notes (verb forms, adjective forms) that you want to practice pronouncing. 
*Stay for the length of one workshop. After 20 minutes or so, especially at this level, effectiveness decreases.
Attendance at 2 ICSUU Film Festival Films & write-ups : The Department of Languages & Philosophy is hosting an international film festival in February. Attendance at both of the French films (or viewing on your own if necessary) is required work for the class as is a post-screening write up on each film.

Instructor's policies on late assignments and/or makeup work

Students are accorded extra time for assignments in cases of illness or other extenuating circumstances. 

Attendance Policy

Active participation & class activities is worth 15% of the final grade. I drop 2 to 3 grades in this category so students are able to miss a few classes without damage to their final grade. 

Course Fees

FREN 1020 has a $16 course fee. 

ADA Statement

Students with medical, psychological, learning, or other disabilities desiring academic adjustments, accommodations, or auxiliary aids will need to contact the Disability Resource Center, located in Room 206F of the Sharwan Smith Center or by phone at (435) 865-8042. The Disability Resource Center determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of services.

If your instructor requires attendance, you may need to seek an ADA accommodation to request an exception to this attendance policy. Please contact the Disability Resource Center to determine what, if any, ADA accommodations are reasonable and appropriate.

Academic Credit

According to the federal definition of a Carnegie credit hour: A credit hour of work is the equivalent of approximately 60 minutes of class time or independent study work. A minimum of 45 hours of work by each student is required for each unit of credit. Credit is earned only when course requirements are met. One (1) credit hour is equivalent to 15 contact hours of lecture, discussion, testing, evaluation, or seminar, as well as 30 hours of student homework. An equivalent amount of work is expected for laboratory work, internships, practica, studio, and other academic work leading to the awarding of credit hours. Credit granted for individual courses, labs, or studio classes ranges from 0.5 to 15 credit hours per semester.

Academic Freedom

SUU is operated for the common good of the greater community it serves. The common good depends upon the free search for truth and its free exposition. Academic Freedom is the right of faculty to study, discuss, investigate, teach, and publish. Academic Freedom is essential to these purposes and applies to both teaching and research.

Academic Freedom in the realm of teaching is fundamental for the protection of the rights of the faculty member and of you, the student, with respect to the free pursuit of learning and discovery. Faculty members possess the right to full freedom in the classroom in discussing their subjects. They may present any controversial material relevant to their courses and their intended learning outcomes, but they shall take care not to introduce into their teaching controversial materials which have no relation to the subject being taught or the intended learning outcomes for the course.

As such, students enrolled in any course at SUU may encounter topics, perspectives, and ideas that are unfamiliar or controversial, with the educational intent of providing a meaningful learning environment that fosters your growth and development. These parameters related to Academic Freedom are included in SUU Policy 6.6.

Academic Misconduct

Scholastic honesty is expected of all students. Dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent (see SUU Policy 6.33). You are expected to have read and understood the current SUU student conduct code (SUU Policy 11.2) regarding student responsibilities and rights, the intellectual property policy (SUU Policy 5.52), information about procedures, and what constitutes acceptable behavior.

Please Note: The use of websites or services that sell essays is a violation of these policies; likewise, the use of websites or services that provide answers to assignments, quizzes, or tests is also a violation of these policies. Regarding the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), you should check with your individual course instructor.

Emergency Management Statement

In case of an emergency, the University's Emergency Notification System (ENS) will be activated. Students are encouraged to maintain updated contact information using the link on the homepage of the mySUU portal. In addition, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Emergency Response Protocols posted in each classroom. Detailed information about the University's emergency management plan can be found at https://www.suu.edu/emergency.

HEOA Compliance Statement

For a full set of Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) compliance statements, please visit https://www.suu.edu/heoa. The sharing of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing, except as provided under U.S. copyright law, is prohibited by law; additional information can be found at https://my.suu.edu/help/article/1096/heoa-compliance-plan.

You are also expected to comply with policies regarding intellectual property (SUU Policy 5.52) and copyright (SUU Policy 5.54).

Mandatory Reporting

University policy (SUU Policy 5.60) requires instructors to report disclosures received from students that indicate they have been subjected to sexual misconduct/harassment. The University defines sexual harassment consistent with Federal Regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106, Subpart D) to include quid pro quo, hostile environment harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. When students communicate this information to an instructor in-person, by email, or within writing assignments, the instructor will report that to the Title IX Coordinator to ensure students receive support from the Title IX Office. A reporting form is available at https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?SouthernUtahUniv

Non-Discrimination Statement

SUU is committed to fostering an inclusive community of lifelong learners and believes our university's encompassing of different views, beliefs, and identities makes us stronger, more innovative, and better prepared for the global society.

SUU does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.

SUU strives to cultivate a campus environment that encourages freedom of expression from diverse viewpoints. We encourage all to dialogue within a spirit of respect, civility, and decency.

For additional information on non-discrimination, please see SUU Policy 5.27 and/or visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination.

Pregnancy

Students who are or become pregnant during this course may receive reasonable modifications to facilitate continued access and participation in the course. Pregnancy and related conditions are broadly defined to include pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, related medical conditions, and recovery. To obtain reasonable modifications, please make a request to title9@suu.edu. To learn more visit: https://www.suu.edu/titleix/pregnancy.html.

Disclaimer Statement

Information contained in this syllabus, other than the grading, late assignments, makeup work, and attendance policies, may be subject to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor.