California State University, Sacramento
Course Description
Elementary French. Course focuses on the development of elementary linguistic skills, with emphasis on the spoken language. The relationship of the language to French civilization and culture is given special attention.This is a 4 unit course. It meets four days a week. A lot of homework is given, but the course is fun and students do learn French! This course will provide the beginning foundation for developing the skill of understanding and communicating in French.
Technology Requirements
Students will need an electronic mail account and computer access to the Web. All CSUS students enrolled in one or more units can create a SacLink account for electronic mail and Internet services. Although a home computer with a high speed modem running Netscape or Internet Explorer would be beneficial, students can use the Web from one of the campus student labs.Computing Recommendations
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Pentium PC running Windows 98 or higher, Windows NT, or Macintosh compatible with System 7.1 or higher |
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64M RAM memory, 200Mhz or faster speed processor |
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56K or faster modem |
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Internet Explorer 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0, or NetScape 6.2.x and 7.0 |
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Campus SacLink account (required for WebCT access) |
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Word processing skills |
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Online class participation on the Web assignments and electronic discussions. |
Computer Skills
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Comfortable using the computer and browsing the Web |
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Familiarity with SacLink |
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Word processing skills & Windows environment skills |
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Individual participation on the Web assignments |
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Participation in electronic discussions, using WebCT |
Other Technologies
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Audio cassette tapes: 1 90-minute cassette |
Successful Student
Characteristics
Discipline to complete homework by deadlines; motivation to read, write,speak and participate fully in class activities; and time to devote approximately 12 hours a week to a 4-unit course.
Instructor
Professor Suter's Web page and e-mail suterla@csus.edu
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