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Dec 27, 2024
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2020-2021 University Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
French and Francophone Studies - B.A.
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French & Francophone Studies has three principal objectives: 1) to provide students an understanding and command of the linguistic structures of the French language, which will enable students to speak and write correctly and fluently in French whether on the job or for personal enrichment; 2) to foster in students curiosity, awareness and appreciation of the many francophone cultures in France and beyond so they will continue to explore these interests as lifelong learners; and 3) to instill in students empathy, commitment to the larger community and engagement in social justice, in addition to honing their logical reasoning and critical thinking skills through the study of French and Francophone civilization and culture. French & Francophone majors establish a foundation for careers in business, law, education, communications, government, and international outreach and diplomacy. They are also prepared for the rigors of graduate studies. The French & Francophone Studies division encourages students to participate in study abroad opportunities. Internships and community-based learning projects are available to interested students. Majors and minors receive support to sit for the DELF/DALF exam offered by the French Ministry of Education, and their scores serve as an internationally recognized assessment of their level of French language fluency.
Major Requirements:
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Required Courses:
Thirty semester hours beyond FREN 102 , including FREN 260 , FREN 261 , FREN 302 , plus one advanced literature course 300- level or above. Students must register for course intensification in order to count FREN 289 , FREN 290 , or FREN 295 toward the major. The intensification will consist of advanced grammar and writing instruction. A minimum of one-half the courses in the major field must be completed at Dominican. Students who study abroad and wish to have their courses count toward the French & Francophone major or minor must have prior written approval from the discipline director. Teacher Licensure: French grades K-12
Students who wish to teach French in kindergarten through 12th grades complete a major in French and complete the School of Education’s Teacher Education Program for K-12 licensure. Additional French Education Requirements : - Professional education courses including EDUC 404 - Instructional Strategies for Teaching Modern Foreign
- 100 hours of field experience
- Oral Proficiency Interview: students must score at the minimum of advanced low level
- State Required edTPA
- Clinical Practice (one full semester) split between an elementary and either a middle or a secondary school classroom
For more information about K-12 licensure, see the School of Education section of this bulletin. (NB: ISBE requirements updated as of Fall 2019) |
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