This course focuses on the development of speaking and listening skills in
French.  Students will learn to carry out a number of communicative tasks,
such as asking for information, expressing opinions, giving advice, etc.,
while discussing a variety of topics, such as personal history, every day
activities, personal interests, and current events.  Other goals include
helping students recognize and use appropriate registers and styles of spoken
French.  The course also aims to foster an understanding of France and French
society and some awareness of issues in other French-speaking countries and
regions.  Materials will include film excerpts and news broadcasts, audio
samples of radio programs, and songs.  Each of the sections meets daily,
Monday through Friday; thus, daily participation is required.  The course
grade is based on the following: class participation, oral presentations and
debates, a midterm oral presentation project, gradually graded listening
comprehension exercises, and a final examination in an interview format.
There will also be non-graded exercises in pronunciation.  Prerequisite: F250
or the equivalent.