Fall 2026 - FREN 350 D100
Global View of Francophone Literatures in North Africa (3)
Class Number: 4806
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 9 – Dec 7, 2026: Fri, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Anas Atakora
aatakora@sfu.ca
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Prerequisites:
FREN 245.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Focuses on literature written in French across North Africa. The course work will include critical analysis of literary texts and exploration of topics such as identity, language, feminism, family, music, politics, exile, diaspora, religion and sport.
COURSE DETAILS:
FREN 350 – Aperçu global des littératures francophones d’Afrique du Nord est un cours d'introduction aux littératures francophones d'Afrique du Nord. Il se consacre à trois contenus principaux : analyse de textes littéraires, discussions sur les contextes sociopolitiques/historiques et étude de thèmes tels que l'identité, la langue, le féminisme, la famille, la musique, la politique, l'exil, la diaspora, la religion.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
- Comprendre le contexte sociopolitique et historique du français et ses littératures en Afrique du Nord
- Saisir les nuances, les influences linguistiques et la cartographie de l'Afrique du Nord francophone
- Découvrir de nouveaux auteurs, textes et horizons francophones
- Développer et appliquer des compétences en analyse de textes littéraires
- Améliorer l’expression écrite et la communication en français
Grading
REQUIREMENTS:
Class attendance is mandatory. Work done in class cannot be done at home. Work missed during the semester cannot be done after the last day of classes.
- 3 Ateliers de réflexion (en classe et en équipe) : 30%
- 2 Travaux personnels : 30%
- Projet final : 30%
- Présence/Activités en classe : 10%
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
TBA
REQUIRED READING:
TBA
RECOMMENDED READING:
Christiane Ndiaye, Introduction aux littératures francophones : Afrique · Caraïbe · Maghreb, Montréal, Presses de l’Université de Montréal, 2004 (Version numérique disponible sur le site de la bibliothèque de SFU. Le chapitre qui concerne ce cours est « Le Maghreb », pp. 197-267.)
Department Undergraduate Notes:
Registrar Notes:
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- SFU’s Academic Integrity Policy: S10-01 Policy
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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.