Simon Fraser University
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Course Outlines

Spring 2026 - FREN 102 OL01

Elementary French II (3)

Class Number: 4770

Delivery Method: Online

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Online

  • Prerequisites:

    FREN 101, FREN 120, or FREN 121 or consult with a French advisor.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Elementary French II is a carefully sequenced and highly interactive presentation of French language and culture in a media-rich course environment. To successfully take this course, students should be motivated with a sincere desire to learn about French language and francophone cultures, and be comfortable with computer technologies. This course continues on where FREN 101 left off to develop new pathways. Students with credit for FREN 122 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.

COURSE DETAILS:

In this asynchronous online course, you will learn French through authentic materials, which will increase your motivation and enhance your language skills. A variety of listening and speaking activities, based on videos, songs, and films, will showcase how French speakers live and communicate naturally in everyday situations across various Francophone countries. Interactive learning will motivate you to become an active participant in the learning process and a member of your virtual classroom. Throughout the semester, you will develop intercultural skills that connect Francophone cultures with the French language. Each week, students can attend tutorial sessions via Zoom to ask questions and practice further with their instructor.

Speaking French adds value to Majors in business and finance, applied sciences, health sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Knowledge of the French language can help you find a job more easily in Canada and in many other countries around the world.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Recognition of language in a video dialogue.
Explicit learning of grammar and pronunciation.
Written and spoken production of variations on that language.
Using the language learned to understand new texts, sounds or videos.
Using the language learned in creative production (conversation or writing).

Grading

  • Lesson Quizzes 30%
  • Oral Exams 20%
  • Online Homework 50%

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

FREN 102 will use MindTap for Jansma/Kassen/Denié-Higney's Atelier, Instant Access, 2nd edition. All information is in Canvas.

MindTap is an online learning platform which contains the full eTextbook, study tools like flashcards, and assignments to help you learn anytime, anywhere.

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

 

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

To learn more about the academic disciplinary process and relevant academic supports, visit: 


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.