Language Learning Goals

By the end of the course, students should be able to :

1. Express themselves, orally and in writing, in simple phrases and sentences concerning personal data and daily activities, schedules.
2. To understand short, formulaic and/or contextualized simple questions, statements, and phrases referring to personal information and their familiar environments, in both written and auditory form.
3. To demonstrate control of vocabulary covering a range of concrete topics.
4. To reveal conceptual awareness and partial control of basic and high frequency grammatical elements, such as the present tense articles, and adjectives
5. To show incipient awareness of common cultural features and contrasts.

Determination de la note final (final grade):

 Examens /Tests (3) – 20%                

 Examen final /Final exam – 20%                                        

 Interros /Quizzes (4) – 10%                                      

 Devoirs /Homework – 25%

 Participation – 20%

 Présentation /Presentation – 5%

 Total – 100%

Grade Definition	(GPA Index)
A+	97.5 – 100%	4.0
A	92.5 – 97.4%	4.0
A-	90.0 – 92.4%	3.7
B+	87.5 – 89.9%	3.3
B	82.5 – 87.4%	3.0
B-	80.0 – 82.4%	2.7
C+	77.5 – 79.9%	2.3
C	70.0 – 77.4%	2.0
D	60.0 – 69.9%	1.0
F	0.0 – 59.9%	0.0

Renseignements spécifiques

Les examens et les interros (Exams and quizzes)

Each of the regular examens will be gauged for 60 minutes in length with written, listening, and reading activities. The interros are shorter quizzes, generally involving written and listening exercises: they should require no more than 10-15 minutes each. 

The two-hour examen final will be cumulative in nature, reflecting the vocabulary, grammatical structures, reading and writing skills that have been the object of study during the semester.

Please note that the final exam is required of all students enrolled in this course. There are no exemptions from the final exam. The final exam schedule is established by Hunter College and it may not be adjusted or changed under and circumstances.

Les devoirs (Homework assignments)

Outside of class, students are expected to complete daily homework assignments, review material covered in class, and prepare for the next day’s class, which will include reading ahead in the textbook, daily study and oral practice.  Homework assignments of various kinds are an important component of this course. Any written homework assignments will be assigned a grade, varying according to the relative nature and scope of the assignment.

Another important element in your study of French will be arriving at a deeper understanding and appreciation of francophone culture in its immense diversity. Your textbook contains an array of readings about French-speaking peoples and places around the world. The material presented here will be augmented by information provided in class.  

Hunter College Policy Statements

Academic Integrity

It goes without saying that all the work you do this semester must be your own. Plagiarism or cheating is not tolerated in this course and if I suspect that a student has plagiarized or cheated, I will give you an F for that assignment and refer you to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action.

Hunter College regards acts of academic honesty (e.g. plagiarism, cheating on examinations, obtaining unfair advantage, and falsification of records and official documents) as serious offenses against the values of intellectual honesty. The College is committed to enforcing the CUNY Policy on Academic Integrity and will pursue cases of academic dishonesty according to the Hunter College Academic Integrity Procedures.

Course Accessibility

In compliance with the American Disability Act of 1990 (ADA) and with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Hunter College is committed to ensuring educational parity and accommodations for all students with documented disabilities and/or medical conditions. It is recommended that all students with documented disabilities (Emotional, Medical, Physical and/or Learning) consult the Office of Accessibility located in Room E1124 to secure necessary academic accommodations. For further information and assistance please call (212-772-4857)/TTY (212-650-3230).

Sexual Misconduct

In compliance with the CUNY Policy on Sexual Misconduct, Hunter College reaffirms the prohibition of any gender-based harassment, retaliation against students, employees, or visitors, as well as certain intimate relationships.

Students who have experiences any form of sexual violence on or off campus (including CUNY-sponsored trips and events) are entitled to the rights outlines in the Bill of Rights for Hunter College:

1. Sexual Violence : Students are strongly encouraged to immediately report the incident by calling 911, contacting NYPD Special Victims Division Hotline (646-610-7272) or their local police precinct, or contacting the College’s Public Safety Office (212) 772-4444.
2. All Other Forms of Sexual Misconduct : Students are encouraged to contact the College’s Title IX Campus Coordinator, Dean John Rose ([email protected] or 212-650-3262) or Colleen Barry ([email protected] or 212-772-4534) and seek complimentary services through the Counseling and Wellness Services Office, Hunter East 1123.

CUNY policy on Sexual Misconduct 

http//www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/la/Policy-on-Sexual-Misconduct-12-1-14-with-links.pdf