French 207 - Advanced French I: Language, Literature, & Culture

Advanced French I

Spring
2026
01
4.00
Marcus Dominick

TU/TH | 10:05 AM - 11:20 AM

Amherst College
FREN-207-01-2526S
mdominick@amherst.edu

Through classroom discussion and short papers, this course develops students’ abilities to express themselves and to interpret literary texts, films, and other cultural objects from the francophone world. With an emphasis on the promotion of writing skills through the assignment of short papers of increasing length, this course prepares students for the kind of analytical work required for upper-level courses. A review of more complex grammar points will complement the study of literary and cultural material. Highly recommended for students planning to study abroad. Conducted in French. 

Requisite: FREN 205, or completion of AP French, or four years of secondary school French in a strong program. Fall and Spring Semesters:  Professors Dominick.

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Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: Instruction in languages other than English; emphasis on written work; textual analysis; readings; oral presentations; group work; in-class quizzes and exams; some visual and aural analysis.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.