Foreign language french studies in Coe college

Professors are interested in educating the whole student, not merely to teach material within a narrow range of knowledge. Coe offers innovative courses designed to further language acquisition and important critical skills with an emphasis on cultural studies. Developing a greater intercultural understanding is the focus of studying foreign languages at Coe.Faculty is encouraging and supportive --- we know students do their best work with high standards and full confidence in their abilities.Close community of faculty and students.Emphasis on practical, hands-on approach to language learning---we want students be understand and be able to function as soon as they begin their first course.We don't forget that one of the major goals of learning a second language is the sheer pleasure of discovery and learning something completely new.Each course is designed to focus on the myriad interactions between language, culture, and the arts.Class activities include improvisational theatre, masquerade balls, mini creative writing workshops, film fests, elegant soir es with impersonators of the rich and famous, song and dance, dramatic renderings of famous texts, storytelling, and anything else that makes languages alive for students.We provide as many immersion experiences on and off campus as possible.Individualized learning goals for each student.Great study abroad opportunities in France, Canada, Spain, Germany, Canada, Argentina, Switzerland and more,

"A grade of ""C"" (2.0) or higher must be earned in all courses counted toward a major in French & Francophone Studies. Students complete eight credits of 300- to 400-level courses in French. FRE-315 Oral and Written.Communication Skills (WE) is required. Up to three credits may be earned by successfully completing a study abroad program in France or a francophone country that is approved by the College and the department. Up to one credit may be earned from a list of approved courses taught in English. One credit from a course taught in French must be taken in the senior year. FRE-499 Exit Exam and Interview is required during the final term before graduation. "

Translation/Interpretation.Teaching.Tutoring.Educational Administration Including: Student Affairs. StudyAbroad Programs. International Houses or Cultural Centers. International Student Services. Linguistics.Civil Service.Social Work.Mission Work.

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