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Course Description

This course is designed for beginners in a French language class. Conversation topics cover introductions, the alphabet, numbers and dates. Main grammar points include gender of nouns, adjectives and articles, present tense of some regular and irregular verbs, and formal and informal forms of address.

Course Details

By completion of this course, successful students will be able to:

  • Introduce yourself and use greetings and farewells
  • Talk about your likes and dislikes
  • Talk about personalities, clothing, colours, and furniture
  • Make simple sentences in the present tense
  • Use prepositions of place
  • Ask and answer questions in the present tense

Notes

There is no formal assessment in this courses as it is not part of a certificate program. However, students can expect a number of assignments and quizzes which will help them and the instructor evaluate their progress in the course. Students will receive AT (attended) or NC (not completed) code on their transcript.  

 

If you have previous experience in French, you may contact our staff to discuss an appropriate starting level.

 

French is spoken in all classes, even at the beginner level.

 

Full time U of C students are eligible for a 25% discount on French courses. You must phone our office at 403-220-2866 to register with the discount. Valid for 2022-2023 academic year. 

 

 

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Section Schedule
Sep 20, 2023 to Dec 06, 2023
Type
Class
Days
W
Time
5:30PM to 8:00PM
Dates
Sep 20, 2023 to Dec 06, 2023
Type
Class
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Sep 23, 2023
Type
Class
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Oct 28, 2023
Type
Class
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Nov 25, 2023
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
40.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $349.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title:Vis-à-vis: Beginning French
Edition: 8 (2024)
Authors: Amon 
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Option 1 - Print package: Textbook* and 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266126239 
Option 2 - Digital package: 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266108655                 

Please note the course will use the new 8th (2024) textbook edition. 

Print and digital packages must be purchased through UCalgary Bookstore in order to get a 3-year access to Connect. Call (403) 220-5937 or visit www.calgarybookstore.ca.

*Please hold onto the print access card that is shrink-wrapped with the textbook as it contains the access coded needed for your course.*

 

Section Notes

This course will be delivered on Tuesday evenings and three Saturday mornings. Please see above for a detailed schedule.

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

 

Type
Class
Days
W, M
Time
6:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Sep 20, 2023 to Dec 04, 2023
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
40.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $349.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title:Vis-à-vis: Beginning French
Edition: 8 (2024)
Authors: Amon 
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Option 1 - Print package: Textbook* and 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266126239 
Option 2 - Digital package: 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266108655                 

Please note the course will use the new 8th (2024) textbook edition. 

Print and digital packages must be purchased through UCalgary Bookstore in order to get a 3-year access to Connect. Call (403) 220-5937 or visit www.calgarybookstore.ca.

*Please hold onto the print access card that is shrink-wrapped with the textbook as it contains the access coded needed for your course.*

 

Section Notes

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Note: No classes on October 9 and November 13, 2023.

Section Schedule
Sep 21, 2023 to Nov 27, 2023
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Th, M
Time
6:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Sep 21, 2023 to Nov 27, 2023
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
T
Time
6:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Oct 10, 2023
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
T
Time
6:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Nov 14, 2023
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
40.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $349.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title:Vis-à-vis: Beginning French
Edition: 8 (2024)
Authors: Amon 
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Option 1 - Print package: Textbook* and 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266126239 
Option 2 - Digital package: 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266108655                 

Please note the course will use the new 8th (2024) textbook edition. 

Print and digital packages must be purchased through UCalgary Bookstore in order to get a 3-year access to Connect. Call (403) 220-5937 or visit www.calgarybookstore.ca.

*Please hold onto the print access card that is shrink-wrapped with the textbook as it contains the access coded needed for your course.*

Section Notes

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Note: No classes on October 9 and Nov 13, 2023.

Classes scheduled on October 10 in lieu of Oct 9, 2023, and on November 14 in lieu of Nov 13, 2023.

Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Th, T
Time
6:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Oct 05, 2023 to Dec 12, 2023
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
40.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $349.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title:Vis-à-vis: Beginning French
Edition: 8 (2024)
Authors: Amon 
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Option 1 - Print package: Textbook* and 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266126239 
Option 2 - Digital package: 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN-13: 9781266108655                 

Please note the course will use the new 8th (2024) textbook edition. 

Print and digital packages must be purchased through UCalgary Bookstore in order to get a 3-year access to Connect. Call (403) 220-5937 or visit www.calgarybookstore.ca.

*Please hold onto the print access card that is shrink-wrapped with the textbook as it contains the access coded needed for your course.*

Section Notes

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Section Schedule
Jan 10, 2024 to Mar 27, 2024
Type
Class
Days
W
Time
6:30PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 10, 2024 to Mar 27, 2024
Type
Class
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jan 27, 2024
Type
Class
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Feb 24, 2024
Type
Class
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Mar 16, 2024
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
40.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $349.00
Reading List / Textbook

Required resource:

Title:Vis-à-vis: Beginning French
Edition: 7
Authors: Amon 
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Option 1 - Print package: Textbook* and 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN 9781264601271
Option 2 - Digital package: 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN 9781264594580

Print and digital packages must be purchased through UCalgary Bookstore in order to get a 3-year access to Connect. Call (403) 220-5937 or visit www.calgarybookstore.ca.

*Please hold onto the print access card that is shrink-wrapped with the textbook as it contains the access coded needed for your course.*

Section Notes

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

 

Type
Online Synchronous
Days
M, Th
Time
6:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Jan 15, 2024 to Mar 25, 2024
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
40.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $349.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title:Vis-à-vis: Beginning French
Edition: 7
Authors: Amon 
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Option 1 - Print package: Textbook* and 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN 9781264601271
Option 2 - Digital package: 3-year Connect access (with eBook), ISBN 9781264594580

Print and digital packages must be purchased through UCalgary Bookstore in order to get a 3-year access to Connect. Call (403) 220-5937 or visit www.calgarybookstore.ca.

*Please hold onto the print access card that is shrink-wrapped with the textbook as it contains the access coded needed for your course.*

Section Notes

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Note: No classes on February 19, 2024

 

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