FRN 111.03 Syllabus FALL 2020 PDF

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DEPARTMENT OF EUROPEAN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND CULTURES FRN 111 - Online Syllabus Important Note: Every effort will be made to avoid changing the course schedule but the possibility exists that unforeseen events will make syllabus changes necessary. It is your responsibility to check Blackboard for corrections or updates to the syllabus. Any changes will be clearly noted in course announcements or through email.

Part 1: Course Information Course Title: Elementary French I Course Catalog # & Section: FRN 111-03 Credit Hours: 4 - in conjunction with FRN 111-R03 General Education Designation(s): DEC: S3 ; SBC:

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Instructor Name: Madeline Turan Instructor Contact Information: OFFICE: HUM 2125 (limited access) Email: [email protected] Phone: 631-632-7440; Office Hours: ONLINE – via Zoom – by appointment Monday & Wednesday: 1-4; T & Th: before class

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to spoken and written French, stressing pronunciation, speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. FRN 111 is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of the language OR who have not studied the language for a prolonged period of time. A student who has had two or more years of French in high school (or who has otherwise acquired an equivalent proficiency) may not take FRN 111 without written permission from the supervisor of the course. May not be taken for credit in addition to FRN 101. COURSE PRE/CO-REQUISITES There are no pre/co-requisites for this course Required Course Textbook and Materials:

Course #/Semester/Year

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Horizons – Cengage publishing; students may order the Ebook Access to Mindtap website for some assignments Blackboard Google Classroom, Google Drive, and Google Docs Access to Quizlet, Flipgrid, and other online programs Library resources - online Writing Center if available Career Center if available Others (see link http://stonybrook.edu/aadvising/tut.html)

SBU E-Learning Statement : You will be required to have access to the Internet. You are responsible for having a reliable computer and Internet connection throughout the course. You will need to have access to, and be able to use the following software packages:  A web browser (for instance, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Internet Explorer)  Adobe Acrobat Reader  Adobe Flash Player  Voicethread  Microsoft Office, Software Support, the above software, and more is available for free at https://it.stonybrook.edu/services/catalog/category/software  A complete list of supported browsers and operating systems can be found on the Blackboard website  The Division of Information Technology is available to provide technical support with issues relating to the course software and user accounts only. If you are having problems with your home computer or Internet Service Provider, you are responsible for finding a solution.

Recommended Readings/Bibliography: These will be listed at the end of the syllabus by TOPIC/MODULE (for Recitations)

Course Delivery Mode and Structure: This is a SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE course, delivered in the Blackboard learning management system (LMS) and the Google Suite. Students must be mindful of all course expectations, deliverables and due dates. All Recitation assignments and interactions will utilize Internet technologies. See “Technical Requirements” section for more information. In Blackboard and in the Google Classroom, you will access online lessons, course materials, and resources. Learning Modules will cover various topics found on the FRN 111-02 and FRN 111-03 Class Syllabi. Recitation Modules will be found under the corresponding FRN 111 Modules section in purple. Module deadlines will be published on each Module folder and they will be both synchronous and asynchronous as indicated.

How We Will Communicate: Course-related questions should be directed to me in our ZOOM class meetings or via the email listed at the top of this syllabus. Please indicate your class in the Subject area (e.g. FRN 11102). If you use Blackboard’s Email Tool, it will automatically include your full name, course name and section when you send me an email. I strive to respond to your emails as soon as possible, but please allow between 24-48 hours for a reply. Your Stony Brook University email must be used for all University related communications. You must have an active Stony Brook University e-mail account and access to the Internet. All instructor correspondence will be sent to your SBU e-mail account. Please plan on checking your SBU email account regularly for course related

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Course #/Semester/Year messages. To log in to Stony Brook Google Mail, go to http://www.stonybrook.edu/mycloud and sign in with your NetID and password I have also created a Discussion Board site where you can post specific grammar or vocabulary questions so that everyone can see the results as often questions are held by more than one person. I will respond to these directly on the Discussion Board site.

Technical Requirements: This course uses Blackboard and GOOGLE for the facilitation of communications between faculty and students, submission of assignments, and posting of grades. The Blackboard course site can be accessed at https://blackboard.stonybrook.edu If you are unsure of your NetID, visit https://it.stonybrook.edu/help/kb/finding-your-netid-and-password for more information. You are responsible for having a reliable computer and Internet connection throughout the term. Caution! You will be at a disadvantage if you attempt to complete all coursework on a smart phone or tablet. It may not be possible to submit the files required for your homework assignments. The following list details a minimum recommended computer set-up and the software packages you will need to have access to, and be able to use:  PC with Windows 8 or higher (we recommend a 3-year Warranty)  Macintosh with OS 10.11 or higher (we recommend a 3-year Warranty)  Intel Core i5 or higher  250 GB Hard Drive  8 GB RAM  Latest version of Chrome, Firefox or Explorer; Mac users may use Chrome, Firefox or Safari. (A complete list of supported browsers and operating systems can be found on the My Institution page when you log in to Blackboard.)  High speed internet connection  Printer  Word processing software (Microsoft Word, Pages, etc.)  Speakers (either internal or external) or headphones  CAMERA RECOMMENDED  Ability to download and install free software applications and plug-ins (note: you must have administrator access to install applications and plug-ins).  Adobe Flash player with the latest update is crucial for playing multiple videos throughout the course 

Technical Assistance:

If you need technical assistance at any time during the course or to report a problem with Blackboard you can:  Phone:  (631) 632-9800 (client support, wifi, software and hardware)  Submit a help request ticket: https://it.stonybrook.edu/services/itsm  Visit the Walk-Up Tech Support Station in the Educational Communications Center building

Part 2: Course Learning Objectives and Assessments Learning Objectives and Activities: Stony Brook University

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the end of this course, you will be able to : Greet and take leave of strangers and acquaintances using appropriate social devices Identify self and familiars Spell and identify the spelling of words Use numbers to specify age, address, etc. Express personal interests and pastimes and indicate basic necessities for participation in them Give and request personal information from others Identify personal physical and personality characteristics Describe the school environment Discuss the elements of house and apartment living Describe a home and identify key elements of furnishings Compare/contrast housing in L1 and L2 Use appropriate L2 conventions on the phone and in other forms of communication Identify the buildings in a town/city and discuss their purposes Compare/contrast the composition of L2 towns and cities with those of L1 Follow basic directions in oral and written forms Discuss the similarities and differences between L1 and L2 educational systems Make plans for activities and holiday celebrations including L2 appropriate behavior Interpret schedules Use appropriate vocabulary and mannerisms related to food and meal-taking Discuss weather and activities related to various seasons and weather conditions Identify countries and cultures outside the L1 range Create itineraries for travel and short trips Compare/contrast typical means of transportation between L1 and L2 cultures Discuss human relationships on all levels Compare social practices between L1 and L2 cultures Discuss household responsibilities Present personal opinions about abstract concepts Give basic advice about a variety of situations …at a Novice Low to Novice Mid level of proficiency

How to Succeed in this Course: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Complete assignments in a timely manner so that adequate attention can be given to them Daily practice and review (even for a 5 minute period) will aid in the retention of material GET INVOLVED in the online Zoom sessions Use your camera so that I can get to know you – this is much harder in a Zoom setting. It is essential to attend the ZOOM classes in order to best prepare for the individual assignments and the Recitation modules. Much of the work for the RECITATIONS will be done asynchronously Refer to BLACKBOARD for relevant PowerPoints, textbook correlations, and the like. CHECK BLACKBOARD FOR ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Course #/Semester/Year

Part 3A: Course Schedule for TOPICS

DATES Week 1

TOPICS

8/25; 8/27

Introduction to course and materials; Greetings, Farewells, General introductory expressions Formal/Informal Address

Weeks 2 & 3 9/3; 9/5

Spelling; Classroom Vocabulary and commands; descriptions of people and things; Numbers, dates

Week 3 9/10;9/12

(Same as above)

Week 4 9/17;9/19

Family and home Friends

Weeks 5 & 6 9/24;9/26

Personal preferences and pastimes; Interests

Week 6 10/1;10/3

(same as above)

Weeks 7 & 8 10/8; 10/10

Daily routine School Health/body (same as above)

Week 8 10/15; 10/17 Week 9 10/22; 10/24

Seasons and holidays; weather

Week 10 10/29; 10/31

Town and Neighborhood; transportation

Week 11 11/5; 11/7

Travel

Week 12 11/12; 11/14

Food and restaurants; social interactions

Week 13 11/19; 11/21

Food and restaurants; social interactions

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Course #/Semester/Year 11/27 – 12/1 Weeks 14 & 15 12/3; 12/5

VACANCES - JOUR DE GRACE FINAL INTERVIEWS

Part 3B: Course Schedule for Recitations only ***subject to changes***

Module # DATES MODULE PRÉLIMINAIRE ******* LE FRANÇAIS DANS LE MONDE

Module Outcomes and Learning Objectives Met AT THE END OF THIS MODULE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:

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MODULE 1: MON MONDE PERSONNEL

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MODULE 2 ****** Le climat

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B.

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Assignments, Activities,

DUE DATE

identify areas in the world where French is spoken identify what a second language can do for you in the future Discuss the new information that you have learned from reading the documents

See Bb and Google Classroom

9/10/ 2020

recognize the aspects of your personality that make you the person that you are compare your experiences with those of others from differing backgrounds see how your personal situation colors your views of certain issues compare your family makeup with that of others

See Bb and Google Classroom

10/8/ 2020

See Bb and Google Classroom

12/1/ 2020

Discuss the elements of the climactic crisis investigate ways in which problems can be remedied Identify

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Course #/Semester/Year

D.

environmental problems Suggest solutions to the problems in the environment

Part 4: Grading, Attendance, and Late Work Policies Assessment & Grading: Viewing Grades on GOOGLE CLASSROOM: Your assignments will be graded and evaluated on Google Classroom. This will be the forum for the day-to-day work that we do. These will be assimilated into the groups in the Grading Breakdown below. THE MAIN EXCEPTION TO THIS WILL BE YOUR RECITATIONS WHICH WILL BE LISTED ON BLACKBOARD Viewing Grades on Blackboard: The SUMMARY Categories for which you will be graded WILL BE LISTED ON Blackboard at the end of the semester. You will have an opportunity to view your final grade BEFORE it is posted to Solar to eliminate any issues, or miscommunications.

GRADING BREAKDOWN: In this course, you will be assessed on the following: Class participation and attendance (at Zoom meetings) – 20%; Oral and Written Assignments (Devoirs, Flipgrid, Mindtap, etc) – 30% Recitations (the modules will be combined to form one grade) – 25% Formal Assessments and Evaluations (Quizzes, oral/written projects, Final Interview) – 25% A:

94-100

A-: 90-93 (Superior work)

B+: 88-89

B: 84-87

B-:80-83 (good work)

C+: 78-79

C:74-77

C-: 70-73 (satisfactory)

D: 65-69 (minimum passing) F: below 65

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Course #/Semester/Year

Attendance and Late Work Policy: Attendance in this online course is accrued through your timely participation in discussions and completion of assignments. Failure to participate in required course activities will impact your final grade. Late Work Policy: I will accept late work but be aware that since many of these activities are interactive your lack of participation will negatively affect you and may affect your classmates. Late work is only accepted in cases where I have been notified in advance (if possible). Please attempt to budget your time wisely.

Part 5: Course and University Policies Disability Support Services (DSS) Statement: If you have a physical, psychological, medical or learning disability that may impact your course work, please contact Disability Support Services, ECC (Educational Communications Center) Building, Room 128, (631)632-6748. They will determine with you what accommodations, if any, are necessary and appropriate. All information and documentation is confidential. PLEASE SHARE WITH ME any learning issues that you may have so that I can best make accommodations for you. I will keep them confidential and will also keep my accommodations confidential as well.

Academic Integrity Statement: Each student must pursue his or her academic goals honestly and be personally accountable for all submitted work. Representing another person's work as your own is always wrong. Faculty are required to report any suspected instances of academic dishonesty to the Academic Judiciary. Letter Grade

GPA/Points

Performance

A

4.0

Excellent Work

A-

3.7

Nearly Excellent Work

B+

3.3

Very Good Work

B

3.0

Good Work

B-

2.7

Mostly Good Work

C+

2.3

Above Average Work

C

2.0

Average Work

C-

1.7

Mostly Average Work

D+

1.3

Below Average Work

D

1.0

Poor Work

F

0.0

Failing Work

Faculty in the Health Sciences Center (School of Health Technology & Management, Nursing, Social Welfare, Dental Medicine) and School of Medicine are required to follow their schoolspecific procedures. For more comprehensive information on academic integrity, including categories of academic dishonesty please refer to the academic judiciary website at http://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/academic_integrity/index.html Important Note: Any form of academic dishonesty, including cheating and plagiarism, will be reported to the Academic Judiciary.

Critical Incident Management: Stony Brook University expects students to respect the rights, privileges, and property of other

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Course #/Semester/Year people. Faculty are required to report to the Office of University Community Standards any disruptive behavior that interrupts their ability to teach, compromises the safety of the learning environment, or inhibits students' ability to learn. Faculty in the HSC Schools and the School of Medicine are required to follow their school-specific procedures. Further information about most academic matters can be found in the Undergraduate Bulletin, the Undergraduate Class Schedule, and the Faculty-Employee Handbook.

Understand When You May Drop This Course: It is the student’s responsibility to understand when they need to consider dis-enrolling from a course. Refer to the Stony Brook Academic Schedule for dates and deadlines for registration: http://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/registrar/calendars/academic_calendars

Incomplete Policy: Under emergency/special circumstances, students may petition for an incomplete grade. Circumstances must be documented and significant enough to merit an Incomplete. If you need to request an incomplete for this course, contact me for approval as far in advance as possible.

Course Materials and Copyright Statement: Course material accessed from Blackboard, SB Connect, SB Capture or a Stony Brook Course website is for the exclusive use of students who are currently enrolled in the course. Content from these systems cannot be reused or distributed without written permission of the instructor and/or the copyright holder. Duplication of materials protected by copyright, without permission of the copyright holder is a violation of the Federal copyright law, as well as a violation of Stony Brook's Academic Integrity.

Online Communication Guidelines and Learning Resources: Maintain Professional Conduct Both in the Classroom and Online: The classroom is a professional environment where academic debate and learning take place. I will make every effort to make this environment safe for you to share your opinions, ideas, and beliefs. In return, you are expected to respect the opinions, ideas, and beliefs of other students—both in the faceto-face Zoom classroom and in online communication. Students have the right and privilege to learn in the class, free from harassment and disruption. The course follows the standards set in the Student Code of Conduct, and students are subject to disciplinary action for violation of that code. If your behavior does not follow the course etiquette standards stated below, the grade you receive for a posting may suffer. I reserve the right to remove any discussion messages that display inappropriate language or content. Online Post Etiquette: ● Offensive language or rudeness will not be tolerated. Discuss ideas, not the person. ● Avoid cluttering your messages with excessive emphasis (stars, arrows, exclamations). ● If you are responding to a message, include the relevant part of the original message in your reply, or make sure to refer to the original's cont...