This course offers a focused exploration of key issues impacting the Francophone world in recent history through the present day. Using case studies and a variety of authentic materials, students will gain understanding through research, discussion, analysis, class activities, and projects. An inquiry model will provide structure as students work to identify the background context, challenges, solutions/opportunities, and impacts of each key issue.

Special Topics in French is structured as a learner-centered and collaborative course. Within the key topic areas, students will have the opportunity to choose sub-topics and countries/regions of interest for more in-depth investigation.