FREN0230B-S16
Introduction to Contemp France
Introduction to Contemporary France
In this interdisciplinary course we will examine the evolving social and political landscape of France in the 21st century. How is French society reconciling contemporary challenges with deeply entrenched institutions and values? How does everyday life reflect the evolution of long-term trends? How are immigration, growing inequalities, and membership in the European Union challenging French identity and the notion of “Frenchness”? We will focus our attention on demography and the family, the educational system, politics, and the French social model or welfare state. Emphasis will be on oral expression and the acquisition of specialized vocabulary. Sources will include articles from the French and American press, documents, and film. This course is recommended for all students planning to study in France. (FREN 0209 or 0210 or placement); open to first-semester first-year students with permission.)
In this interdisciplinary course we will examine the evolving social and political landscape of France in the 21st century. How is French society reconciling contemporary challenges with deeply entrenched institutions and values? How does everyday life reflect the evolution of long-term trends? How are immigration, growing inequalities, and membership in the European Union challenging French identity and the notion of “Frenchness”? We will focus our attention on demography and the family, the educational system, politics, and the French social model or welfare state. Emphasis will be on oral expression and the acquisition of specialized vocabulary. Sources will include articles from the French and American press, documents, and film. This course is recommended for all students planning to study in France. (FREN 0209 or 0210 or placement); open to first-semester first-year students with permission.)
- Term:
- Spring 2016
- Location:
- Le Chateau 110(CHT 110)
- Schedule:
- 11:00am-12:15pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Feb 15, 2016 to May 16, 2016)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- William Poulin-Deltour
- Subject:
- French
- Department:
- French
- Division:
- Languages
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- CW EUR LNG SOC
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- FREN0230A-S16 *
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 22481
- Subject Code:
- FREN
- Course Number:
- 0230
- Section Identifier:
- B