2 Semesters / 1 Credit
In this course students will begin to develop reading and listening skills in French, and learn to speak and write the language to communicate in everyday situations. Students will learn the basic structures of French, along with key vocabulary to meet and greet people and to talk about themselves and others. This course will also bring awareness of the cultural diversity of France and other French-speaking countries. By the end of the course, students will be able to introduce and identify themselves, greet others, count in French, use adjectives, understand grammar agreement in French and speak about everyday actions. Students successfully completing this course can expect to move from Beginner to Novice-Low on the ACTFL proficiency scale.