Course - French grammar and phonology 2 - FRA1220
French grammar and phonology 2
About
About the course
Course content
The course covers central theoretical aspects of French grammar, such as the temporal system and more complex sentence structures (e.g. interrogative sentences, subordinate clauses, negation). Contrastive aspects between Norwegian and French are important. Students work on both theoretical and practical aspects of grammar individually and in groups.
Furthermore, the course covers central aspects of French phonology, such as liaison, schwa, rhythmic groups and prosody. Students practice transcriptions. The main focus is on pronunciation over word boundaries and sentence prosody.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course:
- know syntactic terminology
- can explain core differences in the use of tense in Norwegian and French
- can discuss central aspects of the semantics of tense in French
- can give a basic description of the French phonetic system
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course:
- can use syntactic terminology in descriptions of complex sentence structures
- are proficient in the central rules of pronunciation relating to the sentence
General competence
Candidates who have passed this course:
- have a basic understanding of differences between languages
- can utilize their knowledge to support further language learning
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and group sessions taught in French. Oral and written proficiency training. Students are expected to actively participate in seminars, group sessions and presentations.
75% mandatory attendance (in lectures and seminars)
The absence limit is intended to cover normal sick leave and similar situations.
Therefore, you will not be granted valid absence from teaching based on a medical certificate, even if the absence is due to circumstances beyond your control.
In special cases, agreements for exemption can be made with the course coordinator, preferably at the start of the semester.
Compulsory assignments
- 75 % attendance in all teaching activities
- 1 group presentation in grammar
- 2 assignments in grammar
- 2 assignments in phonology
Approved obligatory assignments are valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester). All obligatory assignments must be completed in the same semester.
For students following the programme in Language Studies with Teacher Education, at least one of the obligatory assignments must have a didactic focus.
Compulsory assignments
- 75 % attendance in all teaching activities
- 1 group presentation in grammar
- 2 assignments in grammar
- 2 assignments in phonology
Further on evaluation
- Written exam in grammar (4 hours). This exam counts for 70% of the final grade.
- Oral examination in phonology, ca. 20 minutes, with 20 minutes preparation time. This exam counts for 30% of the final grade.
Each of the exams are graded separately. Only the final grade will be listed on official diplomas and transcripts of records from NTNU.
Both the written exam and the oral examination must receive the grade E or better in order for the student to receive a passing grade. If a student fails one or both parts of the exam, they must retake both parts of the exam. If a student resits a passed exam, they must retake both parts of the exam.
The exam must be answered in French. Information about which dictionaries, if any, you are allowed to consult during the written exam will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
Completed basis courses in French from autumn semester.
Course materials
The reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| FRA1302 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
| FRAC1201 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
Subject areas
- French Language
- French
- French Linguistics