Survey of French Literature

Course Details

Course Number: 3233  Section Number: 01

Spring 2011

Location: Prothro-Yeager Hall

Classroom Number: py 204

Days & Times:

Tu/Th 12:30-1:50

Course Attachments

Textbooks

Moments literaires, 2nd editionLe Colonel Chabert  ISBN: 978-1-58977-064-5

L'Etranger  ISBN: 9782070360024
MSU Faculty Member
Dr. Stuart Allan McClintock   
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Course Objectives

This course introduces you to the major movements in French literature and works by representative authors from these movements. This semester covers the period from the French Revolution in 1789 to today. The background of each period will be studied first. We will then study the biographies of important writers within each period and examples of their works. We will be studying prose, drama, and poetry. Along with the study of periods, writers, and their works, you will learn literary terminology appropriate to each form of writing. The terminology is found starting on page 231 of your text.


Course Expectations

Required Texts: Moments littéraires, Hirsch and Thompson, current edition; A French-English or a Larousse French dictionary; Le Colonel Chabert, European Masterpieces, Stuart McClintock, editor; L’Etranger, Albert Camus, Folio edition .

The course will be conducted in French. You will have two three-to-five page essays during the semester. The first deals with poetry, and the second is the written version of your oral presentation. There will be quizzes and/or tests on the background from each period and on the biographies of the authors. Finally, you will answer questions at the end of each work studied and at the end of each period studied. Always be prepared to discuss your written answers orally.


Grading Standards

 

Quizzes                                             20%    

First Essay                                       10%

 Oral Presentation/2nd Essay      20%    

Written work                                     10%

 Tests                                                20%    

Final Exam                                       20%


Final Exam5/12/2011  10:30-12:30

Submission Format PolicyNote: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

none stated


Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance is mandatory. Although it is not a component of your grade, you may be dropped from the course or your grade may be lowered for excessive absence. Excessive absence is defined as more than three unexcused absences. Make-up work is permitted if you have a valid reason for being absent from class.


Other Policies

 

Help create and maintain MSU as a tobacco-free campus.

Please turn off and put away cell phones, etc., during class.


Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.