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Nov 22, 2024
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Academic Bulletin 2023-2024 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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FRNCH 302 - Francophone Societies and Cultures
Credits: 4
A survey of Francophone societies and cultures with an emphasis on North Africa and West Africa. Topics relating to how societies deal with issues of modernization and globalization in their political, cultural, and socio-economic lives. Emphasis will be placed on the impact of significant historical events (for example, the transatlantic slave trade, colonization, the World Wars, the Algerian War) on the African continent and its inhabitants. Course materials include anthropological, sociological and historical documents, literary texts, and films. Recommended for students planning to study abroad in Morocco or Senegal. One additional oral practice session per week and/or attendance at French Table may be required.
Prerequisite: FRNCH 225 or permission of instructor.
Distribution Requirements: PD, IP.
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