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FRE471

Culture And Civilization Of Member Countries Of The Francophone

  • Arts
  • 400 level
  • 2 credit units
  • 162 pages
  • 15 units

This course introduces students to the cultures and civilizations of member countries of the Francophonie. It explores the historical context of French expansion, imperialism, and colonization, examining their impact on Francophone nations. The course delves into the political, educational, social, and economic aspects of these countries, as well as their relationships with France and the Francophonie organization. Students will gain insights into the democratization processes and the roles of key figures in these nations.

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About this course

Difficulty
Intermediate
Study hours
195 hours
Maths
None
Content
Theoretical, case study
Practical work
No
How it is assessed
  • Assignments
  • Tutor marked assignments
  • Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of FRE471, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

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FRE471 · UNIT 1 LA FRANCE ET LE PROJET D’EXPANSION

La cause politique: les puissances européennes ont installé des comptoirs et des bases navales pour contrôler le commerce maritime et surveiller les régions lointaines. Les Etats européens se sont tâchés d’accroître leur prestige. Ceci à travers la mise en place de gouvernement impérial dans les territoires dominés.

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What you should be able to do

  1. Examine the historical context of French expansion and its impact on Francophone countries.
  2. Define Francophonie and trace its origins, objectives, and activities.
  3. Appraise the position of the French language in the world and identify regions where it is spoken.
  4. Analyze the political systems and democratization processes in Francophone countries.
  5. Evaluate the economic development and challenges faced by Francophone nations.
  6. Discuss the culture and civilization of various Francophone countries, including their landmarks and personalities.

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • Diplomat
  • International Relations Officer
  • Translator
  • French Language Teacher
  • Cultural Affairs Specialist
Where it is applied
  • Diplomacy
  • International Organizations
  • Education
  • Tourism
  • Cultural Exchange Programs

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • Module 3: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie (suite)

    Unit 9: Le Togo

    The complex political history of Togo, marked by coups and instability, requires careful attention to detail and understanding of power dynamics.

  • Module 4: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie (fin)

    Unit 11: La République Centrafricaine

    The intricate political landscape of the Central African Republic, characterized by ongoing conflicts and a history of authoritarian regimes, demands critical analysis and awareness of current events.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 42 hours in total. Yours will differ.

  1. Week 1Module 1: La France et le projet d'expansion

    • Unit 1: La France et le projet d'expansion · 3 hours

      Read about the definitions and origins of imperialism.. Examine the causes and spread of French imperialism.. Analyze the relationship between imperialism and colonization..

  2. Week 2Module 1: La France et le projet d'expansion

    • Unit 2: La langue française dans le monde · 3 hours

      Assess the position of the French language globally.. Identify regions where French is spoken and learned.. Explore tools and networks for French language dissemination..

  3. Week 3Module 1: La France et le projet d'expansion

    • Unit 3: La Francophonie : origine et définitions · 3 hours

      Define Francophonie and trace its origin.. Identify the founding fathers of Francophonie.. Discuss the historical context of the organization's formation..

  4. Week 4Module 1: La France et le projet d'expansion

    • Unit 4: La Francophonie : objectifs et pays · 3 hours

      Name and explain the objectives of Francophonie.. Mention Francophone countries and their capital cities.. Examine the activities and summits of the Francophonie..

  5. Week 5Module 2: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie

    • Unit 5: La République du Bénin · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and historical landmarks of Benin.. Trace the democratization process in Benin.. Examine the political and administrative divisions of Benin..

  6. Week 6Module 2: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie

    • Unit 6: Le Burkina Faso · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and historical landmarks of Burkina Faso.. Trace the political process in Burkina Faso.. Examine the climatic conditions and economy of Burkina Faso..

  7. Week 7Module 2: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie

    • Unit 7: La Côte d'Ivoire · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and historical landmarks of Côte d'Ivoire.. Trace the political process in Côte d'Ivoire.. Examine the administrative regions of Côte d'Ivoire..

  8. Week 8Module 3: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie (suite)

    • Unit 8: Le Sénégal · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and historical landmarks of Senegal.. Trace the political process in Senegal.. Examine the administrative divisions and languages of Senegal..

  9. Week 9Module 3: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie (suite)

    • Unit 9: Le Togo · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and historical landmarks of Togo.. Trace the political process in Togo.. Examine the climatic conditions and economy of Togo..

  10. Week 10Module 3: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie (suite)

    • Unit 10: Le Gabon · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and political personalities of Gabon.. Discuss the political evolution of Gabon.. Examine the means of transportation and economy of Gabon..

  11. Week 11Module 4: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie (fin)

    • Unit 11: La République Centrafricaine · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and political events of the Central African Republic.. Trace its independence from France and the era of Bokassa.. Discuss the economic activities of the Central African Republic..

  12. Week 12Module 4: Étude de quelques pays membres de la Francophonie (fin)

    • Unit 12: La Tunisie · 3 hours

      Study the landmass, population, and historical events of Tunisia.. Trace its independence from France and the Revolution of 2011.. Discuss Tunisia's activities in foreign policy and the Arab League..

  13. Week 13Module 5: Final Revision

    • Final Revision · 6 hours

      Review all units and TMAs.. Prepare for final examinations.. Complete any outstanding assignments..

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Create detailed timelines of French expansion and colonization, focusing on key events and figures from Units 1-4.
  • Develop comparative charts outlining the political systems, economies, and cultures of each Francophone country covered in Units 5-12.
  • Practice essay questions on the objectives of the Francophonie and its impact on member countries, referencing specific examples from course materials.
  • Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and Self-Assessment Exercises, paying close attention to feedback from your tutor.
  • Focus on understanding the historical context and key personalities of each Francophone country, as this will be essential for answering essay questions.

Questions students ask about this course

What is FRE471 about?

This course introduces students to the cultures and civilizations of member countries of the Francophonie. It explores the historical context of French expansion, imperialism, and colonization, examining their impact on Francophone nations. The course delves into the political, educational, social, and economic aspects of these countries, as well as their relationships with France and the Francophonie organization. Students will gain insights into the democratization processes and the roles of key figures in these nations.

How many units does FRE471 have?

FRE471, Culture And Civilization Of Member Countries Of The Francophone, has 15 units across 1 module, over 162 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is FRE471?

FRE471 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Arts.

Is FRE471 hard?

FRE471 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.

How long does FRE471 take to study?

About 195 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.

How is FRE471 assessed?

FRE471 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.

What can I do with FRE471?

Diplomat, International Relations Officer, Translator, French Language Teacher and Cultural Affairs Specialist.

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