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French Culture and Society
French Language & Culture Program
French Alps: Grenoble, France
Dates: 9/2/19 - 12/21/19
French Culture and Society
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: Université Grenoble - Alpes
Location: French Alps: Grenoble, France
Primary Subject Area: Cultural Studies
Instruction in: French
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 200
Recommended Semester Credits: 1.5
Contact Hours: 22
DESCRIPTION
This course explores the French civilization and mentality throughout its history taking into consideration geography and culture. The goal of this course is to give students an understanding of French culture, the development of cultural understanding in France, as well as French language and French stereotypes. Some of the topics include: media, folklore, everyday living, foods, immigration, social problems, gender issues, education, the political system, and the regional differences found within France.