Descriptive Grammar, French - level 1 3200-L2-GOBF1
The course familiarizes students with basic notions in descriptive grammar of French language (with strong emphasis on functional, syntax
and morphological approach). Main part of the course is the review of basic features of French language grammar system, including: (i)
main parts of speech and word croups connected with them; (ii) basic sentence patterns; (iii) discursive functions of basic types of main
sentences; (iv) grammatical, semantic and pragmatical aspects associated with main sentence and clauses; (v) grammatical aims used for
distribution of information within and outside of a sentence. The subject of the course's first part covers GN, GV topics, as well as
introduction to descriptive apparatus of the sentence.
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Type of course
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Prerequisites (description)
Learning outcomes
The student will:
K1_W01, has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the complex structure of language as a system.
K1_W02, has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the psycholinguistic, biological, cultural, and linguistic aspects of language use.
K1_W05, has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the main developments and contemporary research trends in linguistics, as well as the main research centers in linguistics.
K1_W08, has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the role of language in communication between people and cultures.
K1_K01, recognizes the importance of the latest knowledge in the field and critically evaluates received content.
K1_K02, is ready to adequately identify and resolve problems in interlingual and intercultural communication.
K1_U09, is able to independently acquire knowledge in the field of linguistics and evaluate the usefulness of learned methods, practices, and procedures in one's own professional activity. K1_U10 is ready to independently plan and implement his/her own education, utilizing foreign language skills.
K1_K01 recognizes the importance of the latest knowledge in the field and critically evaluates the content received.
K1_K02 is ready to adequately identify and resolve problems in interlingual and intercultural communication.
K1_K03 is ready to consistently and actively participate in cultural life using traditional and modern forms and media.
Assessment criteria
- exam
- two unacknowledged absences
Bibliography
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2. R. ELUERD, Grammaire descriptive de la langue française, Arman Colin, 2012.
3. M. GREVISSE, Le bon usage, 12ème éd. refondue par A. Goosse, éd. Duculot, Paris, 1986.
4. M. RIEGEL, J.-C. PELLAT, R. RIOUL, Grammaire méthodique du français, P.U.F., Paris, 1994, et collection « Quadrige », 2001.
5. R.L. WAGNER, J. PINCHON, Grammaire du français classique et moderne, Hachette, Paris, 1962.
6. H. WEINRICH, Grammaire textuelle du français, Didier Hatier, 1989.