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Publication Date: 1986
Pages: 11
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Teaching for Content: Greek Mythology in French.
Giauque, Gerald S.
An intermediate-level university French course in Greek mythology was developed to (1) improve student skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending French, (2) familiarize students with Greek mythology, and (3) prepare students to deal better with allusions to Greek mythology in French literature. The texts used are a French translation of Edith Hamilton's classic "Greek Mythology" and a grammar review text designed for American students. Students are encouraged to read the mythology text in both French and English and make comparisons. The course is not difficult for a teacher of French to teach, and its content is closely related to classical French culture. It also serves as an introduction to Greek culture, and the course has been used by some students for credit in the humanities rather than French. Students at this academic level are ready to undertake content-area material in French. Classroom activities consist of discussion of literary and linguistic aspects of the mythology text. Emphasis is placed on understanding both written and oral French. The course could be adapted to secondary school French instruction, especially for students with an ongoing interest in French studies. (MSE)
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Language: English
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