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Strengthen your foundational French skills by learning to form questions and use the imperative mood.
In this course, you鈥檒l review present tense conjugations of regular and key irregular verbs like 锚tre, avoir, faire and aller. Topics you’ll explore include personal identity, emotions, relationships and urban life. Grammar lessons will focus on reflexive verbs, descriptive adjectives and understanding the difference between il est and c鈥檈st. You鈥檒l also examine media influence while learning to differentiate past tenses pass茅 compos茅 and imparfait.
Required Textbook Package (Used for Intermediate French I-IV On-demand):
鈥淚maginez,鈥� 5th Edition
Choose the package that best fits your learning style:
- Electronic Textbook(vText)聽+ 18 month SupersitePlus & WebSAM digital access
ISBN: 978-1-54338-892-3 | Price: $177.99 - Physical textbook聽+ 18 month SupersitePlus & WebSAM digital access
ISBN: 978-1-54339-470-2 | Price: $243.59
Important: Do not purchase materials from other stores. Passcodes for VHL鈥檚 online resources are required and are only available through
This course can be applied to the following certificate:
French Language Certificate
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Recall key vocabulary related to relationships and personal identity
- Apply present and past tense forms (pass茅, compos茅) in basic conversations
- Describe people, places and routines in written and spoken French
- Compare cultural practices in Francophone Canada and France
- Construct simple dialogues using reflexive verbs and object pronouns
Prerequisites
French IV or equivalent experience
Course Format
This course is offered asynchronously on-demand online. It’s designed for busy adults who want structure and support, with the freedom to learn at when it’s most convenient.
You鈥檒l work independently online, with regular guidance and feedback from your instructor. Together, you鈥檒l create a personalized schedule with weekly due dates to help you stay on track. You can complete the course in as little as six weeks or take up to 16 weeks.
All of our on-demand language courses use VHLCentral.com (鈥檚 online learning platform), a powerful tool that brings language learning to life through:
- Interactive activities that reinforce what you鈥檝e learned
- Auto-graded homework with instant feedback
- Audio and video clips featuring native speakers
- Pronunciation tools that let you record and compare your voice
- Step-by-step tutorials to explain grammar and vocabulary
- Integrated assessments to track your progress
- Cultural readings and videos that bring the language to life
Throughout your course, you’ll receive expert guidance and personalized feedback from a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee French language instructor. This flexible format is ideal for motivated learners who want structure and expert support without the commitment of attending live classes.
Notes
This is a noncredit enrichment program. Progress and courses completed are marked by Continuing Education Units (CEUs). CEUs are not transferable to college or university transcripts.