An introduction to important literary works from the medieval era to the French Revolution, taught in French, covering key writers, texts, and cultural evolution.
Anne Vila facilitated engaging discussions and was open to questions, though one student found her accent distracting. One reviewer noted that while readings were long, other homework was manageable, and another found the workload demanding but not overwhelming. Students appreciated her care for their success and found her understanding when they communicated outside conflicts.
French for Reading Knowledge offers intensive grammar and reading for students with little or no French experience, using texts from humanities, sciences, and social sciences.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2018: 3.97 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=15 letter grades); Spring 2022: 3.62 GPA, 82.4% A/AB (n=17 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.83 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades).