This course is for students with no previous study of French. It emphasizes the development of practical communication skills through a variety of lively and interactive activities. By the end of the course, students should be able to talk about themselves, their immediate world, and their interests. The course also introduces students to the culture of France and other French-speaking countries and regions. According to University regulations, this course may not be taken for credit by students who have taken three years of high school French or passed the Regents examination within the past five years. Language courses must be taken in sequence. A student may not earn graduation credit for a lower-level course taken concurrently with a higher-level course or after receiving credit for a higher-level course in the sequence. (A FRE 101 > A FRE 102 > A FRE 221Y > A FRE 222Y, must be taken in this order). Cannot be taken by French native speakers. Students must complete an evaluation form on the first day of classes. Students needing advisement should contact the French Program Director.