Second Language course, ELC also assists international students in their transition into the American education system through instruction on critical thinking, reading, writing, academic discussions, and culture. The course is structured to build students’ skills as they advance through each level of the program. ELC meets the requirements for a World Language for Cambridge International Students. Students are required to complete the equivalent of 10 credits to satisfy the Notre Dame graduation requirement.
work-shop style course will provide students with the opportunity to practice and expand the journalism skills learned in Journalism 1. Students study such topics as in-depth reporting, column and review writing, and broadcast journalism. They learn the concepts of layout and design as they produce their own digital publication. conduct interviews, research, write, and design their own publications. The course emphasizes skills such as critical thinking, writing, technological awareness, organization and communication, that will contribute to every student being a more well‐rounded member of a literacy‐infused global society. Prerequisite: successful completion of Journalism 1.
4110 French 1 5 Credits 80 Minutes, 1 Semester This course will acquaint the student with the basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing French. Understanding the cultures and history of the French-speaking people, acquiring vocabulary and constant exposure to the language in the classroom are integral parts of this course. A placement test for the level 2 course in the language is recommended if a student has prior knowledge of French. (NCAA)
3650 Public Speaking 1 2.5 Credits 40 Minutes, 1 Semester This class is designed to help students develop the skills necessary for confident, independent public speaking. Students learn the rudiments of effective speech, articulation, projection, rhythm, pace, expression, and posture. (NCAA) 3655 Public Speaking 2 (10, 11, 12) 2.5 Credits 40 Minutes, 1 Semester
4120 French 2 5 Credits 80 Minutes, 1 Semester
This class is designed to be a more intense study of public speaking by focusing on speech analysis, preparation, delivery style and listening skills Prerequisite: Public Speaking 1. (NCAA)
Students in French 2 will develop greater fluency in speaking through listening, reading, discussion, and writing. An appreciation for the culture and history of France and other French-speaking countries will be further developed through stories, films, and other authentic audiovisual materials. Prerequisite: French 1 / A placement test is required for a Freshman to go directly into French 2. (NCAA)
WORLD LANGUAGE 4090/4095 English Language and Culture (ELC) 2.5 Credits 40 Minutes, 1 Semester This class is designed for international students who need assistance on their road to English fluency and success at Notre Dame. While primarily an English as a
4135 Honors French 3 5 Credits 80 Minutes, 1 Semester 28
