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French Literatrure 101 Lesson Plan

This lesson plan introduces a course on French literature from the Middle Ages to the present. Over six lessons, students will learn about major literary genres and movements like medieval works, classical theater, romanticism, and postmodernism. They will read and analyze texts in historical context and develop critical thinking skills. Assessment includes class participation, homework assignments analyzing works, a midterm exam, and a final exam.

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French Literatrure 101 Lesson Plan

This lesson plan introduces a course on French literature from the Middle Ages to the present. Over six lessons, students will learn about major literary genres and movements like medieval works, classical theater, romanticism, and postmodernism. They will read and analyze texts in historical context and develop critical thinking skills. Assessment includes class participation, homework assignments analyzing works, a midterm exam, and a final exam.

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Lesson Plan: Introduction to French Literature

Course Overview: This course provides an introduction to French literature, from the Middle Ages
to the present day. Students will learn about different literary genres, styles, and movements, as
well as the historical, social, and cultural contexts that shaped French literature.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Identify major literary genres, styles, and movements in French literature.


2. Analyze literary texts in their historical, social, and cultural contexts.
3. Develop critical reading and writing skills in French literature.

Materials Needed:

• Textbook: A History of French Literature by David Coward.


• Selected literary texts (e.g., poems, short stories, novels) from different periods and genres
in French literature.
• Online resources, such as literary journals, websites, and databases.
• Handouts and worksheets for in-class activities and homework.

Lesson 1: Introduction to French Literature Objective: To introduce the course and its objectives,
and provide an overview of French literary history.

Activities:

• Introduce yourself and get to know your students.


• Explain the course objectives and syllabus, including grading policies, assignments, and
exams.
• Provide an overview of French literary history, from the Middle Ages to the present day.
• Discuss the characteristics of French literary genres, styles, and movements, such as
medieval literature, classical literature, romanticism, surrealism, existentialism, and
postmodernism.
• Assign homework: Read the introduction and first chapter of A History of French Literature.

Lesson 2: Medieval and Renaissance Literature Objective: To explore medieval and Renaissance
literature in France and its cultural and historical context.

Activities:

• Discuss the key themes, forms, and figures of medieval and Renaissance literature, such as
the chanson de geste, the troubadours, the fabliaux, and the Arthurian legends.
• Read and analyze selected texts, such as Le Roman de Renart or La Chanson de Roland, in
their historical and cultural context.
• Compare and contrast medieval and Renaissance literature in France with other European
literatures of the time.
• Assign homework: Read a medieval or Renaissance text in French and write a short analysis
of its themes and forms.

Lesson 3: Classical Literature Objective: To examine classical literature in France and its influence
on French culture and language.

Activities:

• Discuss the characteristics of classical literature in France, such as neoclassicism and the
Enlightenment.
• Read and analyze selected texts, such as Molière's Tartuffe or Racine's Phèdre, in their
historical and cultural context.
• Examine the legacy of classical literature in French culture, such as theater, opera, and
language.
• Assign homework: Watch a French play or opera based on a classical text and write a
review of its adaptation.

Lesson 4: Romanticism and Realism Objective: To explore romanticism and realism in French
literature and their social and cultural context.

Activities:

• Discuss the characteristics of romanticism and realism in France, such as the emphasis on
individualism, emotions, and social critique.
• Read and analyze selected texts, such as Hugo's Les Misérables or Flaubert's Madame
Bovary, in their historical and cultural context.
• Compare and contrast romanticism and realism in French literature and their impact on
French culture and society.
• Assign homework: Read a romantic or realist text in French and write a comparative
analysis of its style and themes.

Lesson 5: Modernism and Postmodernism Objective: To examine modernism and postmodernism


in French literature and their global and transnational dimensions.

Activities:

• Discuss the characteristics of modernism and postmodernism in France, such as the


fragmentation, irony, and reflexivity of the literary French scene.

• Read and analyze selected texts, such as Beckett's Waiting for Godot or Duras's The Lover,
in their historical, cultural, and global context.
• Examine the transnational and multicultural dimensions of French literature, such as
francophonie and postcolonialism.
• Assign homework: Read a modernist or postmodernist text in French and write a reflection
on its themes and style.

Lesson 6: Contemporary Literature and Future Directions Objective: To explore contemporary


French literature and its future directions in the globalized and digital age.

Activities:

• Discuss the characteristics of contemporary French literature, such as diversity, hybridity,


and intertextuality.
• Read and analyze selected texts, such as Le Clézio's The Interrogation or Houellebecq's The
Elementary Particles, in their contemporary and global context.
• Examine the challenges and opportunities of French literature in the digital and globalized
age, such as e-books, social media, and cultural exchange.
• Assign homework: Read a contemporary French text in French or in translation and write a
critical review of its themes and style.

Assessment:

• Class participation and attendance (20%)


• Homework assignments (30%)
• Midterm exam (20%)
• Final exam (30%)

Conclusion: This course provides an overview of French literature, from its medieval and
Renaissance origins to its contemporary and globalized expressions. Students will develop their
critical reading, writing, and thinking skills through the analysis of literary texts in their historical,
social, and cultural contexts. They will also gain an understanding of the cultural and linguistic
diversity of French literature and its influence on global culture and society.

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