Our French courses are designed to provide students with basic language patterns and practical vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on developing conversational skills that will be especially useful in business or travel.
Our French courses are designed to provide students with basic language patterns and practical vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on developing conversational skills that will be especially useful in business or travel. All levels of the program include some attention to reading and writing, and highlight interesting aspects of the French culture.
Classes meet either Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:45-7:15 p.m. or 7:30-9 p.m. The schedule for each session takes into consideration placement test results, teacher assignments, and classroom availability.
Beginning-level students (I-IV)
Are taught the essential conversational skills used in everyday situations (restaurants, offices, stores, etc.).
Intermediate-level students (V and VI)
Learn additional language patterns and vocabulary that will enable them to discuss more abstract ideas.
Advanced-level students (VII and above)
Develop more sophisticated vocabulary and have ample opportunity to practice complex structures. They discuss newspaper and magazine articles and literary selections in class.
Students at all levels should plan on at least one and one-half hours of homework per class.
The Rice University Foreign Language Program provides an opportunity for students to learn a new language in small group classes taught by experienced instructors. Classes in eight foreign languages are offered in four sessions each year.
French classes are offered by San Jose Learning Center. French classes are designed for students who have very little to no experience with the French language.
French courses are taught by professioanal teachers who will help you to develop competency in the four key learning areas: speaking, reading, writing, and listening.
Whether you want to learn a new language for an upcoming vacation, business, or just want to diversify your qualifications, our foreign languages programs can help you reach these goals.
In the United States, French is the fourth most used language throughout the country (spoken by about 10 million American citizens). It is the second most taught, after Spanish.
Research has demonstrated the cognitive benefits of bilingualism. If you don’t already speak a second language, learning French will give your brain a boost.
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