Course Description
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Course Name
Paris, a Capital in History
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Host University
Institut Catholique de Paris
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Location
Paris, France
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Area of Study
European Studies, French, History
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Language Level
High Beginning, Low Intermediate
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Contact Hours
126 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits9
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units14
Hours & Credits
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Overview
1 / General objectives of the course:
To acquire a basic vocabulary in history
Better understand France and its culture
Discover what makes up the collective memory of the French
Get to know Paris better and its history2 / Pedagogical approach of the teacher
The progress of the course follows the chronology.
Homework: vocabulary and lessons to learn, research on the internet
3 / Support provided by the teacher: a booklet is provided by the teacher (texts, maps, reports, films, tables, comic books ...). Two compulsory museum visits
4 / Summary bibliographical references From the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, DVD Scéren (2002) The Century of Revolutions 1789-1889, DVD Scéren (2009) Paris, a Capital in History, DVD Scéren (2005) The History of France in Comics , B. Heitz and D. Joly (2012) School textbooks
5 / Evaluation:
3 notes of knowledge checks in class. (75%)
Work at home (25%)
The controls focus on historical knowledge and course-specific vocabulary.
Attendance at table checks is required to obtain the certificate.
6 / Attendance, punctuality MAXIMUM NUMBER OF ABSENCES: TWO
Beyond, neither the Attendance Certificate nor the Certificate of Achievement can be awarded.
Repeated delays are considered absences.
Any absence must be justified.
It is up to you to inquire (with a friend) about the work done and the tasks you have requested.
PROVISIONAL TIMETABLE
Day Theme
1. Lutèce
2. Medieval Paris
3. The Renaissance and the Wars of Religion
4. Control of knowledge n ° 1 Louis XIV and Paris
5. Walk in ancient Paris and visit the crypt of Notre-Dame
6. The French Revolution
7. Napoleon 1st
8. Historical walk in the center of Paris - The Commune
Control of Knowledge No. 2 The First World War and the Roaring Twenties
11. public holiday
12. The Second World War and occupation
13. Visit of the Museum of General Leclerc-Museum of the Liberation of Paris
14. Knowledge Check n ° 3 May 68
Achievements of the Presidents of the Fifth Republic
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.