Thème et Version

FRE4810.01
Course System Home Terms Spring 2025 Thème et Version

Course Description

Summary

In this course we will focus on translating from French into English as well as from English into French. We will work on developing a mindfulness about language use as well as a comparative eye focused on English and French’s stylistic and structural preferences. Grammar and lexical development will also be on offer and will highlight points where the two languages converge and diverge. Thematically, we will examine questions surrounding translating race/class and gender as we focus on translation as a form of cultural mediation. Introduction to translating film through subtitles and, if time permits, an introduction to interpretation. Workshops will allow us to share our work and develop new strategies. Advanced level.

Prerequisites

Advanced level French proficiency as assessed by the instructor. Contact Stephen Shapiro: sshapiro@bennington.edu.

Please contact the faculty member : sshapiro@bennington.edu

Corequisites

Pariticipation in CSL language series and attendance at French table (1 session)

Instructor

  • Stephen Shapiro

Day and Time

Academic Term

Spring 2025

Credits

4

Course Level

4000

Maximum Enrollment

16