French I
Learn the “Universal Language of Culture” and a preferred tongue for devotees of cinema, drama, music and haute cuisine. Gain basic conversational skills and essential grammar. French I is for those new to the French language or those with prior French studies looking for a review of the basics.
Work one-on-one with an instructor, mapping together a customized schedule that fits your needs (usually 8-12 weeks per course). Use Vista Higher Learning’s online website, the SupersitePlus, a website companion to the textbook containing audio, video, auto-graded activities, tutorials, assessment and pronunciation guides. Record your voice, listen to native speakers, complete homework and learn French through this online course.
Required textbook:
“Promenades,” Third Edition
Live online or in-person (Used for French I-V)
ISBN: 978-1-68005-023-3
Price: $246
On-demand online (Used for French I-V Online)
ISBN: 978-1-68005-025-7
Price: $276 (Includes SupersitePlus & WebSAM for interactive online activities)
Do not purchase materials from other stores. Passcodes for VHL’s online resources are required and are only available through Vista Higher Learning: vistahigherlearning.com/schools/wiscconted/
Instructors

Ramona Washington, B.A., M.B.A
Ramona Washington is a study abroad coordinator in the UWM Center for International Education. Ramona advises students interested in studying in France, Japan, Jordan, Israel, Italy, Morocco, South Korea, and Thailand. She also works with students who participate in non-UWM ... read more
Prerequisites
This course is for beginning French speakers. There is no prerequisite.
Notes
This is a noncredit enrichment program. Progress and courses completed are marked by Continuing Education Units. CEUs are not transferable to college or university transcripts.
Date: Open enrollment – Register anytime
Delivery Method: On-Demand Online
Platform: Other
Instructor: Becky Murphy
Fee: $350
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
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OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 2
Program Number: 7781-14812
Note: Dates on your registration invoice will reflect FY 2023, however you will be contacted by your instructor within 1-3 business days to arrange your custom schedule.
Date: 6 Tue, Sept 12-Oct 17, 2023
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Ramona Washington B.A., M.B.A
Fee:
$179 by Aug 29, 2023
$199 after Aug 29, 2023
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
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Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, Aug 29, 2023 and receive $20 off. |
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 20
Program Number: 7781-15272
Registration Deadline: Sept 11, 2023