Ah, the sounds of La Marseillaise played on the accordion, what could be more French? Welcome to the official site for the French courses I teach at UTA. The header says it all, French Is Fun! I trust your experience learning this language will be just that, fun, and even though it can and will prove challenging, the rewards, the knowledge, and the experiences you will gain during your study of French will be worth all the effort! Whether you are just beginning your formal study of French or if you are a seasoned veteran coming back for more, you will find several things on this site to assist you.

Verbs, prepositions, gerunds, direct objects, adjectives, adverbs, will the madness never end? Never fear! There are several links here to help you safely navigate the treacherous waters of French grammar. These links include an overall view of the language, a helpful link for verb conjugations in all tenses, and a special link to the French subjunctive which just happens to be a favorite of mine! There is also a link to help you improve your listening skills because, as we all know, French doesn’t sound like it looks!

In addition to grammar, there are links to cultural and reference sites. Need a dictionary? Just click on the appropriate link under the reference category and, voilà, you will have access to a French/English dictionary to answer those nagging vocabulary questions! If culture is your cup of tea, you can explore interesting facts about France, the French, and the French language. Every attempt has been made to make this a fun and friendly environment in which to pursue your study of French.

But what would a French site be without an opportunity to learn something about our French neighbors? Throughout her long history, France has influenced, and continues to influence, the world. Art, cooking, fashion, philosophy, engineering, architecture, etc. are but a few of the areas where France has left her mark. To gain a better understanding of this wonderful country and its rich heritage, click on the image of France. You will be amazed at what you will learn about France, her people, and her role in the past, the present, and, without doubt, the future.