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EXPERT / NY / SATURDAY 10-11-25

Level 7 | NYC In-person

Expert Culture & Société


Date
Thursday, Oct 09 - Thursday, Nov 06
Time
4:00pm - 5:30pm ET
Duration
10 Weeks

Teacher

Théo was born and raised in Bruxelles, Belgium. After studying law and living in Paris and London, he shifted his interests towards music. Théo joined Coucou in 2022. When not at Coucou, he enjoys traveling and reading, and is a big soccer fan. Théo is also well versed in French politics.

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In this module, we’ll delve into the vital role culture plays within French society. We’ll examine the concept of the “exception culturelle française” (French cultural exception), a policy aimed at safeguarding France’s artistic heritage by subsidizing local artists, promoting French cultural production, and limiting the influence of foreign cultural works. Through lively discussions, learners will explore how this concept reflects France’s deep sense of cultural pride and exceptionalism, a topic that continues to spark debate about national identity, globalization, and the balance between protecting local culture and embracing international influences.

 

Teachers will select content and materials based on their expertise and preferences while also consulting with students to align with their expectations. Conversation classes are designed to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas. Guided by the teacher, students are encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences. The goal is to create a relaxed and engaging atmosphere—the classes are not intended to feel like a lecture or formal academic lesson.

 

Here are some topics that might be covered in this module. They can be adjusted based on the interests of both the teacher and the students.

  • The role of culture within French society 
  • Fashion, art and gastronomy: the behemoths of French cultural export
  • How French cinema has carved its own lane 
  • French popular culture and traditions

This class will be taught exclusively in French.

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Monday Sep 08 - Sep 12
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You're Expert, if...

You only need an occasional review of advanced grammatical topics, and you mostly want to improve your conversation skills.

You’d like to work on your French slang and learn to master idiomatic expressions so you can truly sound like a native.

You would love to meet like-minded francophiles and learn more about French culture.

You can take this class repeatedly to keep your French alive and acquire new vocabulary: no one is ever “done” learning a language!