The evaluation of Utah State University's distance education course in French as a second language consists of two separate reports, one of the instructional materials used and the other based on a later site visit. Evaluation of instructional materials focuses on a commercially available textbook and related student workbook and audio tapes, an enhanced syllabus, lecture-based audiotapes, and computer programs. Methods included review of the materials, analysis of project records and reports, and a telephone survey of eight students registered in the class. Evaluation methodology is detailed in an introductory section. Results of the evaluation are then summarized separately for each of the evaluation components. It is concluded that overall, the course provides effective, well-organized instruction. Specific recommendations for improvement are offered. A list of references, the telephone survey instrument, and names of students involved in the evaluation are appended. The site visit report consists of results of face-to-face interviews with program coordinators and students and observations of participating students at two sites. Results indicate significant differences between the sites in retention and student involvement, possibly due in part to communication problems. Recommendations for improvement are made. The two interview instruments used are appended. Contains three references. (MSE)