Elementary Italian (101-3-21)
Instructors
Daniele Biffanti
Meeting Info
Kresge Centennial Hall 2-325: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 2:00PM - 2:50PM
Overview of class
A beginning course in Italian language and culture, Elementary Italian is devoted to developing all four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) within the three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, presentational). While studying the language, students will be introduced to Italy and its people and they will gain both language and cultural competence. At the end of full-year Italian 101 sequence, students will be able to handle successfully a few uncomplicated communicative tasks, participate in simple conversations on topics related to personal information, personal preferences, daily activities, and immediate needs. This course is the third in a three-part sequence for beginning students of Italian. Classes are conducted entirely in Italian and are very lively, with lots of give-and-take among participants.
Registration Requirements
Italian 101-2 or equivalent proficiency as demonstrated by online placement exam & oral interview.
Learning Objectives
3rd quarter of Elementary Italian course sequence.
Teaching Method
Instruction in Italian, with group & small group exercises; speaking & writing; grammar exercises.
Evaluation Method
Quizzes, writing and oral assignments, listening & reading comprehension exercises, final exam.
Class Materials (Required)
New Italian Espresso Textbook, beginner & pre-intermediate, updated edition, Alma Edizioni, ISBN 9788861827240
New Italian Espresso Workbook, beginner & pre-intermediate, Updated edition, Alma Edizioni, ISBN e-book 9788861827301; ISBN hard copy 9788861827288
Class Attributes
Attendance at 1st class mandatory
Prerequisites apply, see description