Elementary Italian (101-1-20)

Instructors

Daniele Biffanti

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-331: Mon, Wed, Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM
Online: TBA

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 first 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. Students with some experience in Italian may take the online placement test to place out of any or all of the first-year sequence.

Please note that Tuesday classes will meet asynchronously.

Learning Objectives

1st 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 assignments, final exam.

Class Materials (Suggested)

New Italian Espresso Textbook, beginner & pre-intermediate, Alma Edizioni, Ean: 9788861827240;

New Italian Espresso Workbook, beginner & pre-intermediate, Alma Edizioni, Ean: 9788861827301 e-book

Class Attributes

Hybrid: Remote component and in-person mtgs