Overview
This language module is designed for you If you have completed Beginners’ Italian 1 or have some basic knowledge of the language (e.g. you know how to order food and drinks, ask and tell the time, book a hotel room, etc.). No previous knowledge of the language is required. Through a variety of methods, you will have the chance to further develop your basic competence in all language skills and your understanding of basic Italian grammar. At the end of this 12 week-module, students will have reached an A1+ proficiency level in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and will be able to carry out very simple everyday tasks in the language. At the end of this course you will be able to carry out simple tasks in Italian, understand and use simple expressions and phrases needed in a day-to-day context, interact and participate effectively in basic conversations. You will have a good understanding of aspects of life and culture of Italian-speaking countries and the intercultural skills necessary for your language proficiency level. They will be able to interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help. They will have a basic understanding of significant aspects of life and culture of the country and intercultural skills necessary for their language proficiency level.
Syllabus
Week 1
- Introduction to module
- Getting to know each other.
Week 2
- Lezione 6: In giro per l’Italia
- Describing places;
- Asking and giving directions;
Week 3
- Lezione 6: in giro per l’Italia
- Enquiring about public transport;
- How to talk about closing and opening times.
Week 4
- Lezione 7: Andiamo in vacanza
- Recounting your last holiday;
- Describing the past.
Week 5
- Lezione 7: Andiamo in vacanza
- Talking about weather;
- Weather vocabulary.
Week 6
- Lezione 8: Sapori d’Italia
- Shopping for food;
- Describing personal shopping habits.
Week 7
- Lezione 8: Sapori d’Italia
- Describing shops;
- Talking about typical Italian food;
- Exchanging recipes.
Week 8
- Lezione 9: Vita quotidiana
- Describing your daily routine and habits;
- Time and frequency expressions.
Week 9
- Lezione: Vita quotidiana
- Talking about Italian public holidays;
- Expressing wishes (Tanti auguri! Buon Natale!).
Week 10
- Lezione 10: La famiglia
- Talking about family;
- Describing photos.
Week 11
- Lezione 10: La famiglia
- Talking about wedding;
- Recap.
Week 12: Written and speaking tests will take place this week. Completing the assessment is required for students taking the course as part of their degree. For all other students, taking the tests is also strongly recommended, as a measure of your progress and learning.
Textbook details:
Ziglio, Luciana and Rizzo, Giovanna, Nuovo Espresso 1. Libro dello studente e esercizi, Firenze: Alma Edizioni. Please note. There are three different versions of the textbook: · Book only ISBN: 9788861823181
· Book + multimedia DVD ISBN: 9788861823174 · Book + interactive e-book (with audio, video course, video-grammar and interactive exercises with auto corrections) ISBN: 9788861826724 The version with the book only is recommended for use.
Aprox. Price: 30£ We recommend our students to buy their textbooks from Blackwell’s on campus. They have a price match policy and you can pre-order over the phone with them and pick the book when you are on campus.
Study Hours
The total number of study hours for this module is 150 hours, in line with undergraduate university modules. This includes class meetings, assessment preparation and self-directed study in line with guidance from the course lecturer.
If you are studying on the extracurricular mode, we recognise that the total number of hours that you may be able to study every week may depend on your availability and previous experience studying languages, however, expected contribution to classes, homework completion, and learning outcomes will not vary.
Please note that the ‘last date available to book’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure enrol as soon as possible. Registrations will not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm.
Course Lecturer: Valeria Denegri
My name is Valeria. I am from a city in North Italy, called Imperia. I moved to the UK when I finished my degree in Modern Languages 4 years ago. I studied at the University of Genoa, 1h30mins from Imperia. I am very passionate about everything Italian, I like music and reading, and I am a bit of a chatterbox
Fees for language courses are £180/£90.
Please note that the ‘last date available to book’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure enrol as soon as possible. Registrations will not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm.
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