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School of Literature, Languages and Linguistics · ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences
This course builds on basic knowledge and skills acquired in Introductory Italian Studies I. It is designed to broaden the knowledge and skills required to use Italian in a variety of contexts. The methodology employed adopts a critical and intercultural perspective and integrates a communicative approach, aiming to develop all language skills, with linguistic reflection. Use is made of different media and authentic texts, in addition to the prescribed course materials. Class time is divided between interactive language work, linguistic and cultural reflection, and computer aided language learning.
In-class tests (60 and 80 minutes)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Continuous assessment (online) (30-50 answers each)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Oral assessment (10-15 minutes)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Pre-class, in-class, and post-class activities
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
130 hours of total student learning time made up from: a) 48 hours of contact over 12 weeks: 4 hours of class time per week, and b) 82 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
Gruppo Italiaidea, New Italian Espresso (beginner and pre-intermediate, Italian course for English speakers), Textbook with CD and Workbook, Firenze: Alma Edizioni, Updated Edition, 2021.