Course Description
A continuation of Intermediate Italian. Emphasis on
strengthening the students' speaking, listening, reading, and
writing skills at the intermediate level. Conversation,
compositions, reading of texts, and grammar review.
Athena Title
Intermediate Italian
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in ITAL 2002, ITAL 2110
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online. Assignments,
discussions, and student works are managed online according to
the Guidelines for Online Teaching and Digital Literacy of the
Romance Languages Department.
Prerequisite
ITAL 2001 or ITAL 2001E or ITAL 2600
Semester Course Offered
Offered every year.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
- By the end of the semester, successful students will have attained the ACTFL “Intermediate Low” to “Intermediate Middle” levels in all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) through incremental learning of the Italian language.
- When the successful student speaks in Italian, they will be able to handle successfully a number of uncomplicated communication tasks by using the language creatively in straightforward social and transactional situations. They will be able to engage in concrete exchanges and predictable topics necessary for survival. Topics relate to basic personal information such as self and family, some daily activities, personal preferences, and interests; and some immediate needs, such as ordering food and making simple purchases, as well as physical and social needs, such as travel and lodging. They will be capable of asking a variety of questions to obtain information to meet basic needs, such as instructions, prices, and services.
- When the successful student writes in Italian, they will be able to meet some limited practical writing needs, as well as be able to write short, simple communications, compositions, and requests for information in loosely connected texts about personal preferences, daily routines, common events, and other personal topics. They will be able to create statements and formulate questions based on familiar material, and combine short, simple sentences by recombining learned vocabulary and structures using basic word order, present tense and past tenses, and conversational style.
- The successful student will be able to use some culturally appropriate vocabulary and expressions when participating in everyday interactions. They will be able to recognize that differences exist in cultural behaviors and perspectives and can conform in familiar situations. They will be able to reflect on some knowledge of cultural differences related to spoken communication. Through cultural explanations in the textbook and supplementary materials, students will be able to connect cultural concepts to their language learning. This approach encourages critical thinking while sparking their interest in Italian culture.
- Students engage in routine conversations in class - both free form and simulated - with peers. Students write compositions on relevant thematic topics that highlight the skills learned during the semester.
- The students’ language and cultural skills are assessed by oral and written tests, as well as by their daily in-class performance. By completing exercises and receiving feedback, they can reflect on mistakes and develop strategies to improve their work.
- Students will read a variety of authentic texts about relevant issues in Italian contemporary society.
- Students will study and discuss topics ranging from interpersonal relationships, school and work, food to historical regional differences and present societal challenges, and make connections with their own experiences and knowledge.
Topical Outline
- Review of principles of Italian grammar. Online conversation and discussions to develop speaking and listening skills. Readings from a variety of topical and literary sources which will provide students with information for online discussions
and compositions. Writing in Italian to expand knowledge of Italian lexicon and syntax and a broader understanding of Italian culture.
General Education Core
CORE IV: World Languages and Global Culture
Institutional Competencies Learning Outcomes
Social Awareness & Responsibility
The capacity to understand the interdependence of people, communities, and self in a global society.
