Italian 1 fast-track: module 1

Learn to speak Italian on this intensive programme. Taught in Italian, the emphasis is on developing your speaking and listening skills. Based on Espresso 1 (Alma Edizioni).

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Key course information

Dates
16/04/12 - 02/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £187
Senior fee: £187

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LN013

Availability
Available
(status updated every 15 mins)

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol. Please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some of the course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover this with you.

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course aims to help you achieve a basic understanding of Italian in order to be able to cope in everyday situations.

What topics will we cover?

Based on: Units 1-5 of Espresso 1 (Alma Edizioni - Italian version)

Topics: greetings; introductions; alphabet and spelling; numbers; the time; say how you are; food and drink; leisure activities; likes and dislikes; book a hotel room.

Grammar: the present tense; the formal and the informal way of addressing someone; questions.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

-greet people and introduce yourself
-exchange personal information (name, nationality, job)
-say how you are
-ask and tell the time
-order food at the restaurant
-talk about your spare time activities
-express likes and dislikes
-book a hotel room.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Fast track module 1 course:

no previous knowledge is required. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Espresso 1 (Alma Edizioni - Italian version). Please try: The Italian Bookshop - www.italianbookshop.co.uk (020 7240 1634).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

This is a standalone course designed for people who are going on holiday to Italy in the summer. However, if you wish to progress to Italian 2 lower in September you will need to enrol onto the Italian 1 module 3 summer course - course reference LBN06 - in July.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
16/04/12 to 02/07/12	Mon	18:00 - 21:00	10 weeks	£187	£187	N/A	LN013	Started	» Select
24/09/11 to 10/12/11	Sat	10:30 - 13:30	12 weeks	£225	£146	£76	LN012	Finished	» Select