Italian 3 upper: module 1

Questi corsi ti daranno la possibilitá di migliorare le tue capacitá di comprensione ed espressione scritta ed orale e sono basati sull' uso di materiale audiovisivo, lettura, discussione e pratica grammaticale. É necessario aver completato il livello 3 lower o equivalente. Il corso si basa sul libro Espresso 3 (Alma Edizioni).

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Key course information

Dates
22/09/11 - 08/12/11

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
12 weeks

Time
18:00 - 19:30

Fees
Full fee: £112
Senior fee: £112
Concession: £37

Venue
EC - European College

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Course code
LN314

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course aims to improve your oral and written fluency in Italian by reading and discussing extracts from newspaper articles and literary texts as well as watching TV programmes and listening to authentic audio materials. You will also revise/consolidate grammar in order to improve accuracy in the spoken and written language.

What topics will we cover?

Based on units 6 & 7 of Espresso 3 (Alma Edizioni)

Topics: contemporary family issues; festivals: traditions and attitudes

Grammar: the subjunctive mood; If-clauses; conditional tenses.

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

- describe, talk about, ask about family issues & festivals
- express opinions on newspapers articles & extracts from literary texts
- express wishes & preferences
- extract detailed information when listening to dialogues & interviews
- use the subjunctive mood with nonostante, sebbene, benche` & malgrado
- use If-clauses (subjunctive & conditional).

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

Stage 3: upper - This course is suitable for you if you have studied the Italian language for about 3/4 years or lived in the country. You should also have an interest in Italian culture. 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?

Textbook: Espresso 3 (Alma Edizioni) Units 6-7. Photocopies on some topics will be provided by the tutor. 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?

Italian 3 Upper: Module 2. Please enrol on the next module as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.

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
20/09/11 to 06/12/11	Tue	18:00 - 19:30	12 weeks	£126	£126	£126	LMN34	Finished	» Select
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