What is the course about?
On this course you will consolidate the basic structures of Italian and also extend your knowledge by working on more complex grammatical structures and functions. You will develop the four linguistic skills with particular emphasis on spoken/conversational language.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
Based on units 3 & 4 of Nuovo Espresso 3 (Alma Edizioni)
Topics: express doubts; complaining; description of objects; communication via e-mail and telephone; contemporary literature.
Grammar: revision of the subjunctive; the past and imperfect subjunctives; reported speech.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
-describe objects (shape, material, colour, use etc.)
-express doubts using the subjunctive
-comment on the language and the imagery of advertising
-make a verbal/written complaint
-communicate via telephone, text, e-mail etc.
-be familiar with the imperfect subjunctive
-demonstrate knowledge of the different uses of direct/indirect speech.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Stage 3 course - You should have studied Italian for at least 3 years recently, and completed Italian 3 Lower: Module 1, or have an equivalent knowledge of the language.
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 respond to simple instructions and read course documents in English and be at ease with the use of number 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?
Nuovo Espresso 3 (Alma Edizioni). Please try: The Italian Bookshop - www.italianbookshop.co.uk (020 7240 1634).
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Italian 3 Lower: Module 3. Please enrol as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.
