Italian beginners at a gentle pace: module 1
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
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- Course Code: LN802
- Dates: 25/09/24 - 04/12/24
- Time: 18:30 - 20:15
- Taught: Wed, Evening
- Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
- Location: Online
- Tutor: Mariangela Pilloni
Course Code: LN802
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Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
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What is the course about?
The course aims to enable students to communicate in Italian in everyday situations.
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?
Greetings, introductions, personal information, asking about meaning and pronunciation of words, spelling, asking for repetition.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- introduce yourself, say hello and goodbye
- give and ask for basic information about yourself and others
- saying what job you do and asking others about theirs
- begin to attune your ears to the sound of spoken Italian.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No previous knowledge required; suitable for complete beginners.
For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level.
You will also need to be able to respond to simple instructions and explanations, as well as read course documents, in English. You will need to be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time, using the 24 hour clock, reading timetables). It would also be helpful if you had some knowledge of basic grammar terminology such as: a verb, a noun and conjugation.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
The tutor will advise you on the best course to continue your study of Italian.
