Thinking of learning Italian but not yet sure you want to sign up to a full course? The Italian Film and Taster Day is a fun way to Immerse yourself in Italian by watching a film and experiencing an Italian beginners class surrounded by other students keen on Italian language and culture in a lively and stimulating environment.
By enrolling on this course, you will have registered for both the Italian film and the Italian tast...
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This short course offers youa chance to experience Italian language and culture in a relaxed and supportive setting. You will watch an Italian film and take part in a beginner-level language session with others who are also new to Italian, providing you with a fun preview of what it’s like to learn a new language in a group setting.
What will we cover?
We'll be watching Pane e tulipani (Bread and Tulips), a wonderful romantic comedy about a woman who seeks a new life for herself in Venice.
After the film you will be taking part in an Italian taster class for beginner learners covering greetings, personal information, and Italian culture.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Greet people
Share personal information with others
Gain an insight into the Italian language and culture
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The film will be shown with English subtitles and introduced in English by one of our Italian tutors.
The taster class is for beginner learners, so no previous knowledge is expected.
Please note this event is not intended for advanced students. For other film events please check our website.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The film will be introduced by one of our Italian tutors who will provide some cultural background as well as highlight any interesting points of note about the film.
The language taster class will focus on 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. No preparation is required.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no additional costs.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Progression guides will be available on the day of the event. If in doubt, please contact languages@citylit.ac.uk
We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.
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