UMBR ITLN 201 - Intermediate Italian I

Institution:

Arcadia University

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Description:

This intermediate Italian language course (equivalent to a third semester course) is designed particularly to help students improve their communicative skills. The course begins with a grammatical review to reinforce and build upon the grammatical elements introduced in the first year of study. Thereafter the course places emphasis on developing students' ability to speak the language. Students often work in pairs and follow examples of native speakers presented in audio and visual materials. Group work continues outside the classroom where various assignments require students to interact with local Italians. Students will read and analyze a variety of authentic texts that focus on popular, non-specialist topics as a way to develop their skills in reading and writing and to develop a more nuanced understanding of the Italian culture. In-class activities, such as games, role-playing, and presentations, help students to expand their vocabulary and acquire socio-linguistic competence. This communicative approach also allows students to refine their use and understanding of grammatical structures, including: uso dell'imperfetto, del passato prossimo e del trapassato prossimo; pronomi diretti, indiretti e combinati; particelle NE e CI; accordo dei pronomi con il participio; gradi dell'aggettivo: comparativo e superlative; il futuro semplice e composto; verbi impersonali; imperativo diretto, indiretto e con i pronomi; il condizionale presente e passato; il congiuntivo presente e passato; cenni sul periodo ipotetico. (Perugia, Italy, http://www.arcadia.edu/abroad/itUmbraInstitute)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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