ITA 201
Intermediate Italian
(4 credits)
Class Size: 10-20
Faculty: Stefano Giannini, Associate Professor, Syracuse University
Administrative Contact: Kennia Delafe, Assistant Director, Project Advance
Course Catalog Description
Continuing proficiency-based course which refines and expands previously acquired linguistic skills in culturally authentic contexts. Activities are conducted in Italian. Students cannot enroll in ITA 201 after earning credit for ITA 202 or higher. Shared Competencies Civic and Global Responsibility; Communication Skills; Ethics, Integrity, and Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
Course Overview
ITA 201, Intermediate Italian, is a course designed to further develop, strengthen and refine the skills of students who have achieved the Novice High to Intermediate Low level of proficiency in the language. The course, which is conducted completely in Italian, offers students a full review of Italian grammar together with the development of speaking and writing skills, and a consistent exposure to Italian language and culture.
To achieve these goals, students engage in interactive oral activities, write weekly compositions, read and discuss a variety of authentic texts that include current events, cultural life, and literary selections. In addition, students will watch films, documentaries, and footage from Italian television, which they will write about and discuss. Grading in the course is based on the quality of work in these activities throughout the course as well as on oral and written examinations.
Pre- / Co-requisites
PREREQ: ITA 102 OR REQUIRED PLACEMENT EXAM SCORE
Course Objectives
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Laboratory
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Required Materials
Immagina: L’Italiano Senza Confini by Anne Cummings and Gloria Pastorino 3rd Edition, Vista Higher Learning
Immagina Student Activities Manual (Vista Higher Learning)
Instructor Recommendations
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