ATS1222 · Italian introductory 2

Overview

In this unit you will consolidate and extend your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills at level A1/A2 of the European language framework. You will also examine modern and contemporary Italy, through a focus on key economic, political, and cultural transformations. You will explore fields such as literature, cinema and TV, music, and new media among other topics.

Areas of study: European languages (Italian studies)

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. interact in simple discussions and talk about aspects of daily life;
2. utilise your knowledge of all areas of Italian grammar, with some fluency in speaking, listening, reading and writing;
3. critically analyse specific issues connected to national identity and gender in contemporary Italy;
4. research, evaluate and utilise digital resources and social-media texts about Italian history, culture and society.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.