Modern Languages and Cultures
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title PROFICIENT ITALIAN 11, YEAR 3
Code ITAL311
Coordinator Dr M Paoli
Modern Languages and Cultures
M.Paoli@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2021-22 Level 6 FHEQ First Semester 15

Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements):
ITAL278 ADVANCED ITALIAN 7+8 

Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite:
 

Co-requisite modules:
 

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours   31

 1

     2

 34
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 117
TOTAL HOURS 151

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Exam: Essay and translation There is a reassessment opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply.  2 hours    40       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Topic based oral presentation. There is a reassessment opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply.  12 - 15 minutes    30       
Coursework There is a reassessment opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply.  words    30       

Aims

Develop advanced linguistic competence to deal with a wide range of linguistic, intercultural and professional contexts confidently;

Acquire an advanced ability to discuss topics of Italian interest orally and in writing;

Acquire an advanced ability to translate into Italian and English in a variety of modes.

Extend and deepen knowledge of aspects of Italian culture.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Ability to communicate in both spoken and written Italian with near-native fluency

(LO2) Understanding of the necessary linguistic and cultural tools to deal with realistic and complex situations of the world of work

(LO3) Ability to operate as an effective inter-cultural communicator

(LO4) Attainment of a sophisticated level of linguistic and cultural awareness

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - presentation skills – oral

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - presentation skills - written

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - listening skills

(S4) Critical thinking and problem solving - critical analysis

(S5) Working in groups and teams - group action planning

(S6) Global citizenship - cultural awareness

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Seminar:
One hour of AV translation, one hour of translation into Italian and one hour of topic-based discussion. The translation work will include analysis of published translations in order to deepen the students’ critical evaluation of translated texts. The topic-based discussions, focused on the reading and analysis of a contemporary Italian novel, will form the basis for oral and written production. The choice of topics will give students the opportunity to investigate aspects of Italian culture and society. The students will be able to pursue specific personal interests and to present their findings in an oral presentation.

Weekly hours of oral-aural practice, of translation and of topic-based discussion and written practice.

Tutorial:
Individual 15 minute tutorials are available in week seven to receive feedback and discuss learning strategies.

Syllabus
 

The topics explored will vary and will include developments in Italian culture and society. The discussion may be based on the reading of an Italian novel or collection of short-stories as well as the media. Examples of topics include:

University and the world of work;

Immigration and Italian society;

Italian politics;

Equality and diversity;

Italian culture and subcultures: forms of identity.

Recommended Texts
Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.