To build on existing language skills focusing on all four areas of language competence;

To encourage students to explore aspects of contemporary Italian culture and to reflect on some key Italian social trends through the medium of Italian;

To provide students with a sound understanding of the more complex structures of Italian grammar;

To develop students' language learning strategy use and reflective approach towards language learning.

(LO1) Consolidate and apply listening, reading, writing and speaking skills in the target language.

(LO2) Reach a good knowledge and understanding of written and spoken Italian in a variety of contexts, registers and styles.

(LO3) Communicate accurately in spoken and written Italian.

(LO4) Critically reflect on and effectively apply language learning strategies.

(LO5) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the cultural and linguistic context of the country of the target language.

(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) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness

(S5) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice

Teaching Method 1 - Seminar
Description: The module is taught through two weekly classes and one language laboratory session. Consistent use of the target language, individual research, the personal contribution of students and a collaborative approach are key elements of the module. The module is intensive and students are expected to attend and take active part in all sessions and to hand in regular directed work. It is essential to follow up classes with further extensive reading and listening activities using the range of supporting multimedia facilities located either in the Language Lounge or in the Sydney Jones Library. Contemporary Italian life and culture are explored through a variety of journalistic and literary texts, films and documentaries. To foster a reflective and independent approach to learning students are encouraged to compile a personal learning diary in preparation for project work.
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial
Descr iption: Tutorials are periodically arranged to discuss performance and to provide support where necessary. Introductory notes to the module include information and guidance on semester programme, weekly schedule, workload and assessment.
Attendance Recorded: No
Notes: Tutorials will take place in week 7 (tutorial week)

Selected topics will provides the focus for all language work. It is normally expected that three weeks will be spent on each topic and students' preferences will be taken into account. Tutorials will take place in tutorial week.