Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2020 - ITAL 101 D100

Introductory Italian II (3)

Class Number: 1226

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 8, 2020: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    ITAL 100.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

This course continues the work of ITAL 100. Considerable emphasis will be placed on oral and reading facility as well as basic writing skills.

COURSE DETAILS:

In this course you will keep studying the grammar and expand your vocabulary while discover the rich and ancient Italian culture the Arts, the culinary traditions, the literary richness, the cutting-edge technologies, design and products.

ITAL 101 continues the work of ITAL 100. It provides practice in basic conversation, reading and writing. Elements of grammar, syntax, vocabulary and idiomatic expressions as well as aspects of Italian customs and culture will be presented in the context of everyday dialogues and texts. More emphasis will be placed on individual oral and written expression.

Regular attendance and preparation for each day’s activities and group work is expected.

PLEASE NOTE: This course will be delivered using a combination of synchronous and asynchronous methods. There will be a weekly online class during the set time and date scheduled for the course. Students will also have additional course work to be done independently in their own time. 

Students are expected to be available for the set days and times scheduled for the course.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

  • To provide the students with the ability to formulate and comprehend simple, grammatically correct sentences both orally and in writing.
  • To allow students to develop vocabulary applicable to a variety of cultural context and everyday life.
  • To deepen students’ enjoyment of and appreciation for the Italian Culture and Language.

Grading

  • Compositions (X2) 20%
  • Assignments (6X5) 30%
  • Midterm 20%
  • Final Oral Exam 20%
  • Audio Compression Vocabulary test 10%
  • Attendance and active participation 10%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Italiano / Marchegiani , “Percorsi”, Pearson , 3rd edition.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2020

Teaching at SFU in fall 2020 will be conducted primarily through remote methods. There will be in-person course components in a few exceptional cases where this is fundamental to the educational goals of the course. Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).