Summer 2020 - ITAL 100 D100
Introductory Italian I (3)
Class Number: 1362
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
May 11 – Jun 22, 2020: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to provide the student with the means of acquiring basic spoken fluency and reading facility.
COURSE DETAILS:
Welcome to ITALIAN 100! BENVENUTI! This course is for you if you wish to learn a new language, to communicate in Italian with simple and useful sentences, fall in love with the Italian culture and language. You will learn “la bella lingua”, the beautiful language in a fun and interactive class atmosphere.
This course is for beginners and focuses on developing basic language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) in Italian. Elements of grammar, syntax, vocabulary and idiomatic expressions as well as aspects of Italian customs and culture will be taught in the context of everyday dialogues and texts. Accurate pronunciation and clear sentence patterns will be stressed. Students will be exposed to authentic Italian material from films, songs, websites, and will have the opportunity to practice their listening and speaking skills on a daily basis.
Regular attendance and preparation for each day’s activities and group work is expected.PLEASE NOTE: ITAL 100 is designed for students with no (or very little) previous knowledge of Italian. Students whose first language is Italian, or those who received their secondary education in an Italian-speaking community may not be admitted to this course. Students who have had some initial training in Italian should consult with an instructor regarding placement at the appropriate level.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
- To provide the students with the ability to speak Italian well enough to describe and ask/answer questions in the present and past tense about a variety of topics related to your family, daily activities, shopping, and eating.
- To allow students to develop vocabulary applicable to a variety of cultural context.
- To develop the capacity to write sentences and short paragraphs on familiar topics relating to personal interests and practical needs.
- To begin to develop an awareness and appreciation for Italian Culture and Language in a fun and joyful class environment.
Grading
- Composition #1 5%
- Composition #2 5%
- Assignments (X2) 14%
- Audio Vocabulary Quiz 5%
- Midterm 20%
- Skit 5%
- Final written exam 30%
- Final oral exam 10%
- Attendance & participation 6%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Italiano/Marchegiani, Percorsi: L'Italia attraverso la lingua e la cultura+MyItalianLab, Pearson, 3d edition.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
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TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2020
Please note that all teaching at SFU in summer term 2020 will be conducted through remote methods. Enrollment in this course 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.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) as soon as possible to ensure that they are eligible and that approved accommodations and services are implemented in a timely fashion.