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Course Outlines

Summer 2021 - ITAL 100 D100

Introductory Italian I (3)

Class Number: 4136

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 12 – Jun 21, 2021: 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:

PLEASE NOTE: This course has some asynchronous work that students must complete in their own time. Students must attend the weekly tutorials that meet synchronously twice a week remotely during a set scheduled class time (Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 am to 12:20 pm), for which students are expected to be available. The remainder of the course work will be asynchronous. 

Welcome to ITALIAN 100! BENVENUTI! This course is just perfect for you if you wish to learn basic Italian language, being able to introduce yourself, having a basic conversation around yourself, your habits, family and food. You’ll learn la Bella Lingua (the Beautiful Language) in a fun and interactive online class atmosphere and fall in love with the Italian culture and language.

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 and will have the opportunity to practice their listening and speaking skills during the online meeting and during their asynchronous practice. Regular attendance and preparation for each meeting’s activities and group work is expected.

STUDENT SUITABILITY FOR THIS COURSE

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 the instructor regarding placement at the appropriate level. Please email the WLL Program Assistant for more information: wlladmin@sfu.ca

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 tense about a variety of topics related to your personal introduction and description, give and ask for information, express preferences, speak about your hobbies and habits, telling time, discuss about food.
  • To allow students to develop vocabulary applicable to a variety of cultural context and everyday life.
  • 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 engaging online class environment.

Grading

  • Assignment 5 X 4 20%
  • Composition 1 10%
  • Composition 2 10%
  • Written Test 14%
  • Audio/Comprehension/Vocabulary test 16 16%
  • Final Oral Exam: Online TBD 20%
  • Attendance Preparation and Participation 10%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Al Dente 1 Premium edition (access code to Blink learning platform
included)

Publisher: Casa delle Lingue

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

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 SUMMER 2021

Teaching at SFU in summer 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods, but we will continue to have in-person experiential activities for a selection of courses.  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).