Italian Beginners Level 3

This course is suitable for students who have already studied Italian for two terms. The course will be based on communicative methods and active participation from all students will be strongly encouraged. A variety of activities will be used including role-plays, watching films, group work, games and listening to CDs. Students will also learn some basic grammar so that they can begin to manipulate the language. There will be regular homework to consolidate what has been learnt in class. The language will be taught in the context of the cultural and social aspects of Italy, with an initial emphasis on everyday situations such as ordering a meal at the restaurant or asking for directions. By the end of the 10 week course you will have covered the following topics: our holidays, our family, daily life and Italian traditions. You will have also covered the following grammar: the past tense, possessive pronouns, the reflexive verbs.