Italian Conversation Course: Intermediate/Advanced B2

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Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Join our intermediate/advanced Italian conversation course and practice confidently expressing yourself in a range of contexts. This course is particularly focused on Italy’s different regions, and the cities, arts, culture and history therein.

This course is designed for all students who have completed a B1 level of study (from the Common European Framework for Languages).

Each week we will discuss different regions of Italy, along with assigned pre-reading materials and (some) related grammar exercises. We will discuss the cities, art, culture, food, buildings and history of each of Italy’s regions. We may also discuss a contemporary topic of cultural interest that is relevant to a particular region, for example, politics, mafia, people and fun facts.

Aims

This course aims to develop your understanding of Italy’s culture and history by enhancing your language proficiency.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

• describe complex texts regarding history, arts and culture in general
• discuss the most important Italian cultural events
• express your opinion about politics and art
• demonstrate a deeper understanding of the country and its inhabitants
• confidently read regional menus and know what to order in restaurants.

Content

The course content is divided per Italian region. We will start with Abruzzo and work our way out through all 21 regions, finishing with Veneto. We will discuss the unique diversity of the Italian regions with all their beauty and bizarre histories.

Our focus when discussing each region will be:

• history
• arts and culture
• cultural events
• politics and art
• food
• the local inhabitants.

You will learn to confidently discuss and express your opinion on each of the topics above.

Every week you will receive the materials for the next class with instructions regarding the most important things to read or watch. All pre-reading is not compulsory.

Intended Audience

Intermediate/advanced students.

Prerequisites

Before enrolling, you should have completed a B1 level of study.

Delivery Style

Tutorial/workshop style.

Learning materials will be presented and discussed in an open classroom environment and small groups of 4 to 6 people. Reading materials will be shared one week ahead of class. It is not compulsory to read the materials every week.

Materials

Course handouts will be provided in class and/or via email.

Please Note

Selected Language and Culture courses that teach spoken language may include use of language immersion (course instruction in the selected language) as part of the training strategy.