Italian 500

Description

Italian 500 is a dynamic high intermediate/Advanced 10-week course designed for adult learners who are ready to dive deeper into the richness of Italian language and culture. Engaging online 60-minute lessons focuses on literary discussions, advanced narrative techniques, and sophisticated communication skills. Students will explore Italian literature while mastering complex grammatical structures and expanding their vocabulary to express nuanced opinions, preferences, and cultural insights. The course creates an immersive environment where learners actively participate in book discussions, analyze literary works, and develop the confidence to engage in sophisticated Italian conversations about art, culture, and personal experiences.

What You’ll Learn:

• Literary Discussion: Master the art of narrating book plots and discussing literary themes in Italian
• Opinion Expression: Learn to articulate interest, disinterest, and personal preferences with confidence
• Sophisticated Dialogue: Engage in meaningful conversations about books, culture, and personal experiences
• Advanced Verb Forms: Master the passato remoto (remote past) for literary and historical narratives
• Passive Voice Construction: Use both essere and venire forms of passive voice naturally
• Complex Grammar Structures: Learn advanced constructions like “che io sappia” (as far as I know)
• Literary Vocabulary: Build an extensive lexicon related to literature, books, and cultural criticism
• Idiomatic Expressions: Master phrases like “quasi quasi” and other colloquial expressions
• Reading Comprehension: Analyze texts like “La traversata dei vecchietti” and other literary works

Course Benefits:

• Deepen Language Skills: 60-minute lessons give students the time and space to truly build fluency—perfect for learners who want to strengthen their skills through deeper practice and meaningful interaction.
• Interactive and Engaging: Practice speaking with classmates and your instructor.
• Learn Anywhere, Anytime: All online classes are recorded, so if you have to miss a class, you will be given access to the material 24/7. Recordings also enable a convenient way for students to review and reinforce learned material.

Class Curriculum