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Unit Overview

Description

This unit follows on from ITAL1406 Italian Studies 6 or ITAL1106 Italian Advanced II. It focuses on developing advanced skills in oral and written Italian through study of social and linguistic aspects of modern Italy. The unit leads to ITAL2408 Italian Studies 8. Students study advanced topics in Italian grammar; pay particular attention to the way prescriptive rules of grammar are realised in speech and writing in contemporary Italy; analyse the effect of register on grammatical usage; develop their awareness of the structures and use of the English language; further develop their ability to converse in Italian with fluency and accuracy on contemporary themes; and read a range of literary and non-literary texts, from a range of historical periods, in their social and historical context.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 2 core unit in the ITLNA Italian Studies major sequence
  • Level 2 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) read contemporary Italian with a high level of understanding of the 'linguistic' and 'cultural' meanings of texts; (2) understand spoken Italian in face-to-face situations and from screen-based sources; (3) express themselves with accuracy and fluency in spoken and written Italian; (4) integrate their language awareness with higher sociocultural knowledge by reading literary texts; and (5) reach Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) in-class presentations and written summaries; (2) class tests; and (3) class contribution and participation. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Maria Rosaria Francomacaro
Unit rules
Prerequisites
ITAL1406 Italian Studies 6
or ITAL1106 Italian Advanced II
Incompatibility
ITAL2207 Italian Advanced III
Contact hours
language classes: 3 hours per week (over 12 weeks, involves a mix of formal instruction by the tutor, class discussions, group work on linguistic and cultural topics, and presentations)
Texts

Lists of texts are available from the European Languages and Studies web page.

  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.