Italian Studies

Italian 101-102: Elementary Italian

Also taught by Professor Pausini and Professor Ward

These courses focus on the development of basic language skills: grammar, reading and writing, speaking and listening. Viewing of language video programs, TV programs and films, listening to traditional and modern songs, and reading of passages and short stories offer an introduction to Italy and its culture. Three periods. Each semester earns one unit of credit. However, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course.

Prerequisite: None

Distribution: None

Semester: Fall, Spring Unit: 1.0

Italian 201-202: Intermediate Italian

Also taught by Professor Pausini and Professor Ward

The aim of these courses is to develop students’ fluency in spoken and written Italian. The reading of short stories, articles from Italian newspapers, and selected texts on Italian culture as well as the writing of compositions are used to promote critical and analytical skills. Listening is practiced through the viewing of Italian films, cultural videos, or TV programs. Both reading and listening activities are followed by in-class discussions. Three periods. Each semester earns one unit of credit. However, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course.

Prerequisite: 101-102 (201 for 202) or permission of instructor.

Distribution: Language and Literature

Semester: Fall, Spring Unit: 1.0

Other courses offered by Professor Laviosa:

• Italian 211: Introduction to Italian Cultural Studies
• Italian 212: Italian Women Directors
• Italian 214: Comedy Italian Style