97802 Italian Language and Culture 2
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Credit points: 8 cp
Result type: Grade and marks
Requisite(s): 97801 Italian Language and Culture 1
Description
This subject builds on the reading, listening, speaking and writing skills acquired through 97801 Italian Language and Culture 1 or equivalent. It corresponds to Level A1/A2 (basic user) of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages. The subject also facilitates an understanding of and engagement with the sociocultural contexts in which the Italian language is used. Students develop intercultural understanding and engagement, by recognising, exploring, interpreting and moving between the languages and practices of two or more cultures. Students take an active part in collaborative learning activities to practice and consolidate their language skills.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
| a. | Comprehend and respond to simple texts in oral and written language. |
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| b. | Produce basic texts in oral and written language. |
| c. | Demonstrate intercultural awareness across two or more cultural contexts. |
Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
This subject engages with the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs), which are tailored to the Graduate Attributes set for all graduates of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (INT = International Studies CILOs):
- Reflect on and use knowledge of contemporary societies to engage with diverse cultures. (INT.3.1)
- Communicate effectively for everyday and/or professional purposes in an additional language. (INT.3.2)
Teaching and learning strategies
This subject uses a communicative approach to maximise students’ potential for effective communication in the target language. A series of activities such as interactive activities working in pairs, small and large groups and/or presentations, are promoted to enhance students’ engagement through content-based learning. Preparation for sessions requires students to complete exercises and reading/listening/viewing activities prior to the session to make effective use of resources and subject material (including resources online), community and peer resources available to them to support their learning.
Students are encouraged to customise their learning experience to promote their engagement with Italian-speaking peoples and societies. This entails keeping in mind their goals for the use of Italian (for instance studying abroad or travel in a particular country or region) and tailoring their practice and learning to maximize exposure to local variants of the language, relevant cultural norms and authentic materials from the area.
As part of an immersive approach to language education, students are encouraged to use the target language within the sessions and to build confidence to use the target language. The approximate time commitment expected from students is 12 hours per week, including live-streamed session time.
Assessment
Assessment task 1: Writing Tasks
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SLOs: subject learning objectives CILOs: course intended learning outcomes |
Assessment task 2: Oral Production
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SLOs: subject learning objectives CILOs: course intended learning outcomes |
Assessment task 3: Online Test
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SLOs: subject learning objectives CILOs: course intended learning outcomes |
Required texts
Gruppo Italiaidea. (2014). New Italian Espresso (beginner and pre-intermediate): Italian Course for English Speakers (textbook, DVD ROM and workbook). Alma Edizioni.
The textbook can be ordered online from Language International Bookshop. Please mention that you study at UTS to receive a 20% discount (for this specific resource) and free postage
with the code UTS-LOD.
Recommended texts
Nocchi, S. (2015). New Italian Grammar in practice: exercises, tests, games. Alma Edizioni.
References
Cannella M., & Lazzarini B. (eds). (2016). Lo Zingarelli 2017. Vocabolario della lingua italiana. Zanichelli.
www.wordreference.com
Other resources
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
A considerable amount of tutorial time is devoted to practicing using the language in a variety of real or simulated situations using authentic materials whenever possible. In order to maintain and consolidate those skills, students need to practice the language regularly with Italian speaking friends or colleagues.
Students are also encouraged to engage with aspects of Italian language and culture through radio and television programs (SBS and RETE ITALIA). SBS Television transmits the Italian daily news on SBS1 at 7.35 and on SBS2 at 12.40; SBS Radio 97.7 FM: Monday-Sunday 8-10 am; RETE ITALIA Radio: 1539 AM Monday-Sunday 24 hours. The Italian Institute of Culture (IIC) organises conferences and concerts as well as sponsoring cultural events in Sydney. The Institute has a library including an extensive collection, which is accessible to members. For information on membership and activities contact the Institute (IIC). Level 4, 125 York St, Sydney. In the month of October Palace cinemas host the Lavazza Italian Film Festival showing a number of contemporary and some classic movies subtitled in English.
UTS Library
The UTS library holds a variety of Italian Language and Culture related resources available for loan or in Closed Reserve. Students can access these from the catalogue using, for instance, 'Italian language' as the keywords. The course number can also be used to identify resources in Closed Reserve. At the beginning of the semester the lecturer will provide a list of relevant materials for independent learning available in the library or on line and throughout the semester guidance will be offered in the selection and use of such materials, such as movies, easy readers and audio books for different levels. If you wish to access library resources from outside UTS, you should read the information available at: http://www.lib.uts.edu.au/services/off_campus You will need a username and password to access library resources like databases etc from outside UTS. This will be the username and password of your UTS Email account (not your UTSOnline account, which uses your student number).If you haven't yet activated your UTS Email account, please go to http://webmail.uts.edu.au If you have trouble activating your UTS email account, please visit one of the IT Support Centre counters at UTS, ring the ITD helpdesk on 9514 2222, or email them at itsc@uts.edu.au
Instructions on how to set up your computer to access the library's resources can be found at: http://www.lib.uts.edu.au/services/off_campus/access The library web site also offers some online tutorials to help you to develop your Information skills: A tutorial about finding information on the web is available at: http://www.lib.uts.edu.au/information/tutorial_index A tutorial about using Catalyst for research and investigative assignments is at: http://www.lib.uts.edu.au/catalyst/ Details of library locations and hours are available on the Library's home page UTSOnline: How to login and password Login to UTSOnline takes place at http://online.uts.edu.au. Username: 8 digit student id [eg 12345678] Password: UTS email password.
UTS Online
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On utsonline you will find extra materials and online activities, links to useful websites and music. You will also be able to access the Discussion Board where you can share doubts and information with other students as well as posting your task entries.
DEVELOPING YOUR LEARNING SKILLS
The BELL (Becoming an Effective Lifelong Learner) website provides information, self-testing and links to help you to develop your learning and teamwork skills. http://www.bell.uts.edu.au/bells/
ASSIGNMENT WRITING, ORAL PRESENTATION, ACADEMIC ENGLISH
UTS: HELPS offers language and study skills support. http://ssu.uts.edu.au/helps/index.html
COMPUTER LOGINS, PASSWORDS AND COMPUTER LABS
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ORGANISING YOUR STUDY, MOTIVATING AND MANAGING YOURSELF
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