Course information
Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
This beginners Italian course is ideal for anyone preparing for travel. You will learn basic greetings, how to express likes and dislikes, and how to travel by bus and train. Grammatical elements are also introduced, and you will start to work on your speaking and listening skills. Noun, article and prepositions use are introduced as well as basic pronunciation, writing and reading skills.
No prior knowledge of the language is required.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- introduce yourself and greet others at an initial meeting
- denote possession
- register at the reception of a hotel
- make a short personal presentation
- denote employment and place of work
- enrol in a language course.
Content
- Greetings
- Introducing yourself and others
- Pronunciation and spelling
- Nouns and adjectives - (singular and plural)
- Regular verbs ending in -are and essere (to be), avere (to have), fare (to do or to make)
- Articles – definite and indefinite
- Introduction to prepositions
- The use of the courtesy form
Who this course is for
Suitable for beginner A1 level students.
Prerequisites
No prior knowledge of the language is required.
Delivery style
Delivered as a series of interactive workshops, where active participation is encouraged.
Prescribed text
Abbey's Bookshop:
DIECI from Novice Low to Novice High l Italian Course for English Speakers – Book + eBook by Naddeo & Orlandino (2023) (ISBN 9788861828094)
Language International Bookshop:
DIECI from Novice Low to Novice High l Italian Course for English Speakers – Book + eBook by Naddeo & Orlandino (2023) (ISBN 9788861828094)
Based on Units 0-2 of the above text. The text forms the basis for consolidation and practice. It is based on language learning through conversation method.
