ITAL 2090 - Italian Intermediate Composition and Conversation I

Satisfies Option 1.

Fall or spring. 4 credits.

Prerequisite: ITAL 1230 or LPI 56–64 or SAT II 590–680. Qualified students are strongly encouraged to take this course as soon as possible after completing ITAL 1220 or ITAL 1230 , or as early in the course of their undergraduate studies as possible.

M. Baraldi.

The goal of this course is development of all language skills at an intermediate level, with an emphasis on accurate, idiomatic, and culturally appropriate communication in Italian. Students will improve their language abilities through readings and other material related to common Italian cultural practices and daily life, guided compositions and other written assignments, directed conversation on topics relevant to understanding modern Italy, grammar review, and a variety of vocabulary-building tasks. Class presentations, discussions, and group assignments are an integral part of this course.