Intro to Italian I

Gain an understanding of the Italian language and culture in this intro course. Focus on essential words and phrases that serve as a guide toward understanding Italian. There is more to a culture than its language, food, customs and general lifestyle; there is ingrained thinking that influences everyday life. Learn linguistic, historical, political and cultural knowledge. Fully enjoy your next trip to Italy or simply begin to learn the culture and language of this romance language.

Required Textbook
“Learn Italian Fast and Fun,” Fourth Edition, by Marcel Danesi and Heywood Wald
ISBN 978-1438074962
*CD not required

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a deeper understanding of the traditions and culture in Italy.
  • Participate in simple conversations about everyday topics (e.g., weather, meeting new people, school, shopping, etc.).
  • Demonstrate and practice basic vocabulary.
  • Gain confidence in speaking and reading in Italian.

Testimonials

"I learned a lot more than I thought I would about Italy … not just the language. The instructor provided us with extremely valuable information that will make our first (and hopefully not last) trip to Italy a memorable one."  —  Mary Beth

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