2017/18 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
ITAL2011 Italian Language
15 creditsClass Size: 15
Module manager: Chiara La Sala
Email: M.C.LaSala@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2017/18
Pre-requisite qualifications
Experience equivalent to ITAL1010Pre-requisites
ITAL1010 | Ital Language, Level 1 |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
This module consolidates and improves basic and more complex grammatical structures used in a variety of contexts. Students will reinforce and further develop their linguistic competence (written and oral) in Italian grammar, vocabulary, style, and specialised uses of Italian. The textbook Affresco Italiano (see reading list for details) is linked to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). The CEFR describes language ability on a scale of levels from A1 for beginners up to C2. The incorporation of the CEFR demonstrates:- the validity of our language programme - that it facilitates students' understanding of the level they achieve- logical progression through levels. Knowledge of the CEFR enhances:- students' engagement with the language learning experience;- students' motivation and progress during their experience abroad;- educational and occupational mobility thanks to the transferability of the CEFR system.Objectives
- Consolidation and improvement of linguistic competence (written and oral) in Italian grammar, vocabulary, style, and specialised uses at an appropriate level.- Reinforcement and development of an accurate linguistic ability in a variety of cultural and social contexts.
Syllabus
Oral classes will pursue the goal of enabling students to communicate accurately and with increasing sophistication on selected cultural and social topics. In written classes, a similar range of subject-matter and register will be covered.
Specific grammatical and stylistic points will be analysed.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Language Class | 16 | 1.00 | 16.00 |
Oral Class | 16 | 1.00 | 16.00 |
Private study hours | 118.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 32.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 |
Private study
- Preparation for and follow-up after each class- Preparation for assessment.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
- Regular written work handed in and/or discussed in class- Continuous assessment of oral work
- Class performance
- Language Folder.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
In-course Assessment | Reading test performed in class at the end of semester 1 | 5.00 |
Oral Presentation | Semester 2 | 8.00 |
Tutorial Performance | General classroom performance, including attendance | 7.00 |
Portfolio | Language Folder | 10.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 30.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr 30 mins | 35.00 |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr 30 mins | 35.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 70.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
There is no reading list for this moduleLast updated: 17/07/2014
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