Teacher(s)
Scarpa Laura (coordinator);
Language
Italian
Prerequisites
Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference is required.
Main themes
- Developing communicative oral skills;
- revising and strengthening the most complex grammar points;
- getting acquainted with the language of specific fields of activity (journalism, business, etc);
- frequently presenting cultural aspects or recent news from the country.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
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Content
This course aims in particular to develop communicative skills, even if some advanced written activities are also proposed (for instance, basic news-writing techniques, news commentary, writing on cultural subjects). Advanced vocabulary is also presented in the class (formal and informal usage of the language, typical expressions, word formation etc.). The course will also revise difficult language structures to be used during communicative activities. Advanced information on culture and society will be dealt with.
In the second term students will also be asked to choose and complete at least 3 activities they prefer, in relation to the Italian language and culture (film, book, language tandem, exposition or other cultural events etc. ) for their Language Portfolio. These activities will be part of the final assessment (See also Mode d'évaluation)
In the second term students will also be asked to choose and complete at least 3 activities they prefer, in relation to the Italian language and culture (film, book, language tandem, exposition or other cultural events etc. ) for their Language Portfolio. These activities will be part of the final assessment (See also Mode d'évaluation)
Teaching methods
Here is a short list of the differents activities in the course: discussions on current events, advanced role plays, presentations of facts and figures on common interest issues, advanced exercices on vocabulary and grammar etc. . Differents typologies of authentic documents (as well written as audio-video) are presented in the class. Language Portfolio activities will be integrated in the course and in the final assessment.(see also Mode d'évaluation).
Evaluation methods
The first term assessment includes: 1) an oral interaction in small groups on topics previously indicated by the teacher; 2) the presentation of a topic related to the main cultural topic of the course; 3) a written test on the main language and grammar points presented during the course. (points distribution: 8 pts written test, 6 pts interaction, 6 pts présentation). The score for the Q1 assessment represents 50% of the final score.
The second term assessment includes the presentation of the student's Language Portfolio with the related written texte as well as a written test on the main language and grammar points presented during the second term. The score for the Q2 assessment represents 50% of the final score.
For the third session, the student will present his/her Language Portfolio (included written texte) as well as the cultural subject of the Q1 and a written test on the main language and grammar points presented during the whole course. (points distribution: 10 pts for the written test, 10 pts for the presentations)
In case of telecollaboration projects, the assessment will be accordingly adapted and the teacher will inform the student as soon as possible.
The second term assessment includes the presentation of the student's Language Portfolio with the related written texte as well as a written test on the main language and grammar points presented during the second term. The score for the Q2 assessment represents 50% of the final score.
For the third session, the student will present his/her Language Portfolio (included written texte) as well as the cultural subject of the Q1 and a written test on the main language and grammar points presented during the whole course. (points distribution: 10 pts for the written test, 10 pts for the presentations)
In case of telecollaboration projects, the assessment will be accordingly adapted and the teacher will inform the student as soon as possible.
Other information
Office hours will take place on appointment, either face-to-face or on Teams. Please contact the teacher by e-mail only to make an appointement.
Laura.Scarpa@uclouvain.be
Mandatory material will be available in Moodle during the course.
Laura.Scarpa@uclouvain.be
Mandatory material will be available in Moodle during the course.
Teaching materials
- Support de cours: Syllabus + matériel varié proposé par le professeur (articles de journal, vidéo, extraits de films, sites Internet etc.). Tout sera disponible dans l'espace Moodle UCLouvain du cours.
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