イタリア語学概論II

This course is an upper-intermediate Italian language course designed for third- and fourth-year undergraduate students who have already acquired the basic grammatical foundations of Italian and a basic working vocabulary. The aim of the course is to strengthen students’ abilities in understanding and using Italian, both in written and spoken form, through systematic practice in listening, reading, writing, and conversation. Classes emphasize active language use. Students will work on listening comprehension, reading comprehension, oral communication, and basic writing skills. Grammar, syntax, and vocabulary will be reviewed and reinforced as necessary, with particular attention to structures and expressions useful for everyday communication. Cultural topics related to Italy, including elements of art history, will be introduced through selected texts and listening materials. Attendance and active participation are essential, and students will be asked to give short oral presentations and complete other assessments during the semester. The course content and schedule may be adjusted according to the needs and level of the class. Weekly Schedule Week 1: Introduction to the course. Pronunciation practice. In-class conversation exercises. Reading and listening activities from Buona idea!. Week 2: In-class conversation practice. Reading and listening activities from Buona idea!. Week 3: In-class conversation practice. Reading and listening activities from Buona idea!. Vocabulary development: fruit and vegetables. Week 4: In-class conversation practice. Listening and writing exercises from Buona idea!. Vocabulary development: fruit and vegetables. Reading comprehension: texts from L’italiano attraverso la storia dell’arte. Week 5: In-class conversation practice. Reading activities from Buona idea!. Listening practice from Primo ascolto 1 and Primo ascolto 2. Week 6: In-class conversation practice. Grammar review: differences between imperfetto and passato prossimo. Reading and comprehension exercises from L’italiano attraverso la storia dell’arte. Week 7: In-class conversation practice. Reading and listening activities from Buona idea!. Listening exercises from Primo ascolto 1 and Primo ascolto 2. Week 8: In-class conversation practice. Reading and listening activities from Buona idea!. Vocabulary development: the human body. Week 9: In-class conversation practice. Listening and reading activities from Buona idea!. Vocabulary development: the human body. Week 10: In-class conversation practice. Listening exercises from Primo ascolto 1 and Primo ascolto 2. Reading comprehension from L’italiano attraverso la storia dell’arte. Week 11: In-class conversation practice. Listening exercises from Primo ascolto 2. Vocabulary development: professions. Reading comprehension from L’italiano attraverso la storia dell’arte. Week 12: In-class conversation practice. Vocabulary development: professions. Review. Week 13: General review of course contents.

This course is conducted mainly through interactive, student-centered activities. Classes are held in Italian and emphasize active use of the language rather than passive learning. Each lesson combines conversation practice, listening exercises, guided reading, and short writing tasks. Listening skills are developed through repeated and guided listening activities using recorded materials. Reading comprehension is practiced through short texts, with attention to vocabulary, grammatical structures, and overall meaning. Speaking skills are developed through pair work, group discussions, and short oral presentations. Writing activities are used to reinforce grammar and vocabulary and to improve clarity and accuracy in written Italian. Grammar, syntax, and vocabulary are reviewed and reinforced as needed, based on the level and difficulties of the students. Cultural topics related to Italy, including elements of art history, are introduced through reading and listening materials in order to provide contextual understanding of the language. Students are encouraged to participate actively in class, ask questions, and interact with both the instructor and their classmates. The teaching approach is flexible, and the content and pace of the course may be adjusted according to the progress and needs of the class.

Student performance is evaluated through continuous assessment throughout the semester. Evaluation is based on attendance, active participation in class, oral performance, and the results of assigned exercises and assessments. Regular attendance and active participation are essential components of the course and will be taken into account in the final grade. Students are expected to take part in conversation activities, listening exercises, and reading discussions during each class. Oral performance is evaluated through short in-class presentations and other speaking activities, which assess pronunciation, fluency, vocabulary usage, and communicative effectiveness. Additional assessments may include listening comprehension exercises, reading comprehension tasks, and short written assignments, designed to monitor progress in language skills. The final grade is determined by an overall evaluation of the student’s engagement, progress, and performance during the semester. The relative weight of each component is as follows: attendance and participation, oral performance, and completion of assigned exercises and assessments. Detailed criteria will be explained during the course.

This course is intended for third- and fourth-year undergraduate students who have already completed basic Italian language courses. Students should have a fundamental knowledge of Italian grammar and vocabulary and be able to understand simple spoken and written Italian. Before each class, students may be asked to prepare by reviewing vocabulary, reading short texts, or listening to assigned audio materials. Pre-class preparation is meant to help students participate more actively in class activities. After each class, students are encouraged to review the contents of the lesson, including new vocabulary, grammatical structures, and expressions. Regular review and self-study are important for steady progress in language learning. Active participation in class is essential. Students are encouraged to use Italian as much as possible during lessons and to ask questions when necessary. Dictionaries and reference materials may be used for preparation and review.