Course Description: This small group workshop is for those who have a good command of Italian grammar and vocabulary and want to improve their oral communication skills. Short stories, literature, articles, Italian film and music will provide a springboard for class dialogue, discussion, and performance/role-playing. While emphasis will be on conversation, essential grammatical concepts will also be reviewed.
Prerequisites: Intro to Italian Language I & II or equivalent.
Notes and Comments: Registration will begin August 11, 2008. The workshop will be limited to 15 students. Students should come prepared to speak only Italian.
The required text for this course, Easy Italian Reader by Riccarda Saggese, is available at the University of Virginia Bookstore.