Italian IV

Catalog description

The language program objectives of our department are based on the premise that students must be able to demonstrate increased proficiency in interpersonal, interpretive and presentational communication skills as well as growth in cultural, literary and interdisciplinary knowledge as they move through a sequence of study. This course is the fourth and final part of the four-semester sequence in Italian. At the end of ITA 201 , successful students achieve proficiency in Italian at the intermediate level in oral expression, listening comprehension, reading of short texts, and writing. Students will be able to successfully navigate conversational and written Italian in cultural contexts related to course themes: societal changes in Italian culture, science and technology, Italian contributions to the arts, media, and the culture of business in Italy. The course is conducted in Italian.