Essentials

• Start Date: Monday 13 January 2025
• Date & Time: Monday 7.30pm – 8.45pm
• Venue: Impington Village College, New Road, CB24 9LX
• Tutor: A linguist by passion, training and trade, Antonietta has lived and worked across Italy, China and the UK as a language teacher, translator and interpreter. Holding a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET), she specializes in post-16 education, and has been teaching languages for thirteen years. Antonietta also holds an integrated BA+MA in Translation and Conference Interpreting with Italian, English and Mandarin Chinese
• Course Level: Pre-intermediate 1
• Weeks: 10
• Terms: 1
• Fee per term: £70
• Additional Course Costs: Learning materials will be provided (some on paper, other in electronic format), so there are no additional costs

Course Description

This is the first module of a pre-intermediate course designed for learners with a basic understanding of Italian (A1 level) who wish to deepen their knowledge and practical skills in communication. It combines traditional and technology-based teaching to enhance language acquisition and cultural immersion. Students will learn how to describe and buy clothes, share memories from the past, and describe a person’s appearance and character.

Aims and Objectives

This first module focuses on developing confidence in using Italian in real-life scenarios, through engaging activities such as role-playing shopping experiences, recounting personal stories, and characterizing friends and family. The lessons include vocabulary-building activities, pronunciation and reading practice, grammar explanations with targeted exercises, as well as cultural insights into cultural aspects relevant to the topics covered. By the end of this module, students will be able to navigate shopping situations, discuss past events and describe individuals with confidence, which will be a solid foundation for further learning.

Progression – what next? 

By the end of this module, learners will be prepared to advance their Italian studies at the A2 level by enrolling in the second module of the Pre-intermediate course.

How progress and success will be recorded

The pre-intermediate course is based on closely guiding and supporting students, both in class and at home, to help them make the most of their learning. There are no tests or exams: oral feedback is provided in lessons, and students wishing to submit their homework will be offered written feedback as well.

Materials / Equipment required for First Class

Learners are advised to bring a notebook and pens/pencils.