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Italian 5 (ITAL10006)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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The focus of Italian 5 is to assist students to further develop their understanding and competencies in relation to contemporary Italian language and culture. Through an intensive focus on reading of and listening to a broad variety of Italian texts, as well as the practical analysis and application of language use with a particular focus on representation of gender and inclusion, students will extend their linguistic capacities in reading, writing, listening, speaking and describing the Italian language. Students also explore aspects of contemporary Italian literature, society and history through a programmatic study of post-unification Italy. Students develop a critical capacity enabling them to understand and analyse a variety of text types (film, music, mass media, literature, etc.). Communication skills will also be developed through online and face-to-face collaboration in a range of in- and out-of-class activities, including a work-integrated learning group project which involves practical application of Italian language in a school setting.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Interpret and analyse a variety of texts and genres, both written and spoken, of a moderate level of complexity
  • Use appropriate linguistic structures and lexical resources, including specialised terminology relating to specific literary, linguistic and cultural aspects of Italian-speaking communities, to communicate in Italian both in writing and speaking
  • Gain an introduction to some aspects of the core areas of Italian Studies, with specific focus on each through dedicated learning activities
  • Apply research methods appropriately to task
  • Demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity of Italian language and culture
  • Actively compare and contrast linguistic and cultural similarities and differences between Italian language and culture and other languages and cultures
  • Through a range of tasks and class experiences, apply a variety of learning techniques to further consolidate knowledge, understanding and ability in relation to Italian language and culture
  • Have consolidated and extended linguistic repertoire and vocabulary.

Generic skills

Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:

  • Develop an ability to communicate knowledge intelligibly and economically both in writing and orally through assessment (including technology-mediated activities), tutorial and online discussion and class presentations
  • Develop confidence in self-expression through participation in the subject at different levels and assessable presentations
  • Develop a range of IT literacy skills through online multimedia activities
  • Develop a team spirit and collaborative approach to learning through group work
  • Demonstrate time management and planning skills through completion of assessment and other required in-class activities
  • Have honed interactional and intercultural communication skills
  • Have learnt basic research skills and the use of a variety of reference materials.

Last updated: 20 November 2024