ATS3225 Italian proficient 1

The unit will consist of two integrated and complementary sections: Culture (50%) and Language (50%).  Culture: an introduction to key events in the formation of the Italian Nation and key concepts and issues in the development of an Italian National identity, through the critical analysis of key aspects of Italy's cultural production.  Language: practical language acquisition and consolidation of grammatical structures at level B1 of the European Framework,through oral practice and the use of written, aural and audiovisual materials representing selected situations and registers. The thematic areas covered in the culture seminars will form the basis for some reading comprehension, writing and discussion covered in the language component and students will be invited to reflect on the expressions of such themes in contemporary society.