ITAL A199: Current Topics in Italian

Course Outline of Record
Item	Value
Curriculum Committee Approval Date	12/08/2021
Top Code	110400 - Italian
Units	1-5 Total Units
Hours	1-90 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 1-90)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Course Credit Status	Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee	No
Basic Skills	Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable	No
Open Entry/Open Exit	No
Grading Policy	Standard Letter (S), Pass/No Pass (B)
Associate Arts Local General Education (GE)	Area 3 Arts and Humanities 3A Theory (OC1)

Course Description

Development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency in Italian. Extensive exposure to cultures related to the Italian language through authentic materials and group discussions on a variety of topics ranging from current events to global issues. Emphasis on cross-cultural understanding. Content differs each time. PREREQUISITE: One semester of college-level Italian. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

Communicate in Italian in a variety of social situations.
Express in writing and/or orally feelings and opinions on a variety of topics.
Analyze a variety of texts dealing with a broader spectrum of both Italian and non-Italian cultures.

Course Objectives

1. Develop Italian communicative skills in the areas of reading, writing and speaking in relation to student's beginning level of Italian.
2. Develop skills in the use of Italian grammar and syntax.
3. Become familiar with the many historical and cultural aspects of the Italian society.

Lecture Content

Reading, writing and oral assignments will be determined by topic and number of meetings scheduled A. Grammar and vocabulary B. Italian culture C. Special topics for discussion and writing, i.e., 1. Appreciation of Italian music and art 2. TheRoman Empire's influence on current social, economical and political issues 3. TheVatican 4. The impact of religion in the society 5. The role of women in the Italian culture 6. The Italian family and it's importance in the society 7. The Italian political system 8. The Italian socio-economic system 9. Other related topics

Method(s) of Instruction

Lecture (02)

Instructional Techniques

Lecture and discussion Field experience Communicative oral activities such as dialog, role play and oral presentations

Reading Assignments

Writing Assignments

Involved in discussions on various subjects Write essays Participate in group activities

Out-of-class Assignments

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

Oral presentation, written assignments, tests, final exam

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration