Can-Do Statements: Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to: 

·         Read and comprehend typical descriptions and reviews for hotels/hostels/Airbnb's, etc.

·         Ask and give directions  

·         Discuss high/low peak seasons in relation to travel to Italy

·         Comprehend signage, schedules and spoken announcements in travel locations including airports & bus and train stations

·         Describe and discuss favorite vacation spots

·         Recognize how different locations and establishments set their operating schedules (days/hours) and seasons

·         Create their own “ideal vacation”

·         Describe locations, perfect vacation using the past tense (both regular and irregular verbs)

·         Able to understand, read and listen to weather forecast

·         Understand and explain simple subject matters using the double negative and the superlative

Use of the Language: This course has been designed in such a way that most of the class time will be devoted to communication and will be taught in the target language (i.e., the language that you are studying).  As you already have some experience with the language, you are encouraged to use the target language as much as possible from Day 1.  You are not expected to understand everything, and you can expect to be pushed beyond your comfort zone. However, your instructor is there to make sure you can succeed in meeting the goals of the activities and of the class in general.  Our goal is for you to be able to communicate in the target language, and we cannot learn to speak a language without speaking it.  Please remember that we learn best by making mistakes, and we encourage you to try to do your best.  Don’t forget that your instructor is there to support you in class and is also available via the Matrix messaging system for assistance.

Expectations/Time Commitment: It is strongly recommended that learners schedule at least 2 hours per week outside of the weekly 2-hour class for engaging with this course. Various media means are suggested based on level of expertise (i.e., YouTube videos, podcasts, movies with subtitles etc.). Background knowledge/experience with the language and other variables may require them to spend additional time. Learners should plan accordingly by scheduling time on their calendars now. Active engagement in all course activities (e.g., class participation, module completion and participation, homework, written assignments, studying vocabulary, etc.) will contribute to learning and success in this course.

Required Materials: Nuovo Espresso 1 textbook and workbook (Note: the textbook and workbook may be purchased from the vendor of your choice; possible sources are linked below)

Textbook (Purchase either a paper copy or eBook):

Nuovo Espresso 1 – Libro dello studente e esercizi (ISBN: 9788861823181)

Nuovo Espresso 1 - eBook interattivo (ISBN: 9788861826717)

Workbook: Nuovo Espresso 1 - Esercizi supplementari (ISBN: 9788861823815)

This course will cover Lezione 6 and Lezione 7.