MCCCD Program Description

Elementary Italian I

Course: ITA101

First Term: 2013 Fall

Lecture 4.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 4.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Introduction to basic grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary of Italian. Development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Study of the Italian culture.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate comprehension of written and oral passages that include biographical information, basic questions and descriptions, short narratives, brief dialogues, survival vocabulary, and current events. (I, II) 2. Compose written passages that include biographical information, basic questions and descriptions, short narratives, brief dialogues, survival vocabulary, and current events. (I, II) 3. Ask and answer oral questions to satisfy basic needs, express biographical information, provide short descriptions, and participate in very simple conversations. (I, II) 4. Identify cultural aspects of the target language. (III)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Vocabulary A. Interpersonal Communication B. Ordering in Italian Restaurants C. Shopping D. Geography and Travel E. Family F. Numbers G. Months and Days of the Week H. Current Events II. Grammar A. Pronunciation of Italian Alphabet B. Nouns, Pronouns, Adjectives and Articles, and Agreements C. Conjunctions D. Idiomatic Expressions such as AVERE /FARE and SAPERE/CONOSCERE E. Verbs 1. Infinitives 2. Indicative Present Tense of Regular and Irregular Verbs 3. Indicative Passato Prossimo, Regular and Irregular Verbs III. Culture A. Formal vs. Informal Communication B. Italian Art, Music, Television, and Cinema C. Songs and Proverbs D. Cultural Narratives E. Geography of Italy

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 5-26-2009

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