August 4^th – September 27^th

If you are a new student in Italian 1 through 6, you will need a textbook. Please go to the picture of the text near the bottom of the page to be sent to Amazon, who stock both new and used copies of the text.

SPEAKING ITALIAN

Italian culture – art, cuisine, cinema, lifestyles, music, literature, fashion, politics – creates an inspirational starting point for animated discussions in these classes. Through readings and conversation, students will both enrich their knowledge of Italy and build a larger vocabulary with which to enjoy the country and its people.

CONVERSATION 1

The focus of this course is to improve conversation and vocabulary. Students are encouraged to practice speaking in class and reading short assignments.

CONVERSATION 2

The topic of conversation for this course focuses on different aspects of Italian culture. The written material enriches your knowledge of Italian culture while exposing you to new vocabulary. The students are encouraged to interact as much as possible in the discussions.

INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION & GRAMMAR REVIEW 1

For students who have completed Italian 6 and want to review various aspects of grammar, improve conversational skills and further enhance vocabulary.

INTERMEDIATE READING & CONVERSATION

Selected short stories, current events, listening and comprehension will be the focus of this intermediate course. Conversation is highly encouraged.

ADVANCED READING & CONVERSATION

The students will be provided with written materials such as short stories, articles, etc. that highlight various aspects of Italian culture. These topics will be used for discussion and the students will be encouraged to interact as much as possible.

LETTERATURA: “Le Cosmicomiche”, by Italo Calvino

Le Cosmicomiche, born out of the creative imagination of Italian writer Italo Calvino, are a series of short stories, published staring in 1965. Calvino starts from a scientific background to blend themes such as the Big Bang and the extinction of dinosaurs into fairy tales-like stories where fantasy and humor are deeply intertwined. The main character, Qwfwq, fictitious figure as old as our planet, tells us events he personally witnessed. Through him, the genius of Calvino transforms these stories in surreal and engaging short novels.

DETAILS, DETAILS

1. Students may enroll in person during normal business hours. Alternatively, students may send the attached enrollment form with a check or pay by cash. Please send payment to: 870 Market Street, Suite 450, San Francisco, CA 94102. Full payment must be made at least 24 hours before the first class. We reserve the right to charge an additional 10% for late enrollment.
2. Pre-registration is required as we make every attempt to limit the classes to 16 students. We are unable to offer classes without sufficient enrollment (minimum of 8 students per class) and we reserve the right to cancel or rearrange classes
3. Class changes can be made during the 1st and 2nd week of the term only.
4. Non-discriminatory policy: Italingua admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin.

1. Students who would like to enroll in our Berkeley classes may send the attached enrollment form together with a check or pay by cash prior to the first day of class: Italingua Institute, 870 Market Street, Suite 450 San Francisco, CA 94102.
2. Please call our main office in San Francisco (415) 362-6025 for any questions you might have concerning our Berkeley location.

Parking suggestion for San Francisco classes: Ellis/O’Farrell Garage