ITAL M100 Elementary Italian I (4 UNITS)
Introduces beginning Italian language in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasizes student interaction with authentic language in cultural context.
ITAL M110 Italian II (4 UNITS)
Prerequisites: ITAL M100, or two years of high school Italian with a grade of C or better, or equivalent
Continues further development of Italian proficiency in a cultural context via listening, speaking, reading and writing at the second-semester level. Emphasizes student interaction using authentic language in a cultural context. Explores cultural heritage and civilization of Italy through analysis and appreciation of level-appropriate Italian literary works. Integrates cross-cultural comparison through the integration of Italian traditions, customs, and contemporary societal aspects. Reinforces language skills via the use of technology including video, audio recordings, and internet sources. Equivalent to three years of high school Italian.