In the Italian course, students develop the necessary understandings and values to communicate effectively in Italian, in both social and workplace contexts in Western Australia and in other communities where Italian is spoken. Through the study of the language, students also develop a stronger sense of their personal identity and greater respect for people of Italian speaking communities.
The course introduces students to the Italian language and culture from a personal perspective, enabling them to share information related to personal identity, aspects of everyday life and popular culture. They begin to develop an understanding of what it is to be Italian and Italian-speaking, and compare their own lives to those of others in Italian-speaking communities.
Students share information about, and develop a sense of, their own space and place. While developing the skills to travel within Italy, students learn more about Italian-speaking communities and cultures and their sense of space and place.
Types of assessment
Oral communication
Listening and reading comprehension
Language study
Written composition
Assessment
Students will be assessed according to the College Assessment Procedure. All students will be assessed on a number of occasions throughout the semester. A variety of assessment strategies have been included in the program including both practical and theoretical components.