Students progress to conversational signing and finger spelling, and develop an ability to communicate on a beginning level. Noncredit spaces are limited. Basic Italian I For students with little or no previous exposure to the language. The method used presents the essential structures of spoken and written Italian by involving the student in situations that concretely represent the concepts of the language. For students with little or no previous exposure to the language.
Attention is given to listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Emphasis is placed on oral work, using material from students' everyday experiences and activities. A, classes are held in the Humanities computer lab so that students can use interactive software to develop and practice their skills. In a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere, students are introduced to vocabulary and expressions used in everyday situations at home, at work, or when traveling. While the development of oral skills is emphasized, students also learn basic grammar and the structure of the language. Students also have an opportunity to explore the unique aspects of the individual cultures, including their music, art, cuisine, literature, and heritage.