| Course Title: Introduction to Italian Language and Culture I |
| Start Date: 01/27/2026 End Date: 05/12/2026 |
| Term: Spring Semester 2026 |
| Description: A foundational course tailored for beginners, focusing on the study of vocabulary and grammar within the context of contemporary Italian culture. The curriculum features interactive class activities and discussions, enriched by daily speaking exercises, online activities and projects. By the end of the semester, students will achieve a novice-to-high level of proficiency in understanding, speaking, and writing the Italian language and culture through active engagement. |
| Distribution(s): I - Humanities , LANG - Language |
| Academic Level Of Course: Undergraduate | Credits:4.00 |
| Faculty | Phone | Email address |
| Morena Svaldi | 413-538-2218 | msvaldi@mtholyoke.edu |
| Meeting Dates | Method | Meeting days | Meeting times | Building name | Room | Frequency |
| 01/27/2026 - 05/12/2026 | Lecture | Monday, Wednesday and Friday | 11:30AM - 12:45PM | PRAT - Pratt Memorial Music Bldg | 109 | Weekly |
| Requisite Courses | ||
| None |
| Comments |
| Additional Comments |
| Successful completion of both ITAL-101 and ITAL-102 will give students a full grammatical knowledge of basic Italian and it is highly recommended. |
| Course Tags |
| Cross-listed Sections |
| None |
| Course Availability | ||||
| Section status: Open | Capacity: 30 | Enrollment: 27 | Available: 3 | Waitlist: 0 |
BOOK INFORMATION
| Book List | Required | Publisher Full Price |
| Title: Dieci from Novice Low to Novice Hight (Italian Course for English Speakers) Author: Naddeo & Orlandino, Ciro Massimo & Euridice Copyright: 2023 Edition: Volume: NA ISBN: 978886 Publisher: Alma Ed. |
Required | 46.20 |
| Additional Book Comments |
| This is the complete book list for this class. |
| Copies are on order at https://shopusa.blinklearning.com/en/plan_escolar23-16103/65801-DIECIf |
| Instructor's comments about the book list: For any questions please email Prof. Svaldi msvaldi@mtholyoke.edu |