T4 Italian Advanced (Wednesday 2:45pm)

Course Description

Revise and deepen your understanding of, and ability to use, Italian including all its tenses and moods in both oral and written contexts. Designed to follow Italian – Intermediate or equivalent. Your Tutor: Stefania Ravelli I am a passionate and experienced teacher with a Master’s degree in Translation Studies from the University of Western Australia, where I graduated with distinction. Fluent in Italian, English, and Spanish, I provide personalised language tutoring that caters to individual learning styles and goals. My approach focuses on immersive learning and cultural understanding, helping students achieve fluency and confidence in every language. As a professional translator, I bring a deep understanding of language nuances and effective communication strategies to my teaching. I have successfully helped numerous students, from beginners to advanced learners, improve their language skills through tailored lesson plans and engaging teaching methods. My dedication to language education is reflected in my commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with the latest teaching techniques. I strive to create a supportive and interactive learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential. About the Course This course is designed for students who have completed four terms of each: Italian Absolute Beginners, Italian Beginners Continued, and Italian Intermediate (or equivalent). It aims to revise and deepen your understanding of and ability to use Italian, including all its tenses and moods, in the four areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Classes are structured using a variety of activities. For those with a minimum of 100 hours prior knowledge of Italian. There is an emphasis on the spoken language. Students will also learn all the relevant grammar structures, read and discuss texts, and do written tasks at home. What you need to bring Pen, paper, and any handouts to all classes. Students should have access to an Italian - English dictionary. Material Fee: $10 cash as a contribution towards photocopying for course material.