Italian Year 1 Stage 2 (C00041-121301)

Course Overview:

This course will enable you to further build up confidence to communicate in a variety of everyday situations by improving your skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Entry Requirements:

Skills for Life Literacy Level 1 or above Completion of RACC Italian Year 1 part 1 or equivalent knowledge

Course Content:

This course enables you to further your basic communication skills, concentrating on everyday topics, in listening, reading, speaking and writing. You will work in groups, pairs or individually and use a variety of materials. You will also acquire a better understanding of the structure of the language to enable you to adapt to your individual needs. Topics will include: Talking about yourself and family Asking / giving directions Getting information from a tourist office Shopping Ordering food / drinks at restaurants / cafes Booking a hotel room

Assessment Methods:

Homework and monitoring progress in class by question and answer and observation

Additional Information:

At first meeting, tutor will give you details of the course book you will require. Learners who study between classes (learn vocabulary or do simple exercises) make most progress If you require further course information or advice & guidance that is not answered in this outline please email ccs@racc.ac.uk. If you would like general information about the college, for example, fees & finance, funding, term dates or opening times please email info@racc.ac.uk, telephone 020 8843 7921, or drop in to our main reception area at either site.

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Bring To First Class:

Pen and paper

Attendance:

Regular attendance is advisable to ensure maximum progress.

Further Study and Career Opportunities:

Italian Year 2 part 1 or GCSE Intensive.

Alternative Courses:

• C00043-121302 Italian for Holidays
  Start: 23/04/2013 Duration: 10 week(s) Days/Time: Tue (19:15 to 21:15)
• C00043-121303 Italian for Holidays
  Start: 04/06/2013 Duration: 6 week(s) Days/Time: Tue (19:15 to 21:15)
• C00947-121301 Italian Intensive for Beginners - Part 2
  Start: 08/06/2013 Duration: 6 week(s) Days/Time: Sat (09:30 to 14:00)

How to Enrol:

Enrolment is best carried out online. If you prefer to enrol in person, you can enrol at either the Clifden or Parkshot centres. You can also enrol by post, payment should be by cheque made payable to Richmond Adult Community College and sent to Postal Enrolments, RACC, Clifden Centre, Clifden Road, Twickenham TW1 4LT.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How much homework will I need to do outside of class? Homework will be set at every session, i.e. learn vocabulary, revise structures, prepare role play, write short essays, etc. Completing the homework will help you achieve your full potential on the course. What will happen if I miss a class? You should make every effort to attend regularly. The tutor will advise you what to cover if you miss a class and will give you any handouts distributed on the class you have missed. When will the exams take place? This is not an exam course.

Information Advice and Guidance:

You can enrol online, over the phone or in person at either site
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