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JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY
COURSE CODE: "IT 301"
COURSE NAME: "Advanced Grammar and Conversation"
SEMESTER & YEAR:
Fall 2016
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SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR:
Berenice Cocciolillo
EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS:
MW 3:00 PM 4:15 PM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS:
45
CREDITS:
3
PREREQUISITES:
Prerequisite: Placement or IT 202 or permission of the instructor (As of Fall 2022: Placement or IT 202 with a grade of C or above or permission by the Instructor)
OFFICE HOURS:
MW 11:00-12:00
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to help students gain fluency and confidence in speaking while reviewing the advanced structures of Italian grammar. Contemporary literary and journalistic texts offer an introduction to Italian culture and provide the basis for class discussions geared toward expanding vocabulary and reinforcing the idiomatic use of the language.
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SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
Topics of discussion will reflect various aspects of modern Italy as well as current events. It is very important that students come well prepared to speak in class. This involves not only reading assignments carefully, but also planning in advance comments or questions about the material.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon successfully completing this course, students should be able to:
- Discuss a variety of topics using complex grammatical structures, correct syntax, and appropriate vocabulary;
- Comprehend the general meaning of advanced-level texts;
- Recognize various styles and registers and distinguish between spoken and written usage.
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TEXTBOOK:
| Book Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN number | Library Call Number | Comments | Format | Local Bookstore | Online Purchase |
| Scontro di civiltà per un ascensore a Piazza Vittorio | Amara Lakhous | Edizioni e/o | 978-88-7641-809-9 | | | | | |
| La Prova orale 2 | T. Marin | Edilingua | 978-960-7706-25-6 | | | | | |
| Essential Italian Grammar in Practice | Marco Mezzadri | Guerra Edizioni | 88-7715-434-9 | | | | | |
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REQUIRED RESERVED READING:
RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:
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GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:
| Assignment | Guidelines | Weight |
| Class participation, preparation, and homework | | 15 |
| Oral presentations | Two oral presentations (with a vocabulary list) | 15 |
| Quizzes | There will be three quizzes on grammar and vocabulary. | 25 |
| Midterm Exam | | 20 |
| Final Exam | | 25 |
-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
AWork of this quality directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument displaying an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. This type of work demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and has an element of novelty and originality. There is clear evidence of a significant amount of reading beyond that required for the cour
BThis is highly competent level of performance and directly addresses the question or problem raised.There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluatetheory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture andreference material. The work does not suffer from any major errors or omissions and provides evidence of reading beyond the required assignments.
CThis is an acceptable level of performance and provides answers that are clear but limited, reflecting the information offered in the lectures and reference readings.
DThis level of performances demonstrates that the student lacks a coherent grasp of the material.Important information is omitted and irrelevant points included.In effect, the student has barely done enough to persuade the instructor that s/he should not fail.
FThis work fails to show any knowledge or understanding of the issues raised in the question. Most of the material in the answer is irrelevant.
-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Students are expected to come prepared to class and participate in all activities. Active participation is crucial, since the learning process requires considerable practice. Regular attendance is an essential component of class participation. Students are allowed three unjustified absences. Additional absences will lower the class participation grade considerably.
Make sure your travel plans do not interfere with the class schedule.
If you should miss a class, please contact another student to find out what was covered that day so that you will be prepared for the next class.
DURING CLASS, PLEASE DO NOT:
- leave the room as it is distracting to the professor and to your classmates;
- answer your cell phone, read or send text messages;
- use your computer for anything not related to the class (e.g. Facebook)
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ACADEMIC HONESTY
As stated in the university catalog, any student who commits an act of academic
dishonesty will receive a failing grade on the work in which the dishonesty occurred.
In addition, acts of academic dishonesty, irrespective of the weight of the assignment,
may result in the student receiving a failing grade in the course. Instances of
academic dishonesty will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student
who is reported twice for academic dishonesty is subject to summary dismissal from
the University. In such a case, the Academic Council will then make a recommendation
to the President, who will make the final decision.
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STUDENTS WITH LEARNING OR OTHER DISABILITIES
John Cabot University does not discriminate on the basis of disability or handicap.
Students with approved accommodations must inform their professors at the beginning
of the term. Please see the website for the complete policy.
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SCHEDULE
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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE PROFESSOR’S DISCRETION.
Please check MyJCU daily for homework assignments and handouts.
Week 1 (Aug. 29-31)
Introductions - In-class writing activity: "About Me"
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Vacanze e turismo" (Vacations and Tourism)
Week 2 (Sep. 5-7)
Class discussion on La prova orale: "Razzismo e immigrazione" (Immigration and Racism)
Begin reading Scontro di civiltà per un ascensore a Piazza Vittorio (Clash of Civilization Over an Elevator in Piazza Vittorio)
Essential Grammar: imperfect/past perfect
Week 3 (Sep. 12-14)
Readings and excercises from La prova orale: "Lavoro"
(Work)
Essential Grammar: present and past subjunctive
Week 4 (Sep. 19-20)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Giovani"
(Young People)
Scontro di civiltà: reading and discussion
Quiz 1
Week 5 (Sep. 26-28)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Genitori e figli" (Parents and Children)
Essential Grammar: imperfect and pluperfect subjunctive/uses of subjunctive
Week 6 (Oct. 3-5)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Arte e patrimonio artistico"
(Art and Artistic Patrimony)
Oral Presentation 1
Week 7 (Oct. 10-12)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Politica"
(Politics)
Midterm Review
MIDTERM EXAM: October 12
Week 8 (Oct. 17-19)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Alimentazione e biotecnologia" (Food and Biotechnology)
Essential Grammar: "if clauses"
Week 9 (Oct. 24-26)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Scuola" (School)
Quiz 2
Week 10 (Oct. 31-Nov. 2)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Matrimonio sì, matrimonio no" (Marriage: yes or no)
Essential Grammar: remote past
Week 11 (Nov. 7-9)
View film
Week 12 (Nov. 14-16)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale: "Donna moderna" (Modern woman)
Quiz 3
Week 13 (Nov. 21-23)
Readings and exercises from La prova orale
Oral Presentation 2
Week 14 (Nov. 28-30)
Final Review
FINAL EXAMINATIONS: December 3 - December 9
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