The course runs Jan. 24–April 10, with 10 live conversation sessions on Wednesdays, starting Jan. 31. Live conversation small groups are scheduled between 5:30–6:30 p.m. See summary for details. (No virtual conversation on March 27).
Register through: January 23, 2024
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Italian 1 is designed for beginning learners who wish to gain a practical knowledge of the Italian language and familiarize themselves with Italian culture. Learn the vocabulary and grammar necessary to communicate effectively in key social situations and while traveling. Emphasis is on reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Prerequisite: None.
You will practice speaking in weekly 30-minute online sessions led by an experienced instructor, with a maximum of 3-6 other participants. In order to get to know all of your classmates, your conversation time will vary between the first or second 30-minute time slot of the hour you registered for. You should be available for either.
The live online sessions begin one week after the scheduled course start date to allow time to work through the first unit of learning material in preparation for the live conversation practice.
Online course materials introduce new grammar and vocabulary and teach pronunciation, listening, and reading skills through videos, audio, and interactive exercises. Budget 3-4 hours a week to work through the online asynchronous content.
Course materials become available online on the scheduled course start date and remain accessible for one month after the course ends.
Want to know more about learning a language online? Read Dr. Julie Dahl's blog post about our online course format.
The required textbook is sold by many online vendors. Make sure to look for ISBN number 9789606931215. It is generally available on Amazon and at MEP Education.
Sections anticipated for spring 2024 (See Upcoming Dates for open sections and more detail):
Wednesdays, Jan. 24–April 10, 5:30–6:30 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation session on March 27)
Wednesdays, Jan. 24–April 10, 6:45–7:45 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation session on March 27)
Tuesdays, Feb. 13–April 30, 5:30–6:30 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation session on March 26)
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By participating in this class you will earn:
| Instructional Hours | 35 |
| University of Wisconsin Continuing Education Units | 3.5 |
$259
The course runs Jan. 24–April 10, with 10 live conversation sessions on Wednesdays, starting Jan. 31. Live conversation small groups are scheduled between 5:30–6:30 p.m. See summary for details. (No virtual conversation on March 27).
Register through: January 23, 2024
All times shown in central time.
$259
The course runs Jan. 24–April 10, with 10 live conversation sessions on Wednesdays, starting Jan. 31. Live conversation small groups are scheduled between 6:45–7:45 p.m. See summary for details. (No virtual conversation on March 27).
Register through: January 23, 2024
All times shown in central time.
$259
The course runs Feb. 13–April 30, with 10 live conversation sessions on Tuesdays, starting Feb. 20. Live conversation small groups are scheduled between 5:30–6:30 p.m. See summary for details. (No virtual conversation on March 26).
Register through: February 12, 2024
All times shown in central time.
Contact Christopher Moore at christopher.moore@wisc.edu or 608-262-7389
Email registrations@pyle.wisc.edu or call 608-262-2451.
(Ph.D. candidate, UW-Madison) Originally from Italy, she has taught beginning through advanced Italian language courses for several years for the Italian department at UW-Madison and outside the academic setting. She is enthusiastic about working with adult learners since they bring different perspectives to class. She is inspired by their self-motivation, especially their curiosity about Italian culture and history.
(MA, Middlebury College; PhD, City Univ. of New York Graduate Center) has instructed Italian language and literature in a variety of settings over the past 25 years. Her background in linguistics gives her a unique perspective on the Italian language and a passion for working with adults learning a second, third or fourth language.