Elementary Italian I

This is a year's introductory course in conversation geared to giving students a command of the everyday spoken language and grammar with a special concentration on the culture and mores of the Italian-speaking people. Students are drilled in the practical usage of the language while gaining a basic knowledge of Italian civilization. Self-expression is developed through the use of dialogues, skits, and audiovisual aids. These courses are not open to students with two or more years of high school Italian and/or the NITL student group.