ITA 101 - Beginning Italian I

1. interpret written Italian that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extralinguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple fixed expressions in Italian using all the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions, and participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands, and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. identify components of the culture such as: physical (personal space, customs), non-verbal (gestures, music), geographical, arts.