Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand language of instruction and foreign languages (language skills)
• Communicate easily and adequately, in both selected foreign languages, at a minimum level of B2 in line with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
• Understand and integrate cultural similarities and differences (cultural and intercultural skills)
• Identify cultural differences and talk about them
• Use lexicographical resources and reference materials to lead linguistic mediation activities individually or as part of a team (professional skills)
• Use printed or electronic dictionaries and reference materials appropriately

Language Combination

Unité d’enseignement de la combinaison linguistique

Learning Outcomes of UE

Upon completion of the language courses of the first module, students will have a good command of Italian at the A2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
<b>Reading Comprehension</b>
Students will be able to :
- read and understand short and simple texts about common and concrete topics ;
- identify standard letters on familiar topics and understand short and simple personal letters ;
- find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements and prospectuses ;
- identify relevant information in simple written samples (letters, short newspaper articles describing facts).
<b>Written Expression</b>
Students will be able to :
- write about everyday aspects of their environment (family, living conditions, educational background, etc.) with simple phrases and sentences linked with simple connectors ;
- write short descriptions of events, past activities and personal experiences; - write short imaginary biographies.
<b>Listening Comprehension</b>
Students will be able to :
- understand phrases and expressions related to areas of most immediate priority (e.g. basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, education) ;
- catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements ;
- understand and extract the essential information from short, recorded passages dealing with predictable everyday matters which are delivered slowly and clearly.
<b>Oral Expression</b>
Students will be able to:
- describe in simple terms aspects of their background and immediate environment;
- tell a simple story of give a short description;
- describe plans, everyday activities, past actions and personal experiences; - give a short, rehearsed presentation on a topic pertinent to their everyday life and cope with straightforward follow up questions.

Content of UE

<b>Reading Comprehension</b>
Commented reading of factual texts.
<b>Written Expression</b>
Class activities centred on the description, narration and expression of personal opinions in familiar and predictable situations using a simple and functional, reasonably correct language. Structural and lexical exercises (functional usage of common phrases and expressions).
Writing exercises.
<b>Listening Comprehension</b>
Commented listening of audio(-visual) recordings.
<b>Oral Expression</b>
Class activities centred on the description, narration and expression of personal opinions in familiar and predictable situations using a simple and functional, reasonably correct language.

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Oral Examination
• Written examination

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Oral examination
• Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable