Program Structure
You will strengthen your Italian knowledge using Nuovo Espresso 6 and reading an Italian novel chosen by your teacher. Your Italian will get stronger, perfectioning your grammar knowledge and your reading skills.
A series of 15 classes. 2 hours long, focused on studying, reading and discussing one of the main Italian classic literature novels.
In the Summer and Fall Term, the group will focus on “La storia“, by Elsa Morante.
With our instructor, Mattia Milone, we will read through this Classic of Italian Literature and discuss this novel published in 1974 and set in Rome during and after the last war (1941-47). It represents the pinnacle of Elsa Morante’s life experience.
You will read along with your classmates high Italian literature novels, written by renowned Italian novelists, discussing their main points exclusively in Italian, under the guidance of your expert teacher Martina.
In this session, students will read the novel “Vita“, by Melania G. Mazzucco, a compelling novel that takes us through the journey of Italian immigrants in America at the beginning of the 20th century.
This beautifully crafted story intertwines history and fiction, delving into themes of love, struggle, and identity.
Through your class discussions, you will explore the historical and cultural impact of this powerful narrative, using it as a gateway to better comprehend the Italian immigrant experience. It’s a unique opportunity to engage with contemporary Italian literature and deepen your connection to our cultural heritage.
2 hours of reading, speaking and conversation at an advanced level, to enjoy speaking Italian as if you were having a cup of coffee with your Italian friends.
Mattia will help students to achieve the goal of reading, speaking and having a conversation about an Italian book.
In the Fall Term we will be reading the book “Cuore Nero” by Silvia Avallone.
Gianna will guide you in a journey of discovery of Italy, focusing each Term on a different Region.
The focus in the Fall Term is on the Lazio Region, with the book “Divorzio all’islamica a Viale Marconi” by Amara Lakhous.
The reading and short tube videos will inspire you to discuss and learn about this region and explore current Italian issues as well.
You will also revise some grammar topics, starting from the conversation that the book and videos will inspire.
A 10$ nonrefundable registration fee will be automatically added at checkout.
Books are not included in the enrollment price.
DISCOUNTS
BRING A FRIEND: If you enroll with a friend (new to IIS), you both get a 10% discount
ENROLL IN 2 GROUPS: if you enroll in 2 groups, you will get a 15% discount on the second group's enrollment (the less expensive)
PRIVATE CLASSES: if you are enrolled in a group, you can purchase private classes with a 10% discount
BULK REGISTRATION: if you enroll in 2 or more Terms at the same time, you will not pay the $10 registration fee and will get an additional 10% discount
To get these discounts, send an email to italianschool@sfiis.org
