Intensive Italian, Culture, and Conversation - Penn in Florence

This course, taught in Italian, has been designed to enhance the students¿ reading, speaking, and listening abilities in Italian and to enrich their knowledge of Italian culture. Aspects of contemporary culture, civilization, and current events will be explored through the discussion of articles, short stories, selections from novels, movies, and documentaries. Students will have the opportunity to practice the language in context and use a variety of formats, including debates, role plays, scene analysis, and quote or text interpretation. The course requires students to explore the city and its cultural landscape, starting with group forays and proceeding through meetings and interviews.