LANGUAGES ITALIAN – YEAR 9 ELECTIVE SUBJECT – TWO SEMESTERS
Learning Focus This course focuses on the students’ ability to use Italian to communicate in both written and oral forms, in order to consolidate prior knowledge of the language whilst gradually extending their skills. Students exchange information, ask questions, and provide opinions using both formal and informal modes of communication. Students listen to and read information in order to respond effectively within written and oral tasks. An appreciation of the Italian language and culture through consolidated understanding of both grammatical concepts and cultural traditions is the overall focus of this course. Victorian Curriculum Strands Communicating Students will be able to: • Ask and respond to questions in Italian • Expand upon their understanding of Italian verbs both regular and irregular • Consolidate and extend their understanding of the grammar of Italian • Talk about clothing and shopping • Order food and drinks • Ask about prices • Talk about food and eating habits • Discuss the weather • Talk about health • Make simple plans and accept invitations Understanding Students will learn about and develop an appreciation for: • The geography and features of Italian cities • The similarities and differences between Italian and English grammar • The similarities and differences between Italian and Australian cultures • Formal and informal modes of address and their cultural significance
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Class quizzes Unit tests Oral tasks Written tasks Aural tasks Reading/viewing tasks Multi modal tasks Semester One Examination Year 9 Course Handbook 2023- Page | 26
