AIS: Italian
| Convener: |
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| Rosetta D'Angelo |
About the Minor
Italian language students at Ramapo work in small classes and receive close, individualized attention and encouragement from their professors. In addition, technical support and personal assistance are available in the Electronic Learning Facility (ELF). The Electronic Learning Facility is a ultra-modern lab where, leading-edge technology allows interactive communications around the world.
In all our courses, Italian language is used as often as possible. Classes are conducted with an emphasis on oral communication, but writing, reading and the study of grammar are fully incorporated in our methodology. The appropriate sequence of courses enables a student to acquire a degree of fluency in the language and some insight into the diverse cultural aspects of the countries where the language is spoken.
Additional materials are inserted in the general syllabus in order to motivate the students to participate effectively in their language acquisition. Cultural features are conveyed in order to present an authentic image of the language community. Texts, documents and other materials are presented with a global perspective, and stimulate honest, critical thinking among students on moral, social, political and economic values. Students are able to enroll in civilization, advanced conversation, cinema, business, or independent study courses.
In today's world, communication of all kinds is of paramount importance. The ability to speak to business associates in their own language both here and abroad can turn awkward and difficult relationships into success stories. World Languages students at Ramapo will learn functional skills that will make them proficient and culturally aware in many areas where language is used such as international affairs, business, multi-national corporations, international trade, import/export, education and culture.
The World Language faculty at Ramapo have native fluency in the language
they teach and are familiar with the latest language instruction techniques
and technology. They are prepared to support their students through
demanding but rewarding courses.
Requirements of the Minor
| Subject & Course # | Title & Course Description |
|---|---|
Required Courses: |
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| LANG 221 | INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN I |
| LANG 222 | INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN II |
| Choose 2 courses at the 300 level chosen from the following: | |
| LANG 325 | ITALIAN CONVERSATION AND COMPOSITION |
| LANG 323 | ITALIAN CIVILIZATION |
| LANG 321 | BUSINESS ITALIAN I |
| INTL 318 | ITALIAN CINEMA* |
| Choose 1 course at the 400 level chosen from the following: | |
| LANG 427 | READINGS IN ITALIAN LITERATURE*** |
| LANG 423 | ADVANCED ITALIAN CONVERSATION AND COMPOSITION |
| LANG 422 | BUSINESS ITALIAN II |
| Students with prior expertise in Italian language may petition for credit by taking the C.L.E.P. test or may complete the five courses required in the minor by taking upper level courses. | |
| ***Will count toward the minor only if the assignments are completed in the target language. | |
| Students may take literature courses on Italian topics in English such as Dante Studies, Italian Renaissance Studies and the Contemporary Italian Novel, and count them toward the minor by completing all required coursework in Italian. | |
Note: A school core is NOT required for completion of the minor. Minors are open to students regardless of school affiliation.
Related Information
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