In this class, students will be taught grammar, reading, and writing skills in the Italian language, and how to speak with proper intonation.

Topics covered in this course include how to introduce oneself, phonetics, the numbers, the days of the week, the months, everyday expressions, the colors, the seasons, food, travel, music, and daily activities.

The class is structured around the strengths and weaknesses of the students to maximize learning.
I am a patient, enthusiastic, positive, challenging, and motivating teacher; I always have a lesson plan, but I can be flexible if required.

Students will interact often with both the teacher and the other students. Speaking with others is a fundamental part of learning a language, as it allows students to become comfortable expressing themselves and permits them to practice and bolster their vocabulary.

This is a beginner's course; all are welcome. No prior knowledge is needed to enroll.

Session I Summary: 
Week 1:  Introduction to vowels and how to read them in Italian words. The sounds of the alphabet. Discuss what makes Italian an easy language to learn and how we can speed up our learning. Learn how to introduce ourselves.

Week 2: Continue to learn the sounds of the letters. How to greet others and use practical Italian vocabulary. The numbers from 0 to 20.

Week 3: The days of the week and how to use them in everyday expressions. 

Week 4: Introduction to "Le parole gentili", or words of politeness. Learn about different Italian foods. 

Week 5: Introduction to colors and associating them with objects and things. 

Week 6: The months of the year. How to write and say the date. Learn our birthdate. Learn the seasons.