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ITAL1010 – I Italian Studies 1
2023 – Session 1, Online-flexible
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit coordinator and tutor
Emilio Lomonaco
Contact via emilio.lomonaco@mq.edu.au
Room B312, Level 3, 25B Wally's Walk
Mondays and Wednesdays 2-4 pm
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Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is for beginners or near-beginners in Italian, and presupposes no prior knowledge of the language. The unit provides a systematic study of the basic grammar and idioms of standard Italian. It has an essentially practical aim directed at functional language usage, and oral and written expression. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the Italian language.
- ULO2: Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of Italian-speaking cultures and societies.
- ULO3: Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of Italian at elementary level.
- ULO4: Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
- ULO5: Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use in both Italian and English.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Submission Penalty
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a mark of‚ 0 (zero) will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical issue.
This late penalty will apply to non-timed sensitive assessment (incl essays, reports, posters, portfolios, journals, recordings etc). Late submission of time sensitive tasks (such as tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, scheduled practical assessments/labs etc) will only be addressed by the unit convenor in a Special consideration application. Special Consideration outcome may result in a new question or topic.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Weekly Preparation and Participation | 10% | No | 0n-going |
| Written Tests | 20% | No | 23:59 on9/04/2023 and 14/05/2023 |
| Oral Presentation | 15% | No | 23:59 on 04/06/2023 |
| Final Test | 35% | No | 23:59 on 04/06/2023 |
| Online Quizzes | 20% | No | 23:59 on 19/03/23, 02/04/23, 30/04/23, 10/05/23 & 28/05/23 |
Weekly Preparation and Participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: 0n-going
Weighting: 10%
Weekly activities to check and confirm active engagement with course material.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of Italian-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of Italian at elementary level.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
Written Tests
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 23:59 on9/04/2023 and 14/05/2023
Weighting: 20%
These written tests cover the material present in the books chapter studied up to that point.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the Italian language.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of Italian at elementary level.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
Oral Presentation
Assessment Type 1: Simulation/role play
Indicative Time on Task 2: 8 hours
Due: 23:59 on 04/06/2023
Weighting: 15%
Students are required to prepare and perform a role play in Italian.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the Italian language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of Italian-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of Italian at elementary level.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
Final Test
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: 23:59 on 04/06/2023
Weighting: 35%
The final test covers all material studied in the unit.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the Italian language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of Italian-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of Italian at elementary level.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
- Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use in both Italian and English.
Online Quizzes
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 23:59 on 19/03/23, 02/04/23, 30/04/23, 10/05/23 & 28/05/23
Weighting: 20%
Online assessment covering individual book chapters. These exercises are based on the workbook material accompanying the text book.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the Italian language.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of Italian at elementary level.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Required and recommended texts
The textbook set for this unit is Prego! An Invitation to Italian, 8th Edition by Graziana Lazzarino et. al., New York, 2011.
The prescribed text is essential for this unit. Both the textbook AND the Workbook must be purchased - electronic versions are also acceptable. Students are encouraged to purchase a middle size dictionary for this unit. Students intending to continue further with Italian, should consider purchasing a bigger dictionary.
TECHNOLOGY USED AND REQUIRED
Online Unit
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Technology
Students are required to have regular access to a computer and the internet. Mobile devices alone are not sufficient.
For students attending classes on campus we strongly encourage that you bring along your own laptop computer, ready to work with activities in your online unit. The preferred operating system is Windows 10.
Students are required to access the online unit in iLearn by the end of Week 1 and follow any relevant instructions and links for downloads that may be required. If applicable, students are required to download the relevant language package prior to Week 2.
Please contact your course convenor before the end of Week 1 if you do not have a suitable laptop (or tablet) for in-class use.
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Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
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Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
- Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
- Access StudyWISE
- Upload an assignment to Studiosity
- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
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- IT Support
- Accessibility and disability support with study
- Mental health support
- Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault
- Social support including information about finances, tenancy and legal issues
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Student Enquiries
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IT Help
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Unit information based on version 2023.02 of the Handbook