Italian classes for Adults
All the Italian classes at Casa Italiana are held in full immersion and English is used only when needed.
The primary objective of all courses is to encourage and develop speaking and comprehension skills.
Levels are based on the CEFRL (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
You can easily find the class that best suits your level and your goals.
If you are not sure about your level of knowledge of the language, schedule a Placement Test.
Note: all the in-person classes are at 595 Third Street.
BEGINNER CLASSES
Students with no prior knowledge of the Italian language will communicate in simple, everyday situations. Course includes practice in reading, writing and basic grammar.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sun. 9:30AM - 12:00 PM;
Instructor: TBD
Starts: April 10 - July 17
Sec. 2 Mon. 6:30 - 9:00 PM ;
Instructor: TBD ONLINE
Starts: April 11 - July 10
Sec. 3 Tues. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: TBD
Starts: April 19 - July 5
Sec. 4 Thur. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Sandro Puiatti
Starts: April 14 - June 30
Beginner 1
Beginner 2
Designed for those with basic knowledge of the language, this course provides practice in conversation and introduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 10:00 AM -12:30 PM;
Instructor: Marzia Catania ONLINE
Starts: April 23 - July 9
Sec. 2 Mon. 6:30 - 9:00 PM ;
Instructor: Sandro Puiatti ONLINE
Starts: April 11 - July 10
Sec. 3 Tues. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Raffaella Nolan
Starts: April 12 - June 28
Sec. 4 Thur. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Clorinda Guida
Starts: April 14 - June 30
Beginner 3
Students will complete an overview of the basic Italian grammar focusing as well on speaking, reading and writing skills.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 10:00 AM -12:30 PM;
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari ONLINE
Starts: April 23 - July 9
Sec. 2 Tues. 6:30 - 9:00 PM; ONLINE
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari
Starts: April 12 - June 28
Sec. 3 Wed. 6:30 - 9:00 PM; ONLINE
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari
Starts: April 13 - June 29
Intensive Beginner 1
meets twice per week
Students with no prior knowledge of the Italian language will communicate in simple, everyday situations. Course includes practice in reading, writing and basic work in grammar.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Mon. & Wed. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: TBD
Starts: April 18 - May 25
Tue. & Thurs. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Gerardo Albanese
Starts: April 19 – May 26
Intensive Beginner 2
meets twice per week
For students with basic knowledge of the language, this course provides practice in conversation and introduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Mon. & Wed. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Marzia Catania
Starts: June 1 - July 13
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Gerardo Albanese
Starts: May 31 - July 7
Intensive Beginner 3
meets twice per week
Students will complete an overview of the basic Italian grammar focusing as well on speaking, reading and writing skills.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Mon. & Wed. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Marzia Catania
Starts: April 18 - May 25
Intensive Italian for Travelers
Planning a trip to Italy? This class is designed for those traveling to Italy for business or pleasure. Learn about the transportation systems, currency and culture, idiomatic phrases to help you get a taxi, asking/receiving directions, making reservations, shopping, food selection and, of course, making new friends!
Sec. 1 Sat.10:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Instructor: Laura Vinti ONLINE
14 hours: Tuition $320
Sec. 2 Sat. 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM;
Instructor: Laura Vinti ONLINE
14 hours: Tuition $320
Dates: Sat: April 23rd, 30th; May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th; June 4th.
The learning material ($ 20) will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Beginner Review
Through grammar and reading S. Ciani and S. Gavelli‘s book, “Scoprire l’Italia”, students will review the major challenges in Italian grammar, including the verb system, areas of contrast with the English language, and some vocabulary issues.
They will discover Italy through a treasure hunt with stops in Florence, Naples, Venice, Siena, Milan, and Agrigento. This course is focused on improving grammar and fluency.
Course book: Scoprire l’Italia; Authors: S.Ciani and S. Gavelli., Longo S.- Cideb.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 10:00 AM -12:30 PM;
Instructor: Clorinda Guida ONLINE
Starts: April 16 - July 7
Sec. 2 Mon. 6:30PM - 9:00PM;
Instructor: TBD ONLINE
Starts: April 18 - July 10
Sec. 3 Tues. 6:30 - 9:00 PM; ONLINE
Instructor: Clorinda Guida
Starts: April 12 – June 28
INTERMEDIATE CLASSES
Intermediate 1
Students will deal with more complex Italian grammar and syntax to enable them to express themselves in various verbal modes: present, past and future.
Course book: New Italian Espresso 2; Authors: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 9:30 AM -12:00 PM; ONLINE
Instructor: TBD
Starts: April 23 - July 9
Sec. 2 Tues. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi ONLINE
Starts: April 12 - June 28
Sec. 3 Thur. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari ONLINE
Starts: April 14 - June 30
Intermediate 2
Enriched vocabulary and advanced grammatical structures will enable students to handle a number of interactive, task-oriented social situations.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Course book: New Italian Espresso 2; Author: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Sec. Thursday. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Bahie D'Ambrosio ONLINE
Starts: April 21 - July 7
Intermediate 3
This course will cover the last chapters of the book “New Italian Espresso 2”. Emphasis will be on stylistic and idiomatic expressions to reinforce the student’s speaking and reading abilities.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Course book: New Italian Espresso 2; Author: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Sec. 1 Sat. 10:00 AM -12:30 PM;
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi ONLINE
Starts: April 16 - July 7
Sec. 2 Mon. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Bahie D'Ambrosio ONLINE
Starts: April 11 - July 10
Sec. 3 Tues. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: TBD
Starts: April 12 – June 28
Intermediate Review
Students will strengthen their oral and writing ability through exercises and creative practices, which may include reading of articles, stories, class discussion, role playing activities and use of multimedia resources.
Course book: Bar Italia; Author Di Francesco A. – Naddeo C. M.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 9:30 AM -12:00 PM;
Instructor: Federia Petracci ONLINE
Starts: April 16 - July 7
Sec. 2 Mon. 6:30 - 9:00 PM; ONLINE
Instructor: Claudio Pedone
Starts: April 18 - July 25
ADVANCED CLASSES
Advanced 1
Through in-depth study of grammatical and conversational structures, the students will refine their knowledge of Italian fundamental and idiomatic expressions.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Course book: Piazza Italia 2; Author Morano V., Muzzi A. – Alma Edizioni + Nuova Grammatica Praticata della Lingua Italiana; Author Nocchi S. – Alma Edizioni
Sec. Thur. 6:30 - 9:00 PM ;
Instructor: Francesco Da Vela ONLINE
Starts: April 21 - July 7
Advanced 2
Fluency in Italian will be provided through spontaneous conversation and review of stylistic expressions and refined grammar patterns.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Course book: Course book: Piazza Italia 2; Author Morano V., Muzzi A. – Alma Edizioni + Nuova Grammatica Praticata della Lingua Italiana; Author Nocchi S. – Alma Edizioni
Sat. 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM;
Instructor: Raffaella Nolan ONLINE
Starts: April 23 - July 9
Advanced 3
Proficiency in Italian will be enhanced through refined idiomatic expressions and more advanced grammar patterns.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Course book: Nuovo Qui Italia Piu’; Authors Mazzetti A, Manili P., Bagianti M. R.. – Le Monnier
NOT OFFERED IN SPRING SESSION
Advanced Review
The course is designed for students who have completed the advanced courses and want to keep practicing their reading comprehension, expand their vocabulary, brush up on their grammar and acquire better fluency.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Tue. 6:30 – 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Federica Petracci ONLINE
Starts: April 12 - June 28
The learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Sec. 2 Wed. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Francesco Da Vela ONLINE
Starts: April 13 - June 29
Course book: Caccia ai Tesori; Author Filippone A., Radicchi S. – Loescher
Advanced Review Higher Level
The course is taught entirely in Italian and is designed for advanced higher-level students. The course aims at motivating students to expand their reading comprehension skills and vocabulary through reading excerpts of literary fiction, magazines, and newspaper articles. Students will be also exposed to videos and short movies to strengthen their oral comprehension. Fluency will be enhanced through class discussions.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Tues. 6:00 – 8:30 PM;
Instructor: TBD
Starts: April 12 - June 28
The learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor (not included in the tuition).
NOT OFFERED IN SPRING
VOCI DI AUTORI ITALIANI
In this advanced course, students will discover some of the most important Italian authors of the second half of the Nineteenth century and contemporary writers. They will read excerpts of some famous books and articles of renowned journalists, always supported by short biographies of the authors. Students will work on new vocabulary, discuss various themes and topics, examine different writing styles and language structures. They will also listen to some interviews with the authors. Some grammar topics will be reviewed upon request of the class.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
The learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Thurs. 6:30 – 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Federica Petracci ONLINE
Starts: April 14 - June 30
Deep Into Italian Review
Taught entirely in Italian this course is designed for post-advanced students who have reached a high level of proficiency and would like to further expand their knowledge of the language. Emphasis will be placed on specialized points of grammar, advanced vocabulary study and theme-based class discussions, in order to strengthen fluency and communication skills. Students will read some chapters of "I Promessi Sposi" by Alessandro Manzoni.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Thurs. 5:00 – 7:30 PM;
Instructor: Antonella Longoni ONLINE
Starts: April 14 - June 30
The learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor (not included in the tuition).
CONVERSATION CLASSES
INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION
on Sunday
ISOLE INTORNO ALLA PIU`BELLA PENISOLA DEL MONDO (Eolie, Egadi, Tremiti) - Terza Parte
A course designed for intermediate students. In this course students will discover the islands (famous and not) around Italy. They are certainly worth visiting at least once in a lifetime when it comes to breathtaking landscapes, picturesque port cities and postcard beaches. During the course students will refine and review relevant points of grammar and critique a sample of movie passages. Through guided discussions students will improve their conversational skills and as always, they will have activities involving speaking, reading, listening and some writing
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sun. 9:30 AM -12:00 PM;
Instructor: Silvana De Luca ONLINE
Starts: April 10 - July 17
INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION
on Thursday
Are you ready for a journey to Italy? Fasten your seatbelt! In this course, students discuss, investigate, and learn about contemporary Italian society & culture. Incorporating the rich traditions of the Bel Paese, we will explore today’s Italy through the lens of pivotal themes, such as food, fashion, family dynamics, and the arts
The learning material will be provided by the course's instructor.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Thurs. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Elisa Sartore ONLINE
Starts: April 21 - July 7
ADVANCED CONVERSATION
on Monday
This Italian Advanced Conversation Course introduces the New Textbook “NUOVO MAGARI C1/C2” that aims to teach Italian Language & Culture through 5 different Macro-Thematic Areas (Geography, Society, Art, Language, and History), in which the student navigates to learn more about the Italy of yesterday and today, using all four main language skills: speaking, listening, reading, writing. This textbook is particularly good for students that have already an Intermediate level of Italian Language (preferably B1/B2 Level) and wanting to refresh and improve their skills at the Advanced Level (C1/C2) of Italian language.
Course book: Nuovo Magari C1/C2—Corso di Lingua & Cultura Italiana di Livello Intermedio/Avanzato / Authors: Alessandro De Giuli—Carlo Guastalla—Ciro Massimo Naddeo.
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Mon. 6:30 - 9:00 PM;
Instructor: Maria Fleri ONLINE
Starts: April 11 – July 17
ADVANCED CONVERSATION
on Saturday
A course designed for advanced students. Through the reading of the book "Mosaico Italia" that is particularly representative of the Italian contemporary society, students will improve their conversational skills and fluency through discussions. Some points of grammar will be reviewed.
Course book: Mosaico Italia - Eilingua
Tuition: $385 (book not included)
Sat. 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM;
Instructor: Bahie D'Ambrosio ONLINE
Starts: April 23 - July 9
MORNING COURSES
From 10AM to 12 PM
All classes meet once a week except Intensive Classes meet twice a week
Tuition: $330 / 12 weeks / Book not included
BEGINNER 1
Students with no prior knowledge of the Italian language will communicate in simple, everyday situations. Course includes practice in reading, writing and basic work in grammar.
Sec. 1Tues. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Apr.19 – Jun. 28; Instr. M. Catania ONLINE
Sec. 2 Thurs. 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM; April 21 – July 7; Instr. G. Albanese
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
INTENSIVE BEGINNER 1 ONLINE
Students with no prior knowledge of the Italian language will communicate in simple, everyday situations. Course includes practice in reading, writing and basic work in grammar.
Mon. & Wed. 10AM - 12PM; Starts April 18 – May 25 Instructor: TBD
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
BEGINNER 2
Designed for those with basic knowledge of the language, this course provides practice in conversation and introduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures.
Sec. 1Tues. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; April 19 – June 28; Instr. TBD ONLINE
Sec. 2 Thurs. 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM; April 21 – July 7; Instr. C. Guida
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Author:s P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
INTENSIVE BEGINNER 2 ONLINE
Designed for those with basic knowledge of the language, this course provides practice in conversation and introduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures.
Mon. & Wed. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; June 1 – July 13 Instructor: TBD
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
BEGINNER 3
Se.1 Tue 10AM - 12PM; April 12 – June 28; Instr. TBD
ONLINE
Sec. 2 Wed 10.30AM- 12.30PM; April 20– July 6; Instr. Clorinda Guida - ONLINE
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Author:s P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Are you busy during the day and can't find a minute to learn your favorite language? Are you planning to travel to Italy soon and want to be ready for the Italian jet leg? Do you always wake up early in the morning and don't know how to spend the time before work? No problem! Casa Italiana Language School offers you the possibility of an Italian course suitable for you: Italy lively course The Italian course tailored for you!
The learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Sec. 1 Mon & Thurs. 6AM - 7.30AM ONLINE
Starts: April 25 - May 26 / Tuition $300 / Instr. C. Guida
Sec. 2 Tues. 6AM - 7.30AM ONLINE
Starts: April 26 - June 7 / Tuition $170 / Instr. C. Guida
Sec. 3 Wed. 6AM - 7.30AM ONLINE
Starts: April 27 - June 8 / Tuition $170 / Instr. C. Guida
Sec. 4 Fri. 6AM- 7:30 AM. ONLINE
Starts: April 29 - June 10 / Tuition: $170
ITALY LIVELY COURSE – The Italian course tailored for you
NEW
AFTERNOON COURSES
Classes meet once a week from 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Cost: $330 (12 weeks/24 hours) / Book not included
BEGINNER 1
Sec 1. Mon. 4 - 6 PM; Starts: April 11 – July 10 Instr. TBD ONLINE
Sec. 2 Wed. 4 - 6 PM; Starts: April 20 – July 6 Instr. G. Albanese
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni
BEGINNER 3
Sec 1. Tue. 4 - 6 PM; Starts: April 12 – June 28 Instr. TBD
Sec. 2 Thurs. 4 - 6 PM; Starts: April 21 – July 7 Instr. TBD ONLINE
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni
BEGINNER 2
Sec. 1 Tue. 4:00-6:00 PM; April 12 – June 28; Instr. TBD ONLINE
Sec. 2 Wed. 4:00-6:00 PM; April 20 – July 6; Instr. TBD
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni
INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION
Sec. 1 Mon. 4:00-6:00 PM; April 11 – July 10; Instr. TBD ONLINE
Sec. 2 Wed. 4:00-6:00 PM; April 20 – July 6; Instr. B. D'Ambrosio ONLINE
TUTORIALS AND SMALL CLASSES
TUTORIALS
“One-on-One” $65/hr per person
“One-on-Two” $50/hr per person
“One-on-Three” $45/hr per person
SMALL CLASSES
A course with less than six students will open at following cost (20 hours):
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With 5 students: $320
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With 4 students: $350
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With 3 students: $450
A course with less than six students will open at following cost (15 hours):
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With 5 students: $260
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With 4 students: $300
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With 3 students: $400
BREAK LUNCH COURSES
Break lunch courses from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
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Beginner 1-Intermediate 1-Conversation/ Monday
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Beginner 2-Intermediate 2-Conversation / Tuesday
It meets once a week for 12 weeks (total of 12 hrs.) $180
For more info contact the office.