Casa Italiana Language School
SUMMER PROGRAM 2023
ALL CLASSES ARE OFFERED ONLINE
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 work in grammar.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $ 275 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 10:00 AM -12:00 PM;
Instructor: Gerardo Albanese
Starts: July 15 – Sept. 02
Sec. 2 Sun. 10:00 AM -12:00 PM;
Instructor: Giancarlo Cardone
Starts: July 09 – August 27
Sec. 3 Mon. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Maria Santarelli
Starts: July 10 - August 28
Sec. 4 Tues.6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Maria Santarelli
Starts: July 11 - August 29
Sec. 5 Wed. 6:00 - 8:00 PM; FULL
Instructor:Maria Santarelli
Starts: July 12 - August 30
Beginner 1
meets once a week for 8 weeks
Beginner 2
meets once a week for 8 weeks
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: $ 275 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 10:00 AM -12:00 PM;
Instructor: Giancarlo Cardone
Starts: July 22 - Sept. 09
Sec. 2 Sun. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
Starts: July 9 - August 27
Sec. 3 Mon. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi FULL
Starts: July 11 - August 29
Sec. 4 Wed. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari
Starts: July 12 - August 30
Beginner 3
meets once a week for 8 weeks
Course is an overview of the basic Italian grammar focusing 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: $ 275 (book not included)
Sec. 1 Sat. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari
Starts: July 15 – Sept. 02
Sec. 2 Tues. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Maria Carmela Amodio
Starts: July 11 – August 29
Sec. 3 Thurs. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: TBD
Starts: July 13 – August 31
Intensive Beginner 1
meets twice per week - 6 weeks
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.6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Gerardo Albanese
Starts: July 10 - August 16
Tues. & Thurs. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Giancarlo Cardone
Starts: July 18 - August 24
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!
Sat.10:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Instructor: Anna Siciliano
14 hours: Tuition $275
Dates: Sat: July 15th, 22nd, 29th, August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.
Learning material ($ 20) will be provided by the course’s instructor.
INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED CLASSES
Enriched vocabulary and advanced grammatical structures will enable students to handle a number of interactive, task-oriented social situations.
Course book: New Italian Espresso– Intermediate/Advanced; Authors: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni
Tuition: $ 275 (book not included)
Sat. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
Starts: July 15 – Sept. 02
Intermediate 2
meets once a week for 8 weeks
Through in-depth study of grammatical and conversational structures, students will refine their knowledge of Italian fundamental and idiomatic expressions.
Course book: Nuovo Qui Italia Piu`; Authors ; A. Mazzetti, P. Manili, M.R.–
Tuition: $ 275 (book not included)
Tue. 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM;
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
Starts: July 11 – August 29
Advanced 2
meets once a week for 8 weeks
REVIEW CLASSES
Beginner Review
meets once a week for 8 weeks
Through the grammar and reading of the book by S. Ciani and S. Gavelli “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; Autor: S.Ciani and S. Gavelli., Longo S.- Cideb
Tuition: $ 275 (book not included)
Tue. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari
Starts: July 12 – August 30
Grammar Review
meets once a week for 8 weeks
Requested by our students, this course will help anyone who wants to reinforce the understanding and application of basic Italian grammar. Each class will focus on a specific topic through drills, activities and games. The course is contingent upon reaching a minimum number of students.
Learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Tuition: $ 275 (book not included)
Thurs. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari
Starts: July 13 - August 31
Intermediate Review
meets once a week for 8 weeks
In this course students at an Intermediate level will review the most important rules of the Italian grammar as: the difference between imperfetto and passato prossimo, the modal verbs; the present and past conditional, the subjunctive, the double pronouns, the Italian periodo ipotetico. Students will also read articles in order to improve their vocabulary and their conversational skills.
Learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Tuition: $ 275 (book not included)
Wed. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
Starts: July 12 – August 30
CONVERSATION CLASSES
Basic Conversation 1
meets once a week for 8 weeks
ITALIAN EASY READER – PASTA PER DUE
What happens when we visit a foreign country and we don't really know the language? Lots of misunderstandings! That's exactly what happens to Minni when she arrives in Italy for the very first time. This original short story is easy to follow and great for improving your language skills. Expand your vocabulary, improve comprehension and consolidate grammar with helpful footnotes and a variety of exercises, or listen to the reading by professional actors.
Course book: Pasta per due; Author: Giovanni Ducci – Alma Edizioni
Tuition: $ 275 (8 weeks)
Wed. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Maria Carmela Amodio
Starts: July 12 – August 30
Basic Conversation 2
meets once a week for 8 weeks
ITALIAN EASY READER – AMORE IN PARADISO
Pippo is a special kind of angel: he helps men and women to find love. But one day it's Pippo who falls in love... An original short story is easy to follow and great for improving your language skills. Expand your vocabulary, improve comprehension and consolidate grammar with helpful footnotes and a variety of exercises, or listen to the reading by professional actors.
Course book: Amore in Paradiso; Author: Giovanni Ducci – Alma Edizioni
Tuition: $ 275 (8 weeks)
Mon. 6:00 - 8:00 PM;
Instructor: Maria Carmela Amodio
Starts: July 10 – August 28
Intermediate Conversation
meets once a week for 8 weeks
CONTEMPORARY ITALY
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.
Learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Tuition: $ 275 (8 weeks)
Mon. 6:00 - 8:00 PM; FULL
Instructor: Clorinda Guida
Starts: July 10 - August 28
Advanced Conversation
meets once a week for 8 weeks
Advanced students with an excellent command of Italian will converse on social issues elicited from video, articles and excerpts provided by the instructor. The course is geared to improve conversation and fluency. Written and oral productions are encouraged. Grammar will be covered as it emerges from class discussions.
Learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Tuition: $275 (8 weeks)
Sat. 10:00 - 12:00 PM;
Instructor: Clorinda Guida
Starts: July 15 – Sept. 2
MORNING COURSES
From 10AM to 12 PM
All classes meet once a week
Tuition: $275 / 8 weeks
BEGINNER 1
Sec. 1 Mon. 10AM - 12PM; Starts: July 10 – August 28;
Instr. Gerardo Albanese
Sec. 2 Tues. 10AM - 12PM; Starts: July 11 – August 29;
Instr. Giancarlo Cardone
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
BEGINNER 2
Sec. 1 Mon. 10AM - 12PM; Starts: July 10 - August 28;
Instr. Giancarlo Cardone
Sec. 2 Wed. 10AM - 12PM; Starts: July 12 - August 30;
Instr. Gerardo Albanese
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Sec. 1 Mon. 10AM - 12PM; Starts: July 10 – August 28;
Instr. Giuseppe Villari
Sec. 2 Wed. 10AM - 12PM; Starts: July 12 - August 30;
Instr. Giuseppe Villari
Course book: New Italian Espresso; Author: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)