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Unit of study_

ITLN3612: Italian 8

Semester 2, 2022 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This unit of study offers opportunities for advanced and carefully planned language practice. It aims to develop the student's linguistic awareness and to reflect on the Italian language system as a whole, while dealing with different aspects of Italian contemporary society and culture.

Unit details and rules

Unit code ITLN3612
Academic unit Italian Studies
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
? 
ITLN3202 or ITLN3302
Prerequisites
? 
ITLN3611
Corequisites
? 
None
Assumed knowledge
? 

None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator Daniela Panico, daniela.panico@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Daniela Panico, daniela.panico@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Presentation Oral Presentation
On Canvas
15% Multiple weeks 700 word equivalent
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO1 LO5
Assignment written assignments
On Canvas
10% Multiple weeks 3x300 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5
Participation Seminar participation
n/a
10% Ongoing n/a
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Small test Language Test 1 (Reading & Writing)
On Canvas
15% Week 07 700wd
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO3
Small test Grammar test 1
On Canvas
7.5% Week 08 250 word
Outcomes assessed: LO1
Small test Language Test 2 (Reading & Writing)
On Canvas
15% Week 12 700wd
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO3
Small test Aural/Oral test (Listening test)
On Canvas
10% Week 12 500wd
Outcomes assessed: LO1
Small test Aural/oral test (Speaking test)
On Canvas
10% Week 13 500 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1
Small test Grammar test 2
On Canvas
7.5% Week 13 250 word
Outcomes assessed: LO1

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a High distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a Distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

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WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes

Attendance and class requirements

  • Attendance: According to Faculty Board Resolutions, students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences are expected to attend 90% of their classes. If you attend less than 50% of classes, regardless of the reasons, you may be referred to the Examiner’s Board. The Examiner’s Board will decide whether you should pass or fail the unit of study if your attendance falls below this threshold.
  • Lecture recording: Seminars will generally not be recorded to emphasise the importance of classroom learning experience.
  • Preparation: Students should commit to spend approximately three hours’ preparation time (reading, studying, homework, essays, etc.) for every hour of scheduled instruction. That equates to nine hour of preparation each week.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed on the Library eReserve link available on Canvas.

  • Textbook: Balì, Maria and Ziglio, Luciana (2015) Nuovo Espresso 3, Corso di italiano. Libro dello studente e esercizi. ALMA Edizioni, Firenze.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. possess a body of linguistic and cultural knowledge appropriate to the unit of study’s European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level or equivalent (B2)
  • LO2. use appropriate media, tools and methodologies to locate, access and use information related to the language and culture studied
  • LO3. possess and continue to develop a standard of oral, visual and written communication skills in the foreign language appropriate to the unit of study’s European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level or equivalent (B2)
  • LO4. understand and practise the highest standards of ethical behaviour associated with communication and interactions in a foreign language and culture
  • LO5. learn independently and take responsibility for own learning setting appropriate goals; work effectively in teams and other collaborative contexts.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered

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