Course Description

Learners who choose to continue studying Italian in S4 will build on the significant work they will have done during the beginners’ course in S3, in terms of vocabulary, grammar and the skills they have developed in Reading, Listening, Talking and Writing. The S4 Italian course will help learners to become more confident in their handling of language and allow them to express more confidently themselves in Italian, in both speaking and writing.

Skills and Topics Learners will continue to develop their skills in Reading, Listening, Talking and Writing. From the four contexts of Society, Learning, Employability and Culture, pupils will cover topics such as: home area and the environment, holidays, school life, technology, film/TV, food/drink, healthy living, family relationships, and the world of work.

As part of the S4 course, learners will also learn about the culture of Italy, including Italian cinema and music.

Teaching Approaches and Resources

Those studying Italian will learn to work independently as well as in pairs or small groups and they will have the opportunity to learn via a variety of activities developing language and communication skills. Lessons will regularly be conducted in Italian for learners to develop their Listening and Talking skills. There remains an emphasis on games and active learning strategies to reinforce and practise new vocabulary

Learners will also be encouraged to make use of iPads and technology to research their own interests in Italian and to develop further their Reading skills. They will also continue to make use of various websites and apps to improve their digital skills alongside their language skills.

Possible Careers

• Air cabin crew

• Airline customer service agent

• Airport information assistant

• Immigration officer

• Car rental agent

• Customs officer

• EFL teacher

• Events manager

• Tour manager

• Resort representative

• Interpreter

• Cooking

• Tourist guide

• Retail buyer

• Retail and customer services

• Travel and tourism

• Tourist information assistant

• Events management

• Translating

• Travel agent

• Marketing

• Journalism

• Teaching (primary and secondary)

• Business management

• Interpreting

• Computing and ICT-related jobs

• Administration

• Performing arts

• Hospitality / hotel work

• Speech and language therapy

• Law

• International aid work