This conversation course is designed for beginner students who want to enhance both their fluency and the quality of their spoken Italian. Students must have completed PLIDA Beginner A1.1 or have informally acquired a similar level of proficiency. The course can be taken independently or alongside PLIDA Beginner A1.2 to further expand vocabulary and communication skills. Throughout the course, learners will practice common expressions and build confidence in daily conversations while exploring Italian culture.

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In this introductory course, students will learn fundamental phonetic, grammatical, and lexical structures through conversations and simple dialogues. This course teaches students to greet formally and informally, introduce themselves, share and request contact information, discuss their age and feelings, and communicate in a classroom setting. They will learn to start conversations, introduce others, apologize, thank people, make reservations, order food, and ask for the bill. Additionally, students will discuss hobbies, likes and dislikes, express agreement and disagreement, count to 100, and ask and answer questions about the time.

Textbook: NUOVO ESPRESSO PLUS 1-libro + audio e video online (Unit 1 to 4) 

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Building upon the foundation provided by level 101, students in this course will further develop their linguistic competency in comprehension, writing, reading and oral communication. The course covers various aspects of communication and interaction in Italian, such as describing a house, daily life, talking about the weather, discussing your weekend and vacation. In addition to language skills, the course also focuses on Italian culture.

Textbook: NUOVO ESPRESSO PLUS 1-libro + audio e video online (Unit 5 to 7)   

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Building upon the foundation provided by level A1.1, students in this course will further develop their linguistic competency in comprehension, writing, reading and oral communication. The course covers various aspects of communication and interaction in Italian, such as describing a house, daily life, talking about the weather, discussing your weekend and vacation. In addition to language skills, the course also focuses on Italian culture.

Textbook: Nuovo Espresso Plus 1- A1 (Unit 5 to 9, CD Optional)  

With this course, students begin level A2 of language proficiency. They refine their use of verb tenses, enrich their vocabulary, and learn how to communicate with greater precision and confidence. The course covers various aspects of communication and interaction in Italian, such as describing and purchasing clothes, expressing opinions, giving advice, and making proposals, and booking appointments or tickets. In addition to language skills, the course also focuses on Italian culture.

Textbook: Nuovo Espresso Plus 2- A2 (Unit 1 to 4)  

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This course completes level A2 of language proficiency and continues to emphasize the improvement of oral comprehension, writing, reading and oral communication. The course covers various aspects of communication and interaction in Italian, such as discussing the future, expressing intentions and desires, writing job applications, making assumptions and conditions, discussing work and working conditions, storytelling, expressing curiosity and disappointment, describing situations, expressing needs and desires, presenting arguments, and making comparisons. In addition to language skills, the course also focuses on Italian culture. 

Textbook: Nuovo Espresso 2- A2 (Unit 8 to 10, CD Optional)  

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This course completes level A2 of language proficiency and continues to emphasize the improvement of oral comprehension, writing, reading and oral communication. The course covers various aspects of communication and interaction in Italian, such as discussing the future, expressing intentions and desires, writing job applications, making assumptions and conditions, discussing work and working conditions, storytelling, expressing curiosity and disappointment, describing situations, expressing needs and desires, presenting arguments, and making comparisons. In addition to language skills, the course also focuses on Italian culture. 

Textbook: Nuovo Espresso 2- A2 (Unit 8 to 10, CD Optional)  

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This preparatory course is specifically designed for students aiming to take the PLIDA B1 certification exam. It focuses on familiarizing learners with the exam format and requirements, while reinforcing key language skills at the B1 level. Through targeted practice in listening, reading, writing, and speaking, students will review essential grammar and vocabulary, complete sample exam tasks, and develop effective test strategies. The course also includes mock exams and personalized feedback to build confidence and ensure readiness for successfully passing the PLIDA B1 certification.