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PLIDA Beginner Itl Class A1.1 WED-2:30 (In-Person)

$350

with Maria Conte

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 2:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

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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-I AM BOOKS, 124 Salem Street, Boston, MA. Tel. 617-530-1106 : https://iambooksboston.com/item/VXnahp3g1isBXYhO6B5KVQ 

 

 

 

 

PLIDA Beginner Itl Class A1.3 WED-2:30(In-Person)

$350

with Rosa Anna Paradiso

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 2:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This course completes level A1 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 going shopping, buying groceries, and asking politely for what they need, describing stores, talking about their work, a typical workday, and their daily routine, describing and talking about their family. In addition to language skills, the course also focuses on Italian culture.

Textbook: NUOVO ESPRESSO PLUS 1- A1 libro + audio e video online (Unit 8 to 10)  

Available:

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PLIDA Beginner Itl Class A1.2 WED-5 (In-Person)

$350

with Rosa Anna Paradiso

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 5 pm, runs for 10 weeks

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)   

Available at:

-AMAZON. Order here: https://www.amazon.com/Nuovo-Espresso-1-Audio-Video-Online/dp/8861828418/ref=sr_1_1?crid=

-I AM BOOKS, 124 Salem Street, Boston, MA. Tel. 617-530-1106 Order here: https://iambooksboston.com/item/VXnahp3g1isBXYhO6B5KVQ

 

 

 

PLIDA Beginner Itl Class A1.3 WED-5 (In-Person)

$350

with Claudia Tortorella

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 5 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This course completes level A1 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 going shopping, buying groceries, and asking politely for what they need, describing stores, talking about their work, a typical workday, and their daily routine, describing and talking about their family. In addition to language skills, the course also focuses on Italian culture.

Textbook: NUOVO ESPRESSO PLUS 1- A1 libro + audio e video online (Unit 8 to 10)  

Available:

@ AMAZON Order here: https://www.amazon.com/Nuovo-Espresso-1-Audio-Video-Online/dp/8861828418/ref=sr_1_1?crid=     

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PLIDA Elementary Conversation Course A2.2 (TERM II) TUE-5 (In-Person)

$350

with Giovanni Palmarini

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 5 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This conversation course is the final term of the elementary level, designed for students who wish to enhance both their fluency and the quality of their spoken Italian. It is intended for learners who have completed PLIDA Elementary A2.1 or have otherwise acquired a comparable level of proficiency. Upon successfully completing this level, students will be able to share experiences, express emotions and opinions, discuss cultural traditions, art, food, and language learning, narrate events, and talk about health and sports.

Textbook: Facciamo due Chiacchiere A1-A2

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PLIDA Elementary Itl Class A2.2 WED-5 (In-Person)

$350

with Maria Conte

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 5 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This course builds on students’ mastery of verb tenses, vocabulary, and communicative functions at the elementary level, while also placing a strong emphasis on Italian culture alongside language instruction. Students will learn to discuss vacations in present and past tenses, inquire about information and prices, and react to situations. They will also talk about food preferences, grocery shopping, giving suggestions, and expressing opinions. Furthermore, the course includes discussions on health, reporting and describing symptoms, offering advice, and talking about one's relationship with sports.

Textbook: Nuovo Espresso PLUS 2- A2 (Unit 5 to 7)  

Available:

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or

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@ Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Luciana-Ziglio-Giovanna-Rizzo-NUOVO-Espresso-plus-2-book-audio-and-video-online-Paperback/19469322982 

 

 

 

PLIDA Intermediate Itl Class B1.3 WED-5 (In-Person)

$350

with Daniel Atzori

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 5 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This course completes level B1 of language proficiency and is for students who have completed Italian B1.2 or have an equivalent level. It refines language skills, expands vocabulary, and deepens comprehension of written and spoken Italian while exploring cultural perspectives. Students will practice narrating events, expressing incredulity, asking indirect questions, and seeking or providing information. The course also covers reporting speech, highlighting places, expressing disagreement or disappointment, using irony, and moderating discussions. Additionally, it includes making past hypotheses and reflecting on language learning.

Textbook: Nuovo Espresso 3- B1 (Unit 8 to 10)  

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PLIDA Beginner Conversation Course A1.3 (TERM II) WED-7 (In-Person)

$350

with Noel Gonzalez

Calendar Jan 13, 2027 at 7 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This conversation course is the second of two terms designed for beginner students who want to enhance both their fluency and the quality of their spoken Italian. Students must have completed PLIDA Beginner A1.2 or have informally acquired a similar level of proficiency. Upon successfully completing this level, students will be able to communicate in everyday situations, share personal experiences, express opinions and preferences, and discuss topics such as travel, food, technology, work, lifestyle, and entertainment.

Textbook: 

@ I AM BOOKS Facciamo due Chiacchiere A1-A2 https://iambooksboston.com/item/VXnahp3g1iucCypl2nPyYw 

OR

@ BARNES & NOBLE https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/facciamo-due-chiacchiere-1-a1-a2-carlo-guastalla/1147981629   

 

 

 





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