Practical Language Classes (Esercitazioni) - Danish
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
The aim of the esercitazioni for the Danish language (i.e., practical classes added to the course "Scandinavian Languages I-II-III" but that do not allow to accrue ECTS), is that students acquire and develop written, oral, interaction and mediation skills, in accordance with levels described by the Common European Framework of Reference for languages. Learning, Teaching, Assessment (CEFR) and its subsequent revisions and updates. The final BA level is B2.
Expected learning outcomes
The expected result in terms of applied competence is the achievement of the level specified for every year for all linguistic-communicative activities: reception (listening and reading), production of written and oral texts, interaction and mediation. The entrance level is detailed in the Prerequisites, while the expected goal is detailed in the Syllabus. Students are expected to spend time on self-study to prepare for classes and to review and consolidate work done in class.
Lesson period: Activity scheduled over several sessions (see Course syllabus and organization section for more detailed information).
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Group 1
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Course syllabus
The practical classes are part of the course "Scandinavian Languages 1" and last over the two terms (2 lessons per week; course instructor: Mette Christensen). The course languages are Italian and Danish (the latter is used more and more during the year).
The aim is to help students acquire basic abilities for all linguistic-communicative activities by means of reading and listening exercises, oral interaction and presentations, grammar and vocabulary exercises. Students are required to prepare for classes, as well as consolidate and develop the acquired knowledge and abilities through self-study.
The final level is A2.
The aim is to help students acquire basic abilities for all linguistic-communicative activities by means of reading and listening exercises, oral interaction and presentations, grammar and vocabulary exercises. Students are required to prepare for classes, as well as consolidate and develop the acquired knowledge and abilities through self-study.
The final level is A2.
Prerequisites for admission
None.
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons, activities and exercises during classes, home assignments, self-study.
Teaching Resources
Mandatory texts for class activities:
- Anna Wegener, Luca Panieri, "Godt begyndt. Corso di lingua danese", Hoepli 2023
- Anna Wegener, Inger-Marie Willert Bortignon, Luca Panieri, "Grammatica danese", Hoepli 2013
Additional readings will be given during the course.
Students that do not attend classes are required to contact the instructor for guidance on the usage of the materials.
- Anna Wegener, Luca Panieri, "Godt begyndt. Corso di lingua danese", Hoepli 2023
- Anna Wegener, Inger-Marie Willert Bortignon, Luca Panieri, "Grammatica danese", Hoepli 2013
Additional readings will be given during the course.
Students that do not attend classes are required to contact the instructor for guidance on the usage of the materials.
Assessment methods and Criteria
For details on assessment methods and criteria, see the relevant section of the course programme for "Scandinavian Languages 1".
L-LIN/15 - NORDIC LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES
Language lab: 80 hours
Professor:
Christensen Mette Vedsgaard
Group 2
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Course syllabus
The practical classes are part of the course "Scandinavian Languages 2" and last over the two terms (2 lessons per week; course instructor: Mette Christensen). The course language is normally Danish; Italian will be used, if necessary, for a better understanding.
The aim is to help students acquire lower intermediate abilities for all linguistic-communicative activities by means of reading and listening exercises, oral interaction and presentations, grammar and vocabulary exercises. Students are required to prepare for classes, as well as consolidate and develop the acquired knowledge and abilities through self-study.
The final level is B1.
The aim is to help students acquire lower intermediate abilities for all linguistic-communicative activities by means of reading and listening exercises, oral interaction and presentations, grammar and vocabulary exercises. Students are required to prepare for classes, as well as consolidate and develop the acquired knowledge and abilities through self-study.
The final level is B1.
Prerequisites for admission
Practical classes will be taught mostly in Danish. Textbooks and activities in class or for self-study require that students already have a linguistic competence at level A2.
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons, activities and exercises during classes, home assignments, self-study.
Teaching Resources
Mandatory texts for class activities:
- Anna Wegener, Inger-Marie Willert Bortignon, Luca Panieri, "Grammatica danese", Hoepli 2013
- Reading list given at the beginning of the course
Students that do not attend classes are required to contact the instructor for guidance on the usage of the materials.
- Anna Wegener, Inger-Marie Willert Bortignon, Luca Panieri, "Grammatica danese", Hoepli 2013
- Reading list given at the beginning of the course
Students that do not attend classes are required to contact the instructor for guidance on the usage of the materials.
Assessment methods and Criteria
For details on assessment methods and criteria, see the relevant section of the course programme for "Scandinavian Languages 2".
L-LIN/15 - NORDIC LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES
Language lab: 80 hours
Professor:
Christensen Mette Vedsgaard
Group 3
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Course syllabus
The practical classes are part of the course "Scandinavian Languages 3" and last over the two terms (2 lessons per week; course instructor: Mette Christensen). The course language is Danish.
The aim is to help students acquire upper intermediate abilities for all linguistic-communicative activities by means of reading and listening exercises, oral interaction and presentations, grammar and vocabulary exercises. Students are required to prepare for classes, as well as consolidate and develop the acquired knowledge and abilities through self-study.
The final level is B2.
The aim is to help students acquire upper intermediate abilities for all linguistic-communicative activities by means of reading and listening exercises, oral interaction and presentations, grammar and vocabulary exercises. Students are required to prepare for classes, as well as consolidate and develop the acquired knowledge and abilities through self-study.
The final level is B2.
Prerequisites for admission
Practical classes will be taught exclusively in Danish. Textbooks and activities in class or for self-study require that students already have a linguistic competence at level B1.
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons, activities and exercises during classes, home assignments, self-study.
Teaching Resources
The reading list will be given at the beginning of the course.
Students that do not attend classes are required to contact the instructor for guidance on how to use the materials.
Students that do not attend classes are required to contact the instructor for guidance on how to use the materials.
Assessment methods and Criteria
For details on assessment methods and criteria, see the relevant section of the course programme for "Scandinavian Languages 3".
L-LIN/15 - NORDIC LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES
Language lab: 80 hours
Professor:
Christensen Mette Vedsgaard
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