This unit instructs students in the theory of teaching foreign languages in general, and gives them the opportunity to put this theory into practice for Italian as a foreign language, by teaching two conversation classes at Beginners' or Intermediate level for one semester. The unit further develops cultural and linguistic skills acquired at undergraduate level while providing students with the skills required to teach Italian as a foreign language. Students develop their written and oral competence in the Italian language to a level comparable to C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).<br/><br/>The academic objectives of the unit are to (1) develop an... -- Course Website