Roberta Pennasilico, Prefazione Professor Mario Costa

“Panorama Italiano: Between Roots & Modernity” – A Cultural & Linguistic Journey for Intermediate Learners!
An engaging and immersive Italian course designed for intermediate-level Italian L2 students, Panorama Italiano offers a comprehensive and authentic insight into Italian society and culture.
Though primarily developed for High School students in the U.S., this program is highly adaptable for learners from diverse linguistic backgrounds, making it a versatile and valuable resource.

A Realistic & Evolving View of Italy

• From Tradition to Modern Trends – The course explores Italy’s deep-rooted customs, while also highlighting contemporary changes and cultural shifts
• An Integrated Approach to Language & Culture – Students don’t just study Italian—they experience it through engaging readings, authentic materials, and real-world scenarios
• A Perfect Balance of Culture & Communication – While presenting Italy’s most widespread cultural practices, the course ensures a complete and immersive linguistic experience

A Holistic Language Learning Experience

• Rich Cultural Readings – Covering key aspects of Italian life, from social traditions to modern evolutions
• Comprehensive Skill Development – Strengthening reading, writing, listening, and speaking
• Interactive Language Activities – Designed to stimulate comprehension and production in a dynamic way

A must-have course for learners eager to understand Italy in all its dimensions—bridging history, culture, and language in a seamless learning journey!

Volume 3 Titles:
I simboli della cultura italiana, La famiglia, Il tempo libero, Il bar, I pasti, Le feste, La piazza, La scuola, Le vacanze, La nuova società italiana, Il mondo del lavoro, La donna nella società, I giovani e la tecnologia, La musica, La moda, Il made in Italy, Lo sport, Il cinema

Volume 4 Titles:
Gli stereotipi sugli italiani, Identità linguistica, Identità culturale, Il patrimonio artistico, Il paesaggio naturale, Le migrazioni, La letteratura classica e contemporanea, Il sistema politico, Diritti e doveri, La TV e i nuovi media, Volontariato e solidarietà, Un po’ di storia, Il boom economico del secondo dopoguerra, La cucina, Politiche ambientali