• Advanced-low level proficiency (measured by ACTFL) in speaking, reading, writing and the understanding of spoken Italian, and the ability to use these skills in a range of academic and everyday situations.
  • Advanced knowledge of major periods of Italian literature and other cultural texts with understanding of historical, generic, or cultural context.
  • The capacity to read critically and closely, to interpret texts and to evaluate arguments about literary and cultural texts and topics.
  • The ability to produce an organized, well-supported argument in writing; to write clearly and persuasively; and to observe ethical and precise citation practices