Italian Syllabus B2 |
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If you are ready to explore the soul of Italy through its most influential literary works, this sample Illustrative Syllabus for Italian B2 course is your next stop.
Through reading and analyzing the masters of Italian literature, from Dante to Calvino, you will develop a deep understanding of complex works and enrich your vocabulary with cultured and formal expressions.
This course will give you the tools to master advanced B2-level grammar and express your ideas in an articulate way, preparing you for a top-level language and cultural experience.
THE 20 STAGES OF YOUR LITERARY JOURNEY
Lesson 1-3: Dante and the Divine Comedy
Dante: journey into Hell.
Focus: introduction to Italian literature.
Reading and analysis of selected Songs.
Use of courtly and archaic vocabulary.
Lesson 4-6: Petrarch and Boccaccio
Humanism and the Renaissance: Love and the Tale
Focus: analysis of Petrarch’s sonnets and novellae from Boccaccio’s Decameron .
Imperfect and past tense conjunctive in narratives.
Lecture 7-9: The 18th century and Goldoni
Theatrical Reform and Enlightenment
Focus: Reading excerpts from Goldoni and discussion of historical context.
Use of the conditional past and the hypothetical period of the third kind.
Lecture 10-12: Leopardi and Romanticism
Leopardi: Poetry and Cosmic Pessimism
Focus: analysis of poems such as “The Infinite” and “To Silvia.”
Discussion of existential issues.
Oral and written production of critical comments.
Lecture 13-15: Pirandello and Modernism
Pirandello: The Mask and the Face
Focus: reading of short stories and theatrical excerpts.
Lexicon of psychology and philosophy.
Past conjunctive to express assumptions about the past.
Lecture 16-18: Calvino and the Postwar Period.
Italo Calvino: Between Reality and Fantasy
Focus: Analysis of short stories from “The Cosmicomics.”
Advanced use of conjunctions and connectors.
Creative text production in Calvinian style.
Lesson 19-20: my monologue: expressing yourself
From Quasimodo to the present day: the poetry of the twentieth century
Focus: analysis of poems by Quasimodo and Montale.
In-depth study of contemporary issues.
Final debate on trends in current Italian literature.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS B1 COURSE
- Understand and discuss complex issues related to theater.
- Confidently use the subjunctive and other grammatical structures at the B1 level.
- Participate in conversations on cultural topics with increased fluency.
- List Feel more confident and prepared for B2 level and even more advanced topics.
PERSONALIZED INDIVIDUAL LESSONS
A tailor-made course, just for you.
Whether you want to learn Italian for everyday life, for work or for passion, we will create the perfect course together.
Choose your focus from:
General Italian (all CEFR levels)
Cultural paths: art, theater, film, opera
(for levels A2 to C2).
📍 Flexible schedules, customized content, communicative method
👉 Book your free class or purchase a package.
BOOST YOUR ITALIAN
It’s much more than a course-it’s your exclusive path to fluency, guided by an experienced teacher who knows your needs and goals.
What your exclusive package includes:
- Four 50-minute individual lessons. The heart of your learning!
- Four 30-minute Guided Practice sessions. We will be able to focus on: cofree nversation, pronunciation and intonation, Role-play and simulations, Quick Questions & Answers.
- Interactive exercises, readings and insights, to practice grammar and vocabulary, immerse yourself in Italian culture and to discover Italy beyond grammar. These resources are your daily “workout,” designed to consolidate and enrich your learning on your own.
- In-depth correction of homework and productions Write a text, record a voice message? Send it to us! You will receive detailed, personalized feedback, with corrections and suggestions for real improvement. It’s like having your own personal proofreader, but for Italian!
At only 149€ per month!
SMALL GROUP LESSONS
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Learn together with other motivated students in a dynamic and welcoming environment. Maximum 4 participants to ensure quality and active participation.
We offer thematic lecture cycles:
General Italian: everyday communication, grammar and vocabulary
Cultural paths: each month a new theme (art, music, film, literature)
📍 Regular courses, fixed days and times
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