Piazza Navona Libro (+ Audio CD)

«Piazza Navona» is an Italian course for foreigners aimed at beginner-level ­students. The course provides a study path which allows the students to reach A2 level (Common European Framework of Reference for languages) in communication. The course can be used both in class and for self study. The numerous group and pair activities allow the teacher to simulate communicative situations in class which are lively, day-to-day, and realistic, thereby stimulating collaboration between students, reflexion and personal revision. The approach of the volume is communicative and focuses on the use of the language, students’ needs and analysis of the language. This is balanced out with a revaluation of the importance of the grammar and vocabulary, which are carefully contextualised. Numerous activities offer intercultural reflection: so as to avoid stereotypes, «Piazza Navona» offers students a comparison between their own culture and the Italian culture, encouraging the identification of similarities and differences. To conclude, the wealth of pictures offers both an up-to-date and realistic vision of Italy and a valuable tool for understanding and doing the activities.»