Thank you for considering me as your teacher! ✨
I teach adults from beginner to advanced level. This is a chance to get an idea of what my approach is and see how I can help you improve. It is also a chance for you to ask me any questions you might have. I will be very happy to agree on a plan that suits your needs and interests. 

After booking the trial lesson, I will send you a placement test to get a better understanding of your level. You don't need to prepare for it and don't worry about making mistakes. That's how we learn and progress. If you don't have time to do it, that's totally fine. I will still be able to assess your level during the trial lesson.

WHAT WE COULD DO:
1. I can show you some sample exercises and we could have a go at a few of them together. I will ask you in advance what you'd like to focus on so that we can agree on a plan beforehand. 
2. We could have an informal conversation to get to know each other. 
3. A mix of 1 and 2. 

OTHER THINGS I'D LIKE YOU TO KNOW:
1- I will be taking some notes and I'll give you a general feedback on what was good and what we could improve towards the end of the lesson. 
2- I tend not to interrupt while you're speaking, unless something is not very clear to me or you want me to clarify something.
3- I want you to feel as relaxed as possible. If there is something that you think I should know ( e.g. specific needs...), please let me know :)

Finally, remember that it's totally normal to be nervous and make mistakes while speaking a foreign language, but rest assured it won't be an exam! :) Native speakers make mistakes too! I'm here to help, not judge!


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PLEASE NOTE: I can ONLY accept CANCELLATION requests and RESCHEDULING requests, if there is more than 24 hours before the lesson time begins. I can't refund lessons, for any reason, if there is less than 24 hours before the lesson time begins.

I am happy to either suggest conversation topics or let you choose. 

WHAT WE COULD DO DURING THE LESSON:

1) This is a great lesson if you want to practise your speaking skills and wish to learn new vocabulary. I do aim to adapt my lessons to your needs and interests. If you'd like to discuss an article or a video, I'd be happy to send you something before the lesson.  I will also add comprehension activities that you can do in your own time. During the lesson, we can then discuss your answers and you can ask me for clarification on specific terminology/expressions as well as commenting the article/video. 

2) If you just want to have an spontaneous conversation, we can do that too of course. These are just a few options. If you have other preferences, do let me know. 

I always make notes of what you did well and what we could improve. You'll receive a file at the end of each lesson with my comments, notes and corrections. Occasionally, I might also correct you on the spot and intervene to rephrase certain expressions.

It's absolutely normal to feel a bit nervous while speaking a foreign language. 
But, please rest assured, this conversation practice is not an exam at all. I am here to listen and help you to improve your Italian! 

If you have any questions, let me know. We need to make mistakes in order to learn :) 

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PLEASE NOTE: I can ONLY accept CANCELLATION requests and RESCHEDULING requests, if there is more than 24 hours before the lesson time begins. I can't refund lessons, for any reason, if there is less than 24 hours before the lesson time begins. Thank you.

💬 😊 Conversation in Italian - Structured conversations

This is a lesson for adults who'd like to improve or learn Italian for the first time. We'll work on your listening, grammar, speaking and pronunciation skills. 

I'll provide material which we'll focus on the aspects of the language you want to learn according to your level. The resources I use include audio files, videos, grammar exercises, flashcards, digital books and other ad hoc resources. I have access to several digital books and exercises that I adapt for each student. I will give you the option to do homework that I'll correct before each lesson. 
In terms of grammar exercises, we'll usually start from a context (short text or video) in order to "discover" the rules. We'll then move onto some guided practise to finish with a freer practise. This means that by the end of the lesson, you'll be able to reapply what we learned in different contexts. Every lesson we'll include a revision of the previous lesson. 

Other ACTIVITIES: role-plays, listening to and analysing a song or commenting a poem. Any other ideas? Let me know and I will see what I can do. We'll use a program called OneNote. You'll receive a link to access it before the lesson. On OneNote you'll be able to type your answers and revise the lessons whenever you'd like. You won't need to have an account for it.

Finally, I understand that each student is different and I aim to adapt my approach as much as possible to what works best for you.  

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PLEASE NOTE: I can ONLY accept CANCELLATION requests and  RESCHEDULING requests, if there is more than 24 hours before the lesson time begins. I can't refund lessons, for ANY reason, if there is less than 24 hours before the lesson time begins.

📚 ✍️👂 General Italian for all levels

Tailor-made lessons! :)

A study plan will be agreed during the trial lesson in line with both students' needs and interests.

I'll provide material which we'll focus on the aspects of the language you want to learn according to your level. The resources I use include audio files, videos, grammar exercises, flashcards, digital books and other ad hoc resources. I have access to several digital books and exercises that I adapt for each student. I will give you the option to do homework that I'll correct before each lesson. 
In terms of grammar exercises, we'll usually start from a context (short text or video) in order to "discover" the rules. We'll then move onto some guided practise to finish with a freer practise. This means that by the end of the lesson, you'll be able to reapply what we learned in different contexts. Every lesson we'll include a revision of the previous lesson.

Lezione per due! - Learn with a friend/partner/relative! :)  - All levels!

Translation skills from English into Italian and French into Italian. Some subjects of study: general linguistics, foreign language teaching, English literature and culture, French literature and culture, English language and translation, French language and translation and comparative literature. Thesis subject: French literature and culture. Final mark: 110/110 cum laude.

CERTIFICAZIONE IN DIDATTICA DELL’ITALIANO A STRANIERI “CEDILS” - The CEDILS Certification is a certification of competence in teaching Italian as a foreign language or second language, issued by the Itals' Laboratory of the Ca 'Foscari University of Venice.

Didattica a Distanza: idee, strumenti e consigli per coinvolgere gli studenti nelle lezioni online.

Webinar on how to develop speaking skills online and in the classroom.

Interpreting skills from English to Italian and viceversa. Master in consecutive interpreting. Final mark: 110/110

Ten ways to teach grammar and vocabulary online using images.

I learned how to prepare and tailor lessons, correct mistakes and give feedback,  motivate and encourage students. During this course, I had the chance to reflect on the use and application of different teaching methods with an emphasis on the communicative approach.

Continuing education in teaching Italian online: tools, contents and strategies.

In person group lessons for adults. Planned and delivered crash courses to learn functional vocabulary and expressions to travel in Italy. Took part and delivered ad hoc specific language sessions for festivities such as Easter and Carnival.

Delivered in person adult group classes for beginners. Prepared ad hoc activities to improve conversational Italian skills.