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BBC Education Languages - Italianissimo
Co.As.It- Sydney Italian association of assistance
Dolcevita
In Italy online

BBC Education Languages - Italianissimo
Based on The learning zone program on the BBC, this well organised and highly profitable resource provides a full language course for absolute Italian beginners. Each topic is divided into different sections: a short video sequence; an audio player; and several entertaining activities. At the end of each lesson an emphasis is put on Key language. Explanations are clear and given in English with transcriptions in Italian. TV transcripts may be downloaded. Departmental users may not be able to access all components of this site. K. Le Bourdonnec

USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: Languages
SYLLABUS: Italian K-10; Italian Stage 6: Beginners
SCIS SUBJECTS: Italian language – Conversations and phrases; Italian language - Vocabulary
KEYWORDS: Italian; Italianissimo
PUBLISHER: BBC Online, UK
REVIEW DATE: 7/5/04 SCIS 1037414

Co.As.It- Sydney Italian association of assistance
A wide range of services and programs focused on community, educational and cultural activities are offered online by this Italian association based in Sydney. An Italian heritage page displays various aspects of Italian culture in Australia and current exhibitions in Sydney. A visit to this rich web site will certainly be a rewarding experience. K. Le Bourdonnec

USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: Languages
SYLLABUS: Italian K-10; Italian Stage 6: Beginners; Continuers
SCIS SUBJECTS: Italians in Australia
KEYWORDS: Italian heritage
PUBLISHER: Co.As.It, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 7/5/04 SCIS 1046643

Dolcevita
An insider’s guide to Italy, this online magazine is written in English. It enables the user to discover various aspects of the modern Italian world in a well structured manner. Travel offers a Travel survival kitide; suggested itineraries with maps; and regional information. Cuisine has useful notes on Italian ingredients, recipes and a Wine guide. Fashion and Design provide the latest news on the arts and current trends. Visiting this amazingly well documented web magazine will turn into an enriching experience, enabling the user to taste the flavours of Italian culture. K. Le Bourdonnec

USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: Languages
SYLLABUS: Italian K-10; Italian Stage 6: Beginners; Continuers
SCIS SUBJECTS: Italy – Social life and customs
KEYWORDS: Italy; cuisine; fashion; travel
PUBLISHER: Dolcevita, Italy
REVIEW DATE: 7/5/04 SCIS 1037329

In Italy online
A comprehensive travel guide, this site gives many tips and suggestions on museums, restaurants and accommodation in Italy and reveals the rich culture of this country. A clickable map linked to specific towns and regions, includes descriptions of geography, recipes and artists. Website contents has a huge list of sights and activities to investigate. K. Le Bourdonnec

USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: Languages
SYLLABUS: Italian K-10; Italian Stage 6: Beginners; Continuers
SCIS SUBJECTS: Italy
KEYWORDS: Culture
PUBLISHER: Words in Pictures, USA
REVIEW DATE: 7/5/04