First language
The 2nd yr Language and Translation 2B course (first language) comes under the core learning activities (Specialized languages, advanced linguistic competences and linguistic mediation from and to the languages of study) of the “Languages and cultures studies of the respective country” of the bachelor’s degree course in Languages and Cultural & Linguistic Mediation, specifically those activities aimed at providing effective operational competence at the levels established for the first language, as well as theoretical knowledge of specialized foreign language, of activities and strategies of linguistic and cultural mediation, in particular in multilingual contexts.
The course aims at making students:
- achieve B2+ level in all skills- Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) 2018 (https://rm.coe.int/cefr-companion-volume-with-new-descriptors-2018/1680787989), through reception, production, interaction, written and spoken mediation activities as well as their related strategies.
- deepen their metalinguistic reflection also at comparative level: structural, textual, sociolinguistic and pragmatic aspects.
-use some resources and tools for language study and for introduction to translation (dictionaries, corpora and concordancers).
-reflect on intercultural communication, on linguistic-cultural mediation and on translation.
-apply their acquired knowledge to short texts of different text-types and genres..
Expected learning results: students will be able to use their first foreign language at B2+ level, they will be able to use the corresponding communicative strategies; they will be able to carry out metalinguistic reflection activities in a comparative perspective; they will learn and start using tools for language study; they will have basic notions on communication and intercultural mediation; they will apply acquired knowledge to the analysis of short texts in the language of study.
Second language
The 2nd yr Language and Translation course (second language) comes under the core educational activities of the “Languages and cultures studies of the respective country” of the bachelor’s degree course in Languages and Cultural-Linguistic Mediation, specifically those activities aimed at providing effective operational competence at the levels established for the second language as well as theoretical knowledge of the main characteristics of the foreign language.
The course aims at providing:
-the achievement of the B1 level - Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) 2018 (https://rm.coe.int/cefr-companion-volume-with-new-descriptors-2018/1680787989), through reception, production, interaction, written and spoken mediation activities, as well as through related strategies. (As for Russian, the level will be equivalent to B1).
-Further metalinguistic analysis also at a comparative level: structural, textual, sociolinguistic and pragmatic aspects.
-use of some lexicographic resources.
-Analysis of intercultural communication, linguistic-cultural mediation and translation.
- Application of acquired knowledge to short texts.
Expected learning results: students will be able to use their second foreign language at a B1 level, they will be able to use communicative strategies corresponding to this level; they will be able to carry out metalinguistic activities from a comparative perspective; they will learn and start using some lexicographic resources at a basic level; they will have basic notions on communication and intercultural mediation; they will begin to apply acquired knowledge to the analysis of short texts in the language of study.
The 2nd yr Language and Translation 2B course (first language) comes under the core learning activities (Specialized languages, advanced linguistic competences and linguistic mediation from and to the languages of study) of the “Languages and cultures studies of the respective country” of the bachelor’s degree course in Languages and Cultural & Linguistic Mediation, specifically those activities aimed at providing effective operational competence at the levels established for the first language, as well as theoretical knowledge of specialized foreign language, of activities and strategies of linguistic and cultural mediation, in particular in multilingual contexts.
The course aims at making students:
- achieve B2+ level in all skills- Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) 2018 (https://rm.coe.int/cefr-companion-volume-with-new-descriptors-2018/1680787989), through reception, production, interaction, written and spoken mediation activities as well as their related strategies.
- deepen their metalinguistic reflection also at comparative level: structural, textual, sociolinguistic and pragmatic aspects.
-use some resources and tools for language study and for introduction to translation (dictionaries, corpora and concordancers).
-reflect on intercultural communication, on linguistic-cultural mediation and on translation.
-apply their acquired knowledge to short texts of different text-types and genres..
Expected learning results: students will be able to use their first foreign language at B2+ level, they will be able to use the corresponding communicative strategies; they will be able to carry out metalinguistic reflection activities in a comparative perspective; they will learn and start using tools for language study; they will have basic notions on communication and intercultural mediation; they will apply acquired knowledge to the analysis of short texts in the language of study.
Second language
The 2nd yr Language and Translation course (second language) comes under the core educational activities of the “Languages and cultures studies of the respective country” of the bachelor’s degree course in Languages and Cultural-Linguistic Mediation, specifically those activities aimed at providing effective operational competence at the levels established for the second language as well as theoretical knowledge of the main characteristics of the foreign language.
The course aims at providing:
-the achievement of the B1 level - Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) 2018 (https://rm.coe.int/cefr-companion-volume-with-new-descriptors-2018/1680787989), through reception, production, interaction, written and spoken mediation activities, as well as through related strategies. (As for Russian, the level will be equivalent to B1).
-Further metalinguistic analysis also at a comparative level: structural, textual, sociolinguistic and pragmatic aspects.
-use of some lexicographic resources.
-Analysis of intercultural communication, linguistic-cultural mediation and translation.
- Application of acquired knowledge to short texts.
Expected learning results: students will be able to use their second foreign language at a B1 level, they will be able to use communicative strategies corresponding to this level; they will be able to carry out metalinguistic activities from a comparative perspective; they will learn and start using some lexicographic resources at a basic level; they will have basic notions on communication and intercultural mediation; they will begin to apply acquired knowledge to the analysis of short texts in the language of study.
Curriculum
teacher profile teaching materials
Semantics and lexicology of German
The course aims to introduce students to the fields of semantics and lexicology in the German language from a contrastive Italian-German perspective. The contrastive approach encourages reflection on language and thus promotes the development of metalinguistic awareness. In addition to a contrastive approach, linguistic phenomena are linked to the culture and traditions of German speakers, primarily to enhance students’ skills in linguistic and cultural mediation.
The course covers the following topics: simple words vs. compound words, the description of meaning, semantic relationships, false friends, word formation, idioms, neologisms, German in contact with other languages, youth language, and words as expressions of culture.
All of these phenomena are also presented in various dictionaries and encyclopedias (both print and online), specifically to facilitate the study of new words and expressions.
Programme
The module of Prof. Nied:Semantics and lexicology of German
The course aims to introduce students to the fields of semantics and lexicology in the German language from a contrastive Italian-German perspective. The contrastive approach encourages reflection on language and thus promotes the development of metalinguistic awareness. In addition to a contrastive approach, linguistic phenomena are linked to the culture and traditions of German speakers, primarily to enhance students’ skills in linguistic and cultural mediation.
The course covers the following topics: simple words vs. compound words, the description of meaning, semantic relationships, false friends, word formation, idioms, neologisms, German in contact with other languages, youth language, and words as expressions of culture.
All of these phenomena are also presented in various dictionaries and encyclopedias (both print and online), specifically to facilitate the study of new words and expressions.
Core Documentation
For all topics, authentic German-language texts, photos, illustrations, etc., are used.Reference Bibliography
1) Martina Nied Curcio (2016): La lingua tedesca. Aspetti linguistici tra contrastività e interculturalità. Roma: Universitalia. (reperibile presso la Libreria D'Amico di fronte alla facoltà in Via Ostiense, 236) 2) Vannuccini, Vanna/ Predazzi, Francesca: Piccolo viaggio nell’anima tedesca. Milano: Feltrinelli, 2014. 3) Uploaded materials on TEAMSAttendance
The course is conducted in the “Seminar” format, a university course with both theoretical and practical components, based on active student participation through readings, discussions, presentations, and in-depth exploration of specific topics. The seminar fosters the development of critical analysis, argumentation, and independent research skills. Attendance is strongly recommended! The language practice sessions (CEL) are not merely review classes, but rather the setting where theoretical knowledge is transformed into practical skills. Regular attendance allows for the balanced development of comprehension, production, interaction, and linguistic mediation—skills that require constant practice and cannot be acquired solely through individual study. Language acquisition differs from the study of other disciplines, as it involves the gradual development of language skills through constant exposure and practice, rather than intensive study limited to the period immediately preceding the exam.Type of evaluation
The language test/proficiency test (using the CEL exams) is administered (only) during the first exam period of each session. During the language test, all skills are assessed according to the CEFR: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, writing, speaking, and oral interaction. The other exam dates (the second and third [summer session]) are reserved for the exam related to the instructor’s module. The exam for the instructor’s module consists of a 90-minute written test. The written test consists of a number of questions designed to assess students’ actual understanding of the concepts and their ability to apply them in real-world contexts. teacher profile teaching materials
Semantics and lexicology of German
The course aims to introduce students to the fields of semantics and lexicology in the German language from a contrastive Italian-German perspective. The contrastive approach encourages reflection on language and thus promotes the development of metalinguistic awareness. In addition to a contrastive approach, linguistic phenomena are linked to the culture and traditions of German speakers, primarily to enhance students’ skills in linguistic and cultural mediation.
The course covers the following topics: simple words vs. compound words, the description of meaning, semantic relationships, false friends, word formation, idioms, neologisms, German in contact with other languages, youth language, and words as expressions of culture.
All of these phenomena are also presented in various dictionaries and encyclopedias (both print and online), specifically to facilitate the study of new words and expressions.
Mutuazione: 20710514 LINGUA E TRADUZIONE TEDESCA 2 B in Lingue e mediazione linguistico-culturale L-12 R NIED MARTINA LUCIA
Programme
The module of Prof. Nied:Semantics and lexicology of German
The course aims to introduce students to the fields of semantics and lexicology in the German language from a contrastive Italian-German perspective. The contrastive approach encourages reflection on language and thus promotes the development of metalinguistic awareness. In addition to a contrastive approach, linguistic phenomena are linked to the culture and traditions of German speakers, primarily to enhance students’ skills in linguistic and cultural mediation.
The course covers the following topics: simple words vs. compound words, the description of meaning, semantic relationships, false friends, word formation, idioms, neologisms, German in contact with other languages, youth language, and words as expressions of culture.
All of these phenomena are also presented in various dictionaries and encyclopedias (both print and online), specifically to facilitate the study of new words and expressions.
Core Documentation
For all topics, authentic German-language texts, photos, illustrations, etc., are used.Reference Bibliography
1) Martina Nied Curcio (2016): La lingua tedesca. Aspetti linguistici tra contrastività e interculturalità. Roma: Universitalia. (reperibile presso la Libreria D'Amico di fronte alla facoltà in Via Ostiense, 236) 2) Vannuccini, Vanna/ Predazzi, Francesca: Piccolo viaggio nell’anima tedesca. Milano: Feltrinelli, 2014. 3) Uploaded materials on TEAMSAttendance
The course is conducted in the “Seminar” format, a university course with both theoretical and practical components, based on active student participation through readings, discussions, presentations, and in-depth exploration of specific topics. The seminar fosters the development of critical analysis, argumentation, and independent research skills. Attendance is strongly recommended! The language practice sessions (CEL) are not merely review classes, but rather the setting where theoretical knowledge is transformed into practical skills. Regular attendance allows for the balanced development of comprehension, production, interaction, and linguistic mediation—skills that require constant practice and cannot be acquired solely through individual study. Language acquisition differs from the study of other disciplines, as it involves the gradual development of language skills through constant exposure and practice, rather than intensive study limited to the period immediately preceding the exam.Type of evaluation
The language test/proficiency test (using the CEL exams) is administered (only) during the first exam period of each session. During the language test, all skills are assessed according to the CEFR: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, writing, speaking, and oral interaction. The other exam dates (the second and third [summer session]) are reserved for the exam related to the instructor’s module. The exam for the instructor’s module consists of a 90-minute written test. The written test consists of a number of questions designed to assess students’ actual understanding of the concepts and their ability to apply them in real-world contexts.