

Upper Advanced
The Upper Advanced course is designed for students who already have a strong command of Italian and want to further refine their fluency, vocabulary, and communication skills. The course focuses primarily on conversation through discussions on a wide range of cultural, social, and current topics.
Using authentic materials such as articles, videos, podcasts, and other media, students will expand their language skills while exploring different linguistic registers, from informal to formal Italian. Grammar is not the main focus, but specific areas will be reviewed according to students’ needs.
Duration
12 weeks (24 hours)
When
From Tuesday, September 15 to December 1, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 pm (Vancouver Time)
Fee
$300 CAD (tax included)
Textbook
DIECI B1 by Alma Edizioni
Where
Online on Zoom
Course Description
The Upper Advanced course is designed for students who want to achieve greater fluency and confidence in high-level Italian conversations. Through discussions on a variety of cultural, social, and current topics, students will refine their ability to express complex ideas and opinions naturally.
Using authentic materials such as articles, videos, literary excerpts, and other media, the course helps students expand their vocabulary and explore different linguistic registers, from informal to formal Italian. Grammar is not the main focus, but specific areas will be reviewed according to students’ needs, allowing them to communicate with greater accuracy and confidence.
If enrollment is insufficient, we reserve the right to cancel or postpone the class.
Why Choose Our School? Here's Why:
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Personalized Learning: Enjoy the benefits of smaller class sizes, ensuring more attention and interaction.
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Expert Instructors: Learn from native speakers who bring both passion and experience to every lesson.
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Interactive and Fun: Our classes are designed to be engaging, dynamic, and enjoyable for all students.
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Learn from Anywhere: Join us online from anywhere in the world and experience the convenience of virtual learning.
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Exclusive Discounts: Members enjoy a 5% discount on all regular classes.
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Meet your Instructor

Paola Marchegiani
Born in Pescara and raised in Bologna, this teacher holds a degree in Biological Science. After working in IT, they moved to Calgary, earned a Teaching Assistant Certificate, and rediscovered their passion for teaching Italian. They now teach at the Dante Alighieri Society of BC.

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