LLAS Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies

Student Participation and Motivation

Antonio Martínez-Arboleda - 21 January 2009

This resource contains a powerpoint presentation and videos originally given as part of a training event for new language tutors. This resource can be used to highlight the issues of motivation and participation for new language staff.

Italian: Le Varietà dell'italiano

Cecilia Goria and Marisa Marmo - 22 November 2007

Materials for advanced (post A-levels) students of Italian which comprise a language package which focuses on the varieties of the Italian language. The aim is to develop students' awareness of the different registers of the standard language, of the main features of regional Italian, of the linguistic tools employed in the sectoral language and of the most significant linguistic aspects that characterize the speech of a number of selected Italian films.

EAP: English language skills for university study

Julie Watson - 13 June 2006

This sample of online learning materials introduces and practises some important English language skills needed by international students planning to study at a British university.