In Le Marche in Recanati, a Unique School Where You Can Find the Real Italy
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In Le Marche in Recanati, a unique school where you can find the real Italy WHO WE ARE Scuola Dante Alighieri - Campus L’Infinito is a unique language and culture school which was founded as a teaching project by the school Dante Alighieri of Camerino and ELI Edizioni, a leading publishing house in Italy and overseas which specialises in language learning. The school is located in Recanati, in the Marche Region, where it operates together with important local institutions like universities, academies, schools, museums, cultural associations and foundations. The Scuola Dante Alighieri – Campus Anna Poeti, School Director L’Infinito is accredited as a training The aim of our school is to teach the Italian language and Italian culture by introducing learners to the most organisation for the Marche Region beautiful and interesting aspects of our region. We go and it is an exam centre for CELI beyond the simple traditional teaching methods and students learn by ‘experimenting’ with the finest and DILS-PG Examinations of the aspects of Italy which are much more visible in this University for Foreigners Of Perugia. region than in large cities. Here, students feel ‘at home’. Recanati, is one of the most famous and fascinating medieval towns in central Italy. It is situated on the beautiful Marche hills, between the Sibillini mountains and the Adriatic Sea. Recanati is famous worldwide because it is the birthplace of Giacomo Leopardi, one of the most important Italian poets, and of Beniamino Gigli, one of the greatest tenors in the history of lyrical music. It is also home to remarkable works of art by the great painter, Lorenzo Lotto. RECANATI city of poetry and fine living 2 ‘His poetry is a continuous suggestion that reinforces in each RECANATI individual, the endless search to find the meaning of life’ city of poetry Giacomo Leopardi and fine living 3 The Le Marche region in central Italy is the only Italian region written in the plural form. It is a region that amazes and enchants the visitor. Le Marche is a region rich in history, art, culture, beautiful scenery, traditions, crafts and gastronomy. LE MARCHE 4 Why in Le Marche? Una Regione con uno • Because it is in central Italy. • Because it is an enchanting and unspoilt area. splendido mare, monti azzurri • Because it is a leading area for many high-quality Italian products. • Because the area offers a complete array of Italian scenery. e dolci colline. Vicina ai più • Because students can meet real Italian people. grandi centri di interesse • Because there is a wealth of artistic works of art. • Because it is ‘all of Italy in one region’. turistico d’Italia. 5 THE METHOD The communicative approach is a fun teaching method supported by various tools: advanced techniques and methods which involve teaching the Italian language both inside and outside the class, in contact with native speakers. The courses include individual work with the teacher, theme evenings, excursions and events to enrich the learning experience allowing students to immerse themselves in the Italian way of life. “A wonderful professional’ and human experience” Elizabeth - Italian teacher in Ireland 6 THE COURSES The school offers intensive 20-hour a week courses for all levels of the European Framework of Reference for Languages, from level A1 to C2. There are a maximum of 16 students in each class. In addition to Italian language courses, the school also offers theme courses in poetry and literature, opera, art and design, gastronomy and cooking. Upon request, students can also book individual courses or courses in mini groups (2 or 3 people) and organise made-to-measure packages for small groups. 7 SPECIAL COURSES In addition to our intensive language courses, the School also offers Refresher courses and Training courses for foreign language teaching and optional thematic courses in poetry and literature, opera, art and design, gastronomy and cooking. Internships and apprenticeship experiences are also available in local companies. Refresher courses and training courses for foreign language teaching for teachers of Italian as a foreign or second language. The courses are held by qualified teacher trainers 8 Literary programme in partnership with teachers of the University of Macerata and the National Centre for Leopardian Studies Musical programmes in partnership with the Lyrical Academy “Beniamino Gigli” and Villa InCanto: › A first approach to Opera singing › Masterclasses for Opera singers Art and Design programmes in partnership with the Poliarte Design Institute: › Fashion › Graphic › Interior › Industrial Gastronomy and Cooking courses in partnership with food and wine experts, sommelier, chef and pastry chefs. The above programmes are available during specific periods and require a minimum number of participants. For more information, please contact us. 9 The School offers accommodation in apartments located in the historic centre of Recanati, all within walking distance from the classrooms. All apartments have one or more bedrooms, facilities, a fully equipped kitchen and TV. Upon request, the school can arrange accommodation in families or in hotels, B&Bs or farmhouses in the area. ACCOMMODATION 10 Types of accommodation available: One bed in a shared double room: shared kitchen and bathroom with other students Single room: shared kitchen and bathroom with other students. Single apartment: for exclusive use (for 1, 2 or 3 people travelling together). Accommodation in B&B in a 3-star hotel Accommodation in B&B in a 4-star hotel “Thank you very much for this unique experience. These two weeks were wonderful” Ivana - Argentina ACCOMMODATION 11 THE ‘INFINITE ESPERIENZE’ The School offers an exclusive package of guided tours, culture lessons and the opportunity to attend events that complement the educational programme. “The school is amazing! I love the school, the lessons, the cultural experiences that you created for us Great job!” Wenting - Canada “a wonderful life experience” “I will always Cristina - Germania remember this experience. THANK YOU!!!!” Jasmine California USA 12 13 In particular: › Cultural lessons › Excursions and guided tours › Visits to local food and wine producers and to arts and crafts centres (wineries, oil mills, cheese factories, cured meat factories, craft workshops and lots more) › Opportunities to attend local folk fairs, historical re-enactments and food and wine festivals › Opportunities to attend concerts and local events › Themed evenings (Italian karaoke, international dinner, party in a typical Italian Villa) 14 15 Live, discover and get a taste of Italy withVivi scopriScuola Dante Alighieri Campus L’Infinito! l’infinito! assapora We look forward to seeing you in Italy For information and registration: www.campusinfinito.it Via Passero Solitario, 28 62019 Recanati (MC) – Italy Tel. +39 071 7575943 Fax. +39 071 9816068 [email protected] Via Passero Solitario, 28 62019 Recanati (MC) - Italy Tel. +39 071 757 5943 Fax +39 071 98 160 68 www.campusinfinito.it [email protected].