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| Which subject | Italian as foreign |
| What topic | Scrittori contemporanei di gialli |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 11 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Italian as Foreign Language
Scrittori contemporanei di gialli
Year 11
30 minutes
20 students
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Topic | 5 minutes | Introduce the concept of contemporary Italian crime novelists. Ask students if they know any authors. |
| 2 | Vocabulary Building | 5 minutes | Present key vocabulary associated with crime literature. Write on the whiteboard and discuss. |
| 3 | Author Excerpts Presentation | 10 minutes | Provide excerpts of selected writings by contemporary gialli authors. Read together and analyze. |
| 4 | Activity - Printable Card Filling | 5 minutes | Distribute the printable cards. Instruct students to fill them out based on the knowledge from the previous steps. |
| 5 | Collection/Random Check of Cards | 4 minutes | Collect the cards or randomly check what students have filled in to ensure understanding. |
| 6 | Conclusion and Homework Assignment | 1 minute | Summarize the key points learned in the lesson. Assign homework related to reading an excerpt from a giallo and answering questions. |
"Buongiorno a tutti! Today, we are diving into the fascinating world of contemporary Italian crime novelists, known as 'scrittori di gialli.' Before we begin, can anyone share if they know any authors in this genre? Feel free to raise your hand."
[Wait for students to respond. Encourage their participation.]
"Excellent! It's great to hear some titles and names. These authors weave intriguing stories filled with mystery, suspense, and crime. Let’s explore this genre further."
"Next, let's focus on some key vocabulary related to crime literature. I will write the terms on the whiteboard, and I want you all to repeat after me. The first word is 'giallo.' Can anyone guess what that means?"
["Giallo" – wait for responses, and if needed, explain that it refers to crime novels.]
"Great! Now let’s look at a few more words: 'mistero' (mystery), 'detective', 'sospetto' (suspicion), and 'indagine' (investigation). Please repeat after me!"
["Mistero", "detective", "sospetto", "indagine" – encourage repetition and explain these words briefly.]
"This vocabulary will help us understand the stories better. Keep these words in mind as we move forward."
"Now, I have selected some excerpts from different contemporary gialli authors that we will read together. I will distribute copies of the excerpts and I encourage you to follow along as I read. It’s important to note the style and themes the authors use."
[Distribute excerpts and begin reading.]
"Please pay attention to the language and any particular phrases that stand out to you. If you have any questions while we read, feel free to ask!"
[Read the excerpts, pause for questions and comments.]
"Now, let’s analyze these texts a bit deeper. What themes did you notice? How do the authors create suspense? Let’s discuss your thoughts."
[Facilitate discussion amongst the students.]
"Now it's time for a fun activity! I will hand out printable cards. Each card has different sections for you to fill in about the authors we’ve just discussed and what you’ve learned about their styles and themes."
[Distribute printable cards.]
"Please take five minutes to fill the cards out based on your understanding from the excerpts and our discussions."
[Monitor students as they fill out the cards, offering assistance where needed.]
"Time's up! Please pass your cards to the front. Alternatively, I’ll come around and randomly check a few cards to see what you’ve filled in."
[Collect the cards or check a few at random, offering feedback as you go.]
"I appreciate your efforts! It’s a great way for me to gauge your understanding of the content."
"To conclude our lesson, let’s quickly recap what we learned today about contemporary Italian crime writers and the vocabulary associated with this genre. Remember, exploring gialli opens us up to not just the stories, but to the culture and language as well."
"Now for your homework: I would like you to read an assigned excerpt from a contemporary giallo and write a short reflection on the author’s style and themes presented in the text. Please submit your reflection through our online platform by next class. Buona fortuna!"
“Grazie a tutti! Have a great day!”
| Question | Answer |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| Who are some well-known contemporary Italian crime novelists? | |
| What does the term 'giallo' refer to in the context of literature? | |
| Can you list some key vocabulary terms related to crime literature? | |
| What themes were evident in the excerpts we read? | |
| How do authors create suspense in their narratives? | |
| What role does 'indagine' play in a crime novel? | |
| Why is it important to understand the language used in gialli? | |
| How does the culture influence contemporary Italian crime novels? | |
| What was your favorite excerpt, and why did it stand out to you? | |
| What did you learn about the author's style from the excerpts? | |