22 Italian films to learn Italian
22 movies made in Italy: my guide to the best movies for Italian language learners Why is learning Italian through movies a great idea? Movies are an easy and effective way to recreate the Italian immersion experience at your home. Exposure to the real language will do wonders for your overall language learning journey. Not to […]
9 nonfiction books to improve you Italian
9 nonfiction books to improve your Italian This is my list of the non-fiction books I have read in the last few years. Every book on this list has inspired me in one way or another. Some books were recommended to me by my lovely students too! Since I believe that reading non-fiction in Italian is […]
6 great Italian writers to explore the Italian modern literature
6 great Italian writers to explore the Italian modern literature We all learn a foreign language because we want to use it. No matter what your Italian level is, picking up a remarkable Italian novel and flipping through its pages is a terrific learning practice that will open a door into the world of Italian […]
9 of the Best Italian Magazines for Learning Italian
9 of the Best Italian Magazines for Learning Italian Italian magazines are an excellent way to learn the language and improve your Italian skills. You will be exposed to new words, phrases, and idioms. Plus reading them can make you feel like you’re in the country. 3 Tips for Learning Italian While Reading Magazines in […]
The Best Free Tools to Improve Your Italian Listening
14+ Best Free Tools to Improve Your Italian Listening (at any levels!) Conversation blends together speaking and listening skills. Tuning up your listening in Italian is as vital as training your pronunciation and speaking. If you are serious about improving your Italian listening skills, my number one piece of advice is to prioritize it for […]
How to improve your Italian listening skills as a beginner
How To Improve Your Listening Skills as a Beginner in Italian: a Review on Italian Pod101’s Language Learning Podcast Many students fall into the trap of focusing all of their attention on grammar or conversation when learning a foreign language. They believe they will develop a natural ear for listening. I firmly believe, instead, that […]
How to learn with Italian short stories
Learning Italian with short stories I will never stop singing the praises of reading in a foreign language. Using Italian short stories as a learning tool is one of the most brilliant learning ways if you are an Italian learner at all levels. Why? The sentences of the stories are short and use simple vocabulary. Learning […]
How to create your perfect Italian Immersion Trip
5 Steps to Create a Travel Itinerary for Your Language Immersion Trip We study a foreign language because we enjoy the priceless experience of visiting a foreign country and feeling at ease Imagine traveling to Italy and feeling at home: shopping in Italian at the local market and preparing your lunch with the fresh vegetables you […]