CO.AS.IT A non-profit organisation for Italians and Australians of Italian descent

Secondary Schools Adviser

The Detailed Study

Who Do You Contact?

Nicolas Panayotis
CO.AS.IT. Secondary School Adviser
Italian Resource Centre
44 University
StreetCarlton, 3053
Tel: 9349 9019
Fax: 9349 9091

Please note: as from 2008 I will be available in the office only on Mondays, but in-services can be arranged for Tuesdays. As I might be out visiting schools, please leave a work and other contact number.

Migration, migration

A presentation in English ion the concept of migration, focusing on the Italian expeience in Australia and based on information and images from the Italian Historical Society and private sources.

This interactive session encourages students from years 4 to 11 to ask questions, problem solve and place themselves in the shoes of Italian migrants who came to Australia, not only during the mass migration period of the 1950s and 1960s, but also in the mid 19th century.

Each presentation is accompanied by a 42 page activity kit.

Cost:
$33.00 per class (maximum 30 students) at Co.As.It.
$44.00+ per class if done within your school.

Italian can be used in varying degrees depending on the students’ LOTE level.

The Secondary School Adviser can help...

  • prepare materials for years 8 –10, and VCE classes
  • assist with VELS requirements
  • solve language queries
  • assist with curricululm design
  • find materials for Detailed Study preparation

Are You Preparing for Years 11 & 12? Then...

  • consult the Vertical Files for texts and articles on all of the set themes
  • make an appointment to discuss approaches to writing, speaking and comprehension and examination skills
  • contact me to organise individually tailored in-services for your classes

New to VCE? I can help you to...

  • establish a balnced program
  • choose appropriate topics and materials for your class
  • provide grammar refresher or revision in-services for students and staff
  • set up Detailed Study meetings for teacher groups
  • on a one to one basis

Out in the country?

  • In-services in country schools can be arranged, for both students and staff.
  • Bookings need to be made at least 6 weeks in advance
  • Cost will vary according to distance, nature of the in-service, overnight stay and travel expenses.

Verb in-services for students - Years 9 to 12

  • Courses run for a minimum of 2 hours and are tailored according to the year level.
  • Items covered include basic tenses and pronouns subjunctive and the use of double pronouns
  • Senior students will benefit most from a full day in-service.

    • Students will be encouraged to ask questions and discuss their difficulties, practise their verbs in context, and see models of the use of tenses.

Need help with an expression or a point of grammar?

  • You can contact the Secondary School Adviser during office hours.

Kits

La Canzone Italiana contains the texts to over 120 songs, illustrative material and numerous activities related to vocabulary, grammar and comprehensions as well as culture.
Due to copyright we can not include an audio tape but the songs included in the kit can be borrowed or consulted at the Italian Resource Centre.
Levels catered for range from year 9 to 12.
Kits on Migration, Technology, Social Issues, Verbs are still available

Oral practice for VCE students

Our 'Incontri di Conversazione' classes take place in August and September to cater for students completing their oral exam. Students will be able to ask questions, receive materials related to their detailed study, and participate in over 90 minutes of conversation and discussion based on the format of the exam.
Groups are of 15 students or less.

In-Service on immigration for years 4-11

  • Available on Mondays, Tuesdays in 2008.

  • The course is aimed at all years 5-9- students and is presented in English. Students of Italian will have an Italian component.

  • The course is based on VELS and covers a number of strands, domains and dimensions.

  • The in-service makes use of photographs and objects from the Italian Historical Society.

  • Cost: $33.00 per class including GST. Fees for visits to country schools upon request.

  • The teacher of each class will receive a free activities kit of over 30 pages. This kit is not available separately.

  • The presentation lasts about 1 hour for years 4-7 and 1 ½ hours for years 8-11.

  • The kit is sent to schools prior to visit, so that the pre-visit activities can be completed.

  • The in-service focuses on engaging students in interactive and problem-solving approaches geared at their level.

  • Although focusing on Italian migration to Australia, segments on generalnimmigration issues will be featured. This will help to engage new migrants to Australia and develop skills in comparing and contrasting, and in promoting acceptance and tolerance and a better understanding of the issues faced by multicultural communities.

  • Follow-up sessions to explore concepts in greater depth can be organised.

  • The presenter is a qualified teacher.

To Book

  • Country schools call 9349 9013 or e-mail as below.

  • Select a date and time – allow for travel

  • Contact Nicolas Panayotis, Secondary Schools Adviser, at nic@coasit.com.au - allow 5 days for response.

  • Or – ring 9349 9019 on Mondays and leave a messgeif necessary.

  • Do not send payment until date and time have been confirmed. Then fill in the form and attach to your remittance. A receipt will be provided on in-service day.

To Book To Book