This page now features the important information and resources you need to implement the revised AP Italian Language and Culture course, which goes into effect in fall 2011. AP Italian Language and Culture course revisions reflect best practices in language education. They are designed to promote fluency and accuracy in the use of language and to enable students to explore culture in contemporary and historical contexts.

The College Board is happy to announce that AP Italian Language and Culture is being reinstated in fall 2011 with the first AP Italian Exam to be administered in May 2012. Thanks to the hard work and advocacy of the Italian Embassy and many proud Italian Americans, students once again have the opportunity to develop proficiency in Italian language and culture through the unique learning experiences offered by Advanced Placement. Read more.

AP Italian Language and Culture Course Information

• AP Italian Language and Culture Course and Exam Description, Effective Fall 2011 (.pdf/1.8MB)
• AP Italian Language and Culture Course and Exam Description Audio Files
• AP Italian Language Teacher's Guide (.pdf/592KB)
• AP Italian Language and Culture FAQs
• AP Italian Language and Culture Development Committee

AP Course Audit Information

• Syllabus Development Guide, Sample Syllabi and more

Exam Information and Resources

• AP Italian Language and Culture Exam Information
• Free AP Italian Language and Culture Practice Exam, Effective Fall 2011

Classroom Instruction and Resources

DC Corner

• Past Conference Materials 

Special Focus Materials

Scaffolding Student Interaction with Authentic Materials

• Ch. 1 - Reading in a Second Language from Scaffolding Language, Scaffolding Learning: Teaching Second Language Learners in the Mainstream Classroom (.pdf/4.6MB) 
• Ch. 2 - Content Study from Supporting English Language Learners (.pdf/2.3MB) 
• Ch. 3 - Materials Design and Lesson Planning: Novels and Short Stories from Literature and Language Teaching: A Guide for Teachers and Trainers (.pdf/3.2MB) 

Lesson Plans and Teaching Strategies

• Strategies for Developing Listening Skills in the AP Italian Course

Reviews of Teaching Resources

There are currently more than 250 reviews of Italian Language and Culture resources, including textbooks, Web sites, software, multimedia CD-Roms, and more, in the  Teachers' Resources area. Each review describes the resource and suggests ways it might be used in the classroom. New reviews are added regularly, so check back often!

Electronic Discussion Groups

Communicate via email with other members of the AP Central community by joining the electronic discussion group (EDG) for the course(s) you teach.

• AP Italian Language and Culture EDG 
• Registration for Electronic Discussion Groups

College Board Products

• Products for AP Italian Language and Culture

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