ITA352H5 • Hashtags and Headlines: The Language of Italian Journalism and Digital Media

This is an intermediate- to advanced-level Italian language practice course. The course enhances proficiency through active engagement with contemporary media, journalism, and social networks. Students examine foundational journalistic practices in digital contexts, explore key concepts and techniques in translation, such as subtitling, dubbing, and adaptation, critically compare human and machine-generated translations, and utilize digital tools for analyzing primary texts and translation practices. Students apply their language skills in real-world contexts by engaging in Experiential Learning Opportunities (e.g., collaborating with professionals in print and digital media, publishing, and editing industries).

ITA200Y5 or ITA201Y5 or permission of the department.
Humanities
24L/12T
In Class
Italian