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Culture Call has finished for the time being . Thanks to everyone who participated. 'Hope to see you some time in the future.
What is 'Culture Call'?
'Culture Call' is a group that meets up to speak in English each week.
Speak about...what, precisely?
Well - that's up to you. I'll be there to add ideas if necessary, but I'd like you to propose interesting topics to speak about each week. Topics could include culture, society, current affairs, films, art, books, the environment ...more or less anything - it's up to you.
Who must come?
Nobody must come, but you can - it's not an obligatory part of your course (actually, it is not a part of your course at all) - but it'll be fun!
So can I come?
Yes, of course. The group is open to all English students of our language faculty, whatever level. We'll be mixing groups and trying to work with different people each time, so don't worry. Students are most welcome to join in, ...at least until all the chairs are taken!
Will I have to do written work for 'Culture Call'?
No, of course not! It's a conversation group and is in no way connected to your language courses and grades. In fact I will not accept written work to be checked in 'Culture Call'.
The only thing necessary to do at home is to think about what you'd like to speak about, and maybe read some articles about it in preparation (if you like).
Is there a cost?
Of course not, it's free.
Will it be fun?
Yes! We shall make it fun!
Will it help to prepare me for my exams?
This group is something to do in your free time - it is not connected to your courses, it's just an opportunity to speak more English. It will not prepare you for your exams, it isn't a part of your 'lettorato' - it's simply an opportunity to speak more English, to enjoy speaking English and to feel more confident at speaking English - which is no bad thing!
I can't go to 'lettorato' - can I come to 'Culture Call' instead?
No. 'Culture Call' is not a subsitute for 'lettorato' - in fact I will only accept students who regulary attend their 'lettorato' groups, whichever groups they may be in.
When/where will it be?
Ahhh, I knew you would eventually ask me the difficult question! ...As the timetable is still changing a little, keep checking here for further details. The group will begin on Friday of this week, with a weekly one-hour session. Next week we'll probably have a new day, time and place - so check here for futher details.
Shall I join in, then?
Yes! What are you waiting for?!
