My method

My Teaching Method

In my lessons, I use an immersive, dynamic, and enjoyable method based on practice, aimed at creating a clear awareness of how the language works. After years dedicated to learning foreign languages and teaching Italian, I have developed an approach that combines the roles of teacher and friend.

I realized that approaching a language empirically, through an emotional exchange with another person, is crucial to truly grasp its essence. Understanding linguistic concepts authentically creates an awareness that allows you to retain information forever, going far beyond the notions found in a book.

Unique Learning Materials

To facilitate the understanding of Italian, I have created numerous PDFs that help develop a real awareness of the linguistic structure, which is composed of grammatical rules but originally stems from emotional intents. In these materials, every important element is highlighted with a color throughout the explanation, and numerous usage examples are included. Grammar is analyzed from a logical and psychological perspective, making it accessible to anyone and facilitating the natural use of the elements learned.

The Importance of Pronunciation

Being able to understand, distinguish, and reproduce the sound of a language is fundamental to learning the language itself. To develop awareness in this area, I have created a PDF in which I openly illustrate the basic elements of Italian pronunciation—a true miniature diction course like you've never seen before.

The value of conversation

Conversation is another key aspect of my lessons. I take note of the words you don't know and patiently explain them to you. I offer a variety of practical and immersive exercises, to be done both individually and together with me, which will allow you to improve pronunciation, listening skills, and natural dialogue. Consider our lessons as a kind of language gym.

Learning Through Challenges: When Context Plays a Crucial Role (Personal Story) 

I have always been passionate about languages since a young age, but for some reason, English and French just didn't sit well with me in school; I felt them as a constraint. Most teachers gave us rules to memorize, complained when we didn't do our homework, and became irritated when someone asked them to explain something again. Many of us relied on fate. Fortunately, I also met good teachers worthy of their profession, whom I thank greatly and from whom I have taken inspiration.

In 2012, I began studying German as a self-taught learner. No one forced me to do it, and I was full of energy; I made progress very quickly. I did nothing but listen, research, and seek any opportunity to practice that language. After a year and a half, I attended a course.

Meanwhile, at school, my English (even though it's a simpler Germanic language) continued to be terrible, and I constantly risked accumulating academic deficiencies during the summer, for which I begged the teacher to spare me because it was already torture during the school year.

But then everything changed. Between the fourth and fifth year of high school, I took off! I have to thank a wonderful teacher, very compassionate, who realized our situation and, during her entire year as a substitute (the fourth year), did everything in her power to help those who wanted it. It was incredible: she had us start the program from scratch and then gradually accelerated as our understanding improved.

Right after the end of the fourth year, in the summer of 2014, I met another excellent teacher who held a summer course at the school during July. I decided to participate voluntarily, even though I was a bit hesitant at first. It was an invaluable experience! Two years later, after finishing school, I decided to attend a more advanced private course with her.

Another thanks goes to my cousin Cristina, who passed on her enthusiasm for English to me and dedicated time to me via Skype (at that time, she was living in New York). Together, we had lessons that had little or nothing to do with the school style, and they helped me remove that rigid block and reluctance I had developed toward the language.

Conclusion

Regardless of the level you wish to achieve, from intermediate to advanced, you will always find a teacher and a friend ready to help you! If you're ready to embark on this engaging and personalized learning journey, don't hesitate to contact me. Together, we can make learning Italian a rewarding and lasting experience.

Acknowledgments

A special thank you goes to my grandfather Edoardo, to whom an entire chapter should be dedicated. His support has been constant over time, and it would be difficult to define it in a few words. He always encouraged me to communicate in another language, travel, and have new experiences, and we shared together my first period of studying the German language, a language he loved as well. Infinite thanks 🫂❤️

Thank you to everyone who has helped me ❤️

And thank you, dear reader, for reading up to here 🤲🏻🤲🏻