Beyond words: Live the authentic “Italian way of life”

Potomac Italian Academy: we offer an innovative teaching method for American Italophile students, where language and grammar are learned directly through supporting topics and dialogue. We do not teach grammar through boring exercises, but use it as a vehicle to explore high-value content. Linguistically, we operate under the Content-Based Instruction (CBI) paradigm, because we consider it a modern, immersive, and engaging method. Our curriculum is divided into specialized macro-areas that bring together the best of our tradition and our future.

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“A heads-up: The courses are conducted entirely in Italian, the native language. While primarily aimed at intermediate (or intermediate-advanced) level students – as some foundational knowledge of the language is helpful – they are still highly suitable for beginners, who will simply need to put in a little extra effort. The use of English is discouraged as much as possible. However, some specific terms and expressions typical of the native language will be maintained and used.”-“Furthermore, please be advised that the courses will initially be held online.

What will one learn in these courses and/or paths?

Concise Introductory Report: “Potomac Italian Academy”

Contents of the Courses or Paths/Pathways/Tracks

Courses

Courses

  • Wine (3–4): Study of the main wine regions, types of wine, tastings, and food pairings.
  • Amari and liqueurs: Study of the most important italian amaris.
  • Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) (3): Production, varieties, and quality recognition.
  • Cheeses (3): Exploration of regional varieties and PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) labels.
  • Pasta: Types – Traditional techniques and emblematic recipes.
  • Regional bread: Types – Traditional techniques and iconic recipes.
  • Regional Italian desserts (1-2): Traditional techniques and iconic recipes.
  • The Art of Italian Pizza: Types- on request – development on stand by

Courses

  • Geography – Italian Regions (2): Characteristics of the italian region
  • Tours in love: Romantic tours
  • Isles and Archipelagos; Main tourist attractions
  • Castles of Piemonte: Virtual visits with a study of local legends.
  • Castles of Italy: Virtual tours with a study of local legends.
  • Thermal Baths and Spas: Tradition and renowned spa towns. – on request –development on stand by
  • Cities of Historical/Cultural Significance and Regional Seats – on request – development on stand by

Technology & Ecology

Courses

  • An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI):(4) First approach, from the basics.
  • Robotics (robotica):(2) Introduction to Robotics with Robots.
  • IoT – – IIoT – IoE – WoT: Introduction to the Internet of Things.
  • Environmental Technology (E-Tech): Introduction to sustainable technologies.
  • The Rebel’s Italian Grace on Four Wheels and the Tongue – on request
  • Renewable and Alternative Energy: The Lithium Misconceptions
  • The Italian Language and the Climate Emergency
  • WEEE Management: Shifting from a Linear Drain to Sustainable Circular Flow – on request
  • Asbestos, Carcinogenic Fibres, and Associated Risks: A Scientific-Cultural Exploration in Italy – on request

Courses

  • Lavoro: Labor laws, workers’ rights and safety, social security institutions (INPS, INAIL) – on request
  • Salute e sicurezza sul lavoro (D.Lgs. 81-08) – coming soon (75%)
  • Prevenzione incendi : Reference Legislation
  • Contratti, Sicurezza, Rischi, Remunerazione – on request – coming soon 80%
  • Obiettivi ONU 2030: SDG’s and Fundamental principles
  • La Costituzione italiana: monograph – on request– development on stand by
  • Sviluppo sostenibile, Diritto e Geopolitica
  • Storia d’Italia Repubblicana; le figure chiave: our Presidents- on request– development on stand by

Courses

  • Elegance, Italian Fashion, famous brands, Italian stylists/designers: coming soon (80%)
  • Mindset: Overview and Italian perspective.
  • Lifestyle – stile di vita degli italiani e paragoni: General overview and Italian perspective.
  • Stereotypes: General theoretical principles and global applications Vs. stereotypes about Italians worldwide
  • Gestures, body language, and lie detection (for Italians)
  • The Italian Character – A CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC JOURNEY THROUGH PASSIONS AND PECULIARITIES
  • Ceramics of Italy: A Journey Through Art, History, and Language – coming soon (70%)
  • Modern Embroidery and AI in Design – coming soon (75%)
  • I Tarocchi (artistic point of view): on request– coming soon (70%)
  • Santi Italiani: life, actions and cultural impact – on request– development on stand by
  • Pillole di Storia del XXI Secolo: Main events and recent developments – on request coming soon (75%)
  • La Cultura e la Filmografia ITA – on request– development on stand by
  • Il cinema Italiano (film iconici ed attori) – on request –coming soon (85%)
  • Cultura 1 (Mix) : Literature, art, embroidery, ceramics, music, myths, and legends – mix on request

Courses

  • Grammatica e Pronuncia: grammar rules and strusture of the sentences + reading and speaking exercises – on development
  • Lingua Italiana, grammatica, cenni sui modi di dire development on stand by
  • Modi di dire in italiano
  • Elementi fondamentali della lingua Italiana per anglofoni – coming soon (70%)
  • Lingua e grammatica Italiana: Sfumature linguistiche e culturali – new release
  • Le sfumature dell’Italiano: un percorso tra grammatica e cultura – new release
  • Lezioni di immersione totale nella Vita e nell’Anima italiana con equivalenti culturali anglosassoni
  • L’Italia Nascosta (the Hidden Italy)
  • L’Italiano autentico – Come parlano veramente gli italiani
  • Status Symbol chiave in Italia Vs. U.S.A., Canada, Sudamerica, Asia, Africa, ecc. –
  • Sintesi di un percorso ricco e sfaccettato sulla “letteratura italiana”
  • “Il teatro italiano” – uno Specchio della letteratura e della società – on request
  • Sfumature Positive e Negative delle Donne Italiane legate ad un percorso tra grammatica e Cultura
  • Guida all’arte della Seduzione Raffinata e Rispettosa con Stile ed Intelligenza; (con grammatica)

Conclusion

Potomac Italian Academy:
Beyond words: Live the authentic “Italian way of life”

You are very important for us and you will be with us, one of us, followed by us.
As for our land, as for our country, you will be part of our Italian heart.


The SYLLABUS, which indicate course content, sometimes don’t strictly follow the step-by-step progression presented in lectures. Instead, they offer a more global, comprehensive view.
This is due to continuous modifications and suggestions made as the courses progress

The courses will be formally ACTIVE based on the popularity indicated in the survey. The initial “C.”stands for “container,” which contains summaries of courses that are nearing completion or being optimized. All courses have, by and large, a duration of 18 hours (12 lessons x 1,5h/lesson). We are developing some 4-, 8- and 10-lessons courses

The tuition for each “18h” course is only _ _ _ $. It’s a small price to invest in your future. To pre-enroll and help us unlock the course, please complete our quick survey whenever you get a chance.

Food desk

Wine 1

Wine 2

Wine 3

EVOO 1

EVOO 2

Cheese 1

Typical Italian Breads

Ready

Typical Sweets & Recipes

about ready (90%)

“C.” Wine & Food

in an advanced stage of development

Geography desk

Italian Regions 1

Italian Regions 2

Castles of Piemonte

Islands and Islets

Ready

Castles of Italy

Ready

“C.” Geography

in an advanced stage of development

Technology & Ecology desk

Technology: AI 1.1.

Technology: AI 1.2.

Transport Ecotechnologies

Robotics

about ready

Tech.: IoT-IIoT-IoE-WoT

about ready

“C.” technology

in an advanced stage of development

Law & Work Courses + Culture & History + Italian Language, Grammar, and More … desks

Mindset

LifeStyle

Gestures and Deception

Stereotypes

about ready (85%)

Cinema, Directors, and Actors

about ready

“C.” Grammar

in an advanced stage of development

Italian Literature

Romancing the Italian Way

Sustainable Development

Paths for Italian L.

pathways suggestions

“C.” Law & Work

in an advanced stage of development

“C.” Culture & History

in an advanced stage of development

Hi, we are
Dott.ssa (interim assignment) FAS — PM1 + COO + CFO + KAM + Teacher. – – in U.S.A.
Dott. Ing. DR — PM2 + CIO + CTO + Teacher. – – in ITALY
P.I. DK — CIO + CTO + Teacher. – – in ITALY and/or SUISSE
Dott. TBDs. — Teachers. – – in ITALY
Others D or TBD – – in U.S.A.

PM = Project Manager
COO = Chief Operating Officer
KAM = Key Account Manager
CIO = Co-Head of Information Teams
CTO = Co-Head of Technology Teams
CFO = Chief Financial Officer

Contacts

Mob : _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
E-mail : ciao@potomacitalianacademy.org
Telegram FAS + DR + DK : @arinivora

Schedules in the U.S.

Mon/Thu: 08:30 – 20:00
Fri/Sat (only on request): 08:30 – 21:00
Sun: 08:45 – 19:00
(From 21:00 to 24:00 only on request)

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CORSI DI INTERESSE PIU' MARCATO PER CHI VALUTA POSSIBILITA' DI LAVORARE IN ITALIA. PROFESSIONALIZZANTI. LA MAGGIORANZA SONO IN PROGRESS.

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CORSI STRETTAMENTE UTILI PER AFFINARE ASPETTI DEL LINGUAGGIO ITALIANO. ALCUNI CORSI GIA' PRATICAMENTE "READY" SI TROVANO IN MIX

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