italian-studies: Scholarly discussions in any field of Italian studies
Cari colleghi,
vi invio il bando per le borse di studio per assistenti di lingua inglese nelle
scuole lombarde, anno accademico 2006/07. La scadenza per la presentazione
delle domande e` il 30 aprile 2006. In caso di difficolta` a ricevere
attachment, potete consultare il testo del bando (in inglese) nel corpo di
questo messaggio.
Cordiali saluti,
Nicoletta Marini-Maio
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Nicoletta Marini-Maio
Department of Italian
Voter Hall 111
Middlebury College
Middlebury, VT 05753
tel. 802 443 5977
fax 802 443 2251
email [log in to unmask]
BANDO
International Relations Division of the Regional School Board of Lombardy
Europa dell’Istruzione Project
Rete delle scuole autonome della Lombardia
Giuseppe Strada
ITCG Luca Pacioli - Crema
Via Seminario, 7
26013 Crema, (Cremona) Italy
Tel. +39 (0373) 8082 / 86044
Fax +39 (0373) 86193
Email: [log in to unmask]
http://www.pacioli.net/
Carlo Cipollone
Consolato Generale d’Italia
100 Boylston Street
Suite 900
Boston, MA 02116
Tel +1 (617) 292-0950
Fax +1 (617) 542-3998
e-mail: [log in to unmask]
http://www.ufficioscolasticoboston.org/
SCHOLARSHIPS
FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE ASSISTANTS
IN LOMBARD SCHOOLS
2006-2007 Academic Year
The Rete delle scuole autonome della Lombardia offers a program of study,
training and intercultural experience for the 2006-2007 academic year to native
speakers of English. The program is open to individuals who are completing or
have recently completed (within the last 18 months) university studies in
Italian language and culture, and is also open to students who are currently
enrolled in M.A. or Ph.D. programs in Italian language and culture in
North-American universities. While the program is intended for enrolled
students or recent graduates whose course of study is Italian language and
culture, it is also open to enrolled students or recent graduates in other
disciplines who would like to have an intercultural experience of study and
training in Italian schools. The program is part of the Europa dell’Istruzione
project which promotes linguistic and intercultural exchange within Europe and
across the globe.
The terms of the program are as follows:
1. The selected candidates will plan a program of study and training that is in
keeping with their university curriculum and their own cultural and linguistic
goals. The program shall be carried out at an appointed school.
2. The selected candidates must be covered by medical insurance.
3. Reimbursement for expenses will come to a net total of 500 Euros a month, and
can be offered in non-monetary form such as provision of lodging.
4. The school which accepts the appointed candidates will designate a tutor who
will see to their reception and integration, and who will serve as their
principal resource and point of reference. The tutor will help the students to
locate housing (apartment, room, or room with a family). The identity of the
tutor will be communicated to the selected candidates, or to their university,
before their arrival in Italy.
5. The selected candidates commit themselves to attend a program of 12 hours per
week of training in English language instruction and to 13 cumulative hours per
week of various other activities, namely, independent study, creation of
projects, conversation with students, office hours, excursions, meetings with a
tutor, and reports, in the school to which they are assigned. The schedule is
arranged with the tutor designated by the directors of the program.
6. The duration of the program will be 3 months (between October and May) and
will be renewable. The duration is to be settled before the student’s
departure, according to the needs of the schools and the candidates themselves.
The departure date should also conform to the directives of the Italian consular
officers in regard to the acquisition of a visa.
7. Absence on the part of students—whether for reasons of personal or family
health, or to take university exams—must be justified and may not in any case
exceed 15 days.
8. At the end of the program in the designated school, the principal will issue
a certificate indicating the dates of the scholarship, noting any periods of
absence.
The criteria for the selection of candidates are as follows, in order of
importance:
1. Personal motivation
2. Letter of recommendation from a professor, addressing the motivation and
character of the applicant
3. Experience of teaching any language to non-native speakers (preferably,
experience teaching English to foreigners)
4. Status as current Italian majors or minors, recent graduates in Italian
(within 18 months), or status as M.A. or Ph.D. students currently specializing
in Italian language and culture
5. Completion of at least 3 semesters of Italian at university with a minimum
grade of B, or equivalent knowledge of Italian
6. Experience of study or work abroad, or participation in cross-cultural
activities and projects in North America
7. cumulative GPA of 3.25 or equivalent
8. Intention, confirmed by professor, of undertaking graduate study in Italian
in a masters or doctoral program
Documents to submit with application:
1. A short essay, of between 800 and 1000 words, in Italian or English on the
theme “Italy and Your Country: Confronti.” The essay may address questions such
as: What similarities and differences have you noticed, or do you expect to
find, between the American and Italian culture? How do you think you could
contribute to the cultural, intellectual, and linguistic enrichment of an
Italian student of English? Why do you wish to apply to this scholarship in
Italy? (PLEASE NOTE: A high level of proficiency in Italian language and
culture will be a preferential criterion for the selection of the candidate.)
2. A letter of recommendation from a professor.
3. An official transcript of university grades, updated to the most recent term
of study.
4. A copy of the university diploma (B.A. or higher).
If the number of applicants who are enrolled or recently graduated students is
lower than the number of scholarships available in Lombardy, students from
other disciplines can then be admitted. The criteria for selection will be the
same, except for points 4 and 5.
How to apply:
The essay “Italy and Your Country: Confronti,” accompanied by a brief cover
letter, must be sent via e-mail by the student directly to: Prof. Carlo
Cipollone [log in to unmask] no later than midnight (Eastern Standard
Daylight Time) on 30 April 2006. The other documents should be postmarked 30
April 2006 and mailed by standard mail to:
Prof. Carlo Cipollone
Ufficio Scolastico
Consolato Generale d’Italia
100 Boylston Street
Suite 900
Boston, MA 02116
Tel +1 (617) 292-0950
Fax +1 (617) 542-3998
Candidates will be evaluated by a committee organized by the Rete delle scuole
autonome della Lombardia (Prof. Catia Benelli, Prof. Benedetto Di Rienzo, Prof.
Paola Severgnini, Prof. Giuseppe Strada) in collaboration with the Educational
Office of the Consulate General of Italy in Boston (Prof. Carlo Cipollone) and
the Italian Department at Middlebury College (Prof. Nicoletta Marini-Maio).
The committee will make a ranked list of preferable candidates, and
scholarships/internships will be assigned until there are no more left.
In order to avoid bureaucratic delays (in the acquisition of a visa, etc.) the
committee will begin the selection process immediately. To this end,
candidates are asked to send application materials as soon as possible.
Successful candidates will be notified by the selection committee by 15 June,
2006.
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