Signora Scanga

Welcome to My Teacher Page!

Hello, OLV community! I am Signora Scanga, and I am thrilled to be a part of the OLV family in my first year here. As a lifelong learner with a passion for Italian language and culture, I bring a unique perspective to the classroom.

About Me:

I hold a bachelor's degree in Italian, with minors in psychology and global studies. Currently, I am in my last semester pursuing a Master's degree in Italian Education. My roots are deeply connected to Italy, as my family is Italian, and I had the enriching experience of living in Italy for a couple of years.

Classes I Teach:

At OLV, I have the pleasure of teaching Italian to students ranging from pre-K to 8th grade. I believe in creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students can explore the beauty of the Italian language and culture.

Curriculum Highlights:

In my classes, we follow a dynamic curriculum that combines language acquisition with a deep understanding of Italian traditions, history, and contemporary life. I am committed to fostering not just language skills but also cultural awareness and appreciation.

Online Resources:

To enhance the learning experience, I have compiled a list of online academic resources and software that can aid students in their language journey. You can find these valuable tools here: 

• BBC Languages - Italian:

  • BBC Languages offers interactive courses, audio, video, games, and quizzes to help students learn Italian.

• Duolingo:

  • Duolingo is a popular language-learning platform that makes learning Italian fun through gamified lessons and exercises.

• Quizlet - Italian Vocabulary:

  • Quizlet provides a platform for creating and using flashcards, quizzes, and games to reinforce Italian vocabulary.

• Digital Dialects - Italian Games:

  • Digital Dialects offers free to use language games for Italian learners, covering vocabulary, grammar, and phrases.

• ItalianPod101:

  • ItalianPod101 provides audio and video lessons, ranging from beginner to advanced levels, with accompanying lesson notes and transcripts.