Crescendo!: An: Intermediate Italian Program

: The inclusion of background culture, historical context, and authentic dialogues helps students connect with the "heart" of the Italian people.

: The program often includes a textbook, companion CD for listening exercises, and a Workbook and Lab Manual . Potential Considerations Crescendo!: An Intermediate Italian Program

: A common criticism from self-study learners is the lack of a built-in answer key for textbook exercises, which can make it difficult to use without an instructor. : The inclusion of background culture, historical context,