PhD in Caterina Calicchio

Caterina Calicchio's PhD research focuses on applying 'Community Based Learning' practices to Italian L2 language courses at the Università per Stranieri di Perugia to foster intercultural competence. Her work aims to enhance students' awareness of their own and new cultures, thereby improving their intercultural skills. The research spans

the 2022-2025 academic cycle.

Under the supervision of the Department of Italian Language, Literature, and Arts of the World (LILAIM), she explores glottodidattica and significant learning, with a particular emphasis on social engagement and lifelong learning.