"SyllaRus – A Teaching Syllabus for the Russian Language: Reception, Testing, and Extension" is a research project dedicated to advancing Russian language studies in Italian universities. Conducted in collaboration with the University of Verona under the direction of principal investigator Daniele Artoni, the initiative also benefits from the contributions of vice principal investigators Marco Magnani (University of Trento) and Claudia Criveller (University of Padova). This project aims to enhance teaching methodologies by integrating linguistic competence with metalinguistic awareness, thereby elevating educational standards across participating institutions.