Portuguese Language and Literature Courses

Portuguese Language and Literature Courses

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Beginners Level

Introduction to Portuguese Language

Basic greetings and introductions

Portuguese alphabet and pronunciation

Common everyday phrases and expressions

Vocabulary Building

Everyday objects and activities

Numbers, colors, and shapes

Family and relationships in a Portuguese context

Grammar Fundamentals

Nouns, particles, and basic sentence structure

Present tense verb conjugation

Simple sentence construction

Introduction to Portuguese Literature

Simple Portuguese stories and folktales

Introduction to famous Portuguese authors

Reading and comprehension exercises focused on beginner-level texts

Intermediate Level

Intermediate Grammar

Past and future tense verb conjugation

Complex sentence structures

Adjectives, adverbs, and verb modifiers

Conversational Portuguese

Discussing hobbies, interests, and daily routines

Describing people, places, and experiences

Giving opinions and preferences in a Portuguese context

Portuguese Literature through Time

Classic Portuguese novels and short stories

Analyzing themes and literary devices

Reading and discussing excerpts from intermediate-level literary works

Writing Skills

Structuring paragraphs and short essays

Narrative and descriptive writing in Portuguese

Letter and email writing with a cultural touch

Advanced Level

Advanced Grammar

Subjunctive mood and conditional structures

Complex verb conjugations

Sentence connectors and discourse markers

Cultural Studies

Portuguese history, traditions, and customs

Contemporary Portuguese society and pop culture

Exploring Portuguese-speaking countries and their influences

Literary Analysis

In-depth study of renowned Portuguese authors

Critical analysis of novels, poetry, and drama

Comparative studies of Portuguese literary works

Advanced Conversation and Debate

Discussing complex topics in Portuguese

Expressing nuanced opinions

Engaging in debates and group discussions in a Portuguese context

Expert Level

Proficiency in Portuguese Language

Mastery of advanced grammar and vocabulary

Enhancing pronunciation and fluency

Advanced language skills for academic, professional, and social contexts

Advanced Literary Theory

Examining different Portuguese literary movements

Analyzing contemporary Portuguese works

Exploring literary criticism and theory in a Portuguese context

Professional Applications of Portuguese

Business Portuguese and negotiation skills

Portuguese for academia and research

Translation and interpretation techniques for the Portuguese language