Spring 2008 Course Descriptions

Portuguese 114
Portuguese for Speakers of Spanish (and other Romance Languages)
Prof. Flannery
MW 1-2pm, TR 1:30-2:30

Portuguese 114 was designed to fulfill the needs of the Portuguese student who possesses knowledge of Spanish or other Romance languages. The course begins with basic vocabulary and structures advancing at an accelerated pace. Since speakers of Romance languages are usually able to read and understand oral input in Portuguese at a high-intermediate level, classroom activities will emphasize pronunciation, written production, structures and vocabulary that are specific to Portuguese. The class will be conducted entirely in Portuguese.

Portuguese 120
Elementary Portuguese II
Prof. Flores
MWF 1-2pm, TR 1:30-2:30

Portuguese 120 is the second semester of the basic-level integrated skills language course. It emphasizes the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities within a cultural context. Throughout the semester, students will learn about the Lusophone World and how culture affects language usage. They will also learn communication strategies. Students will participate in pair, small-groups and whole-class activities that focus on the meaningful and accurate exchange of information. The class will be conducted entirely in Portuguese.

Portuguese 134
Portuguese for Speakers of Spanish (and other Romance languages)
Prof. Flannery
MTWR 11-12pm

Portuguese 120 is the second semester of the basic-level integrated skills language course. It emphasizes the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities within a cultural context. Throughout the semester, students will learn about the Lusophone World and how culture affects language usage. They will also learn communication strategies. Students will participate in pair, small-groups and whole-class activities that focus on the meaningful and accurate exchange of information. The class will be conducted entirely in Portuguese.

Portuguese 140
Prof. Flannery
MTWR 11-12pm

Portuguese 140 is the second semester intermediate-level integrated skills language course. Students will advance into more complex reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities. Students will continue to explore and deepen their knowledge of the Lusophone world, with a focus on Brazil. The course will include music, film, TV programs, literature and art in order to develop students' listening abilities and interpretive skills. Students will also review grammar and expand on their communication skills. The class will be conducted entirely in Portuguese.

Portuguese 240
Topics in Brazilian Culture
Prof. Flores
TR 3-4:30pm