Language Camp: Introduction to Brazilian Portuguese for Teens
In this one-week (4-day) course, we will have fun learning basic greetings, introductions, vocabulary and simple phrases for communicating in Brazilian Portuguese. #confidence
Mrs. Lisa Galvao, B.A. English Ed; M.A.,TESL/TEFL
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(50)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Limited homework will be assigned, primarily focused on practicing and reviewing each day's new vocabulary. Reviewing and practicing should take no more than 1 hour per day. (However, more review and practice is always welcomed!)Assessment
Assessment will be done via learner participation and attendance. Grades will not be given for this camp.Grading
includedClass Experience
Vamos falar portugues! In this four-day camp, learners will learn some basic, conversational Portuguese as spoken in Brazil and will have a fun time getting to know some interesting facts about the culture as well as nuances about the language. Learners will learn through instruction and modeling by the teacher, followed by individual and interactive practice. Emphasis will be placed on using Portuguese in conversational settings. This is a beginner level, introductory course. Approximately 25 minutes will be instructional time and 20 minutes will involve practice for each class period. This summer language camp is designed to be participatory and will focus on attaining some basic conversational fluency and reading skills. Class 1: Introductions, Greetings & Leave Takings Class 2: Polite Expressions & Survival Vocabulary Class 3: Family Vocabulary Class 4: Food Vocabulary No required experience or prior knowledge is necessary.
Learning Goals
Learners will learn basic greetings, leave takings, and survival-level vocabulary for communicative purposes. Learners will gain an appreciation for Brazilian Portuguese and understand basic linguistic nuances between English and Portuguese.
Other Details
Supply List
Besides any computer/technical devices needed for Outschool, students will need to have pencil, eraser, and notebook paper. Students will also need to have access to either a hard copy English-Portuguese dictionary or an online or app version (e.g., Google translate). A list of helpful websites with video links will be given in class for further study and information. The teacher will provide all other materials.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined March, 2020
4.9
50reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from Wheaton College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Judson College (now known as Judson University)
Portuguese is my second language of 20+ years. I have a love for the language, culture, and people of Brazil, and I love to share that knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion with my learners. Furthermore, because of my professional background in studying phonology and linguistics in teaching English as a second language, I have a unique perspective and understanding on how to teach and learn language. Plus, I find language and culture learning fun!Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
4-8 learners per class
