Summer Mind Map Club: Boost Your Portuguese Vocabulary With a Native Speaker!
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Students will receive one homework assignment per week; completing these tasks is crucial for reviewing and applying the knowledge covered in class. Completing homework within the assigned week is essential for timely correction and feedback, reinforcing learning and allowing prompt application of class concepts.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Mind Map Club: Boost Your Portuguese Vocabulary is an interactive and dynamic course focused on expanding your Portuguese vocabulary through the technique of mind mapping. In this course, we'll explore topics like words within the same semantic field, synonyms, antonyms, and groups of words belonging to the same morphological or semantic category. For example, we will connect nouns from the same semantic group, link synonyms and antonyms, relate adjectives to nouns, and connect verbs with similar meanings. Additionally, we will explore prepositions and teach students how to connect words in collocation situations. The class is structured to be hands-on and collaborative, with both the teacher and students creating mind maps together in real time. I will teach through guided activities, visual demonstrations, and discussions, providing plenty of opportunities for learners to practice in a supportive environment. My teaching style is engaging and interactive, focusing on practical vocabulary acquisition and meaningful connections between words. Learners will have continuous interaction with me, as we work together on mind maps, discuss vocabulary choices, and receive personalized feedback throughout the course. No prior knowledge of Portuguese is required—this course is designed for learners of all levels who want to expand their vocabulary in a structured and engaging way! The supportive, small-group setting allows for personalized attention and direct feedback, making it easy to participate, ask questions, and progress at an individual pace. Whether learning for travel, personal growth, or cultural connection, students will build confidence in using Portuguese vocabulary through a fun and interactive environment. One of the unique aspects of Mind Map Club: Boost Your Portuguese Vocabulary is its flexible structure—students can join at any time, even if the course is already in progress. Each lesson is self-contained, focusing on building vocabulary through semantic connections, such as linking synonyms, antonyms, and words within the same category. The mind mapping approach ensures that students can engage with new words visually and contextually, making it easier to retain and apply their learning. Below, you’ll find what students will learn in each class. By joining this dynamic course, students will explore vocabulary through mind maps, connect words effectively, and enhance their ability to use them in real-life contexts. Each lesson includes interactive activities, guided practice, and personalized feedback to reinforce learning. Ultimately, learners will gain the confidence to use their expanded Portuguese vocabulary naturally and effectively. Week of April 7: Family and Relationships. Week of April 14: Time and Calendar Vocabulary. Week of April 21: Body and Health Parts. Week of April 28: Health and Wellness. Week of May 5: Weather. Week of May 12: Emotions and Feelings. Week of May 19: Places in the City. Week of May 26: Shopping Vocabulary. Week of June 2: Shopping for Food. Week of June 9: Clothing and Fashion. Week of June 16: Home and Furniture. Week of June 23: Travel Vocabulary. I strictly follow Outschool’s refund and reschedule policies, with no exceptions beyond what Outschool allows. All students must keep their cameras on during class unless they have an official Outschool verification badge. Additionally, I do not accept social media requests or exchange personal contact information to ensure compliance with Outschool’s policies. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Learning Goals
Expand Vocabulary through Semantic Connections: Help students expand their Portuguese vocabulary by connecting words through semantic fields, synonyms, antonyms, and collocations, building a deeper and more versatile vocabulary.
Enhance Retention and Recall with Mind Mapping: Help students retain and recall new vocabulary effectively by using mind maps, a visual technique that enhances memory and facilitates easy word retrieval in various contexts.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Milena Brown is Brazilian and has over 20 years of experience teaching Portuguese. She holds a degree in Portuguese and English Languages from Universidade de Brasília (UnB) and a degree in Pedagogy from Centro Universitário de Brasília (UniCEUB). Passionate about teaching Portuguese and Brazilian culture, she specializes in teaching children and teenagers, making learning an engaging and enriching experience.
Currently, she lives in the USA, and while living and teaching in Brazil, she participated in a teacher selection process and secured second place for creating and developing a literacy project in Portuguese titled Fabricando as Palavras (Manufacturing Words). As a reward, she was granted an exchange program to participate in the Professional Development Program for Teachers of Basic Education at Niagara College in Canada in 2019.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
25 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
1-4 learners per class