Modern Languages and Cultures
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title ELEMENTARY PORTUGUESE 3+4, YEAR 1
Code PORT134
Coordinator Ms ASD Almeida
Languages, Cultures and Film
A.Almeida@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2023-24 Level 4 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements):
PORT112 BEGINNERS PORTUGUESE 1+2, YEAR 1 

Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite:
 

Co-requisite modules:
 

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours   33

         33
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 117
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply.  2    65       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Standard UoL penalties will apply There is a resit opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment.  10    20       
There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment.  0    15       

Aims

To provide students with competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking Portuguese at basic level;

To provide students with a sound understanding of basic aspects of Portuguese grammar;

To provide students with a sound understanding of basic aspects of Portuguese grammar;

To explore aspects of contemporary Portuguese-speaking culture through the medium of Portuguese.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Apply basic reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in Portuguese.

(LO2) Communicate in Portuguese in everyday contexts, using formal and informal registers as appropriate.

(LO3) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the structures, registers and varieties of Portuguese.

(LO4) Demonstrate some knowledge and understanding of the cultures and linguistic contexts of the countries where Portuguese is spoken.

(LO5) Critically reflect on and effectively apply language learning strategies.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills

(S4) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness

(S5) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice

Teaching and Learning Strategies

The majority of teaching will be delivered face-to-face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience.

Seminar:
The methodological approach is varied, with different classes teaching different skills. The Grammar classes will cover the principal grammatical functions of Portuguese in order to build a solid base from which to progress to a more advanced level in the second and final years. The grammar classes will take the form of explanations of language functions and subsequent practice of what has been learnt. The Language Skills classes will help build vocabulary and develop skills in reading comprehension, listening and writing. These classes will also be integrated with the language functions being studied in the Grammar classes and will offer further opportunity for students to practice and consolidate them. The Oral classes will focus on practising speaking and listening in Port uguese. The classes are intended to be as spontaneous as possible, and students are encouraged to participate actively. The tutor will prepare activities and will use a variety of media to provoke discussion around a specific theme or topic, and specific language functions.
Notes: The seminars consist of one Grammar class, one Language Skills class and one Oral class (conducted by a native speaker) per week.

Syllabus
 

Topics covered during this module may include:

Relative and indefinite pronouns;

Imperative mood;

Direct object pronouns;

Past participle, present perfect, past perfect and pluperfect;

Future, conditional and ways to express them;

Present subjunctive.

Recommended Texts
Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.