Portuguese - Beginner

Course Description

This is a standard class that meets once per week for 8 consecutive weeks. Introduces basic phrases and vocabulary with an emphasis on pronunciation and fundamental grammar. Students will learn to introduce themselves and talk about their daily activities. Topics: family, work, studies, and travel Objectives: definite and indefinite articles, pronouns, possessive pronouns, numbers, colors, simple nouns and adjectives, gender and number agreement, the simple present tense, and the use of "ser" and "estar" Textbook: Ponto de Encontro, 2nd Edition, Preliminary Lesson–Chapter 2