1001. Basic I (4 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PORT 0051.)

Basic Portuguese I is an introductory Portuguese course for students with little or no previous Portuguese experience. The course will develop basic skills for speaking, listening, reading, and writing as well as introduce students to the richness and diversity of Luso-Brazilian cultures. It combines regular classroom instruction and practice with Language Lab sessions dedicated to the use of instructional technology.

Note: Prior to fall 2009, course title was “Elements I.”

1002. Basic II (4 s.h.) F S. RCI: LA.

(Formerly: PORT 0052.)

Prerequisite: Portuguese 1001 or equivalent.

Basic Portuguese II is a continuation of the work begun in Basic I. The course further develops basic skills for speaking, listening, reading, and writing, and it continues the introduction to the richness and diversity of Luso-Brazilian cultures. It combines regular classroom instruction and practice with Language Lab sessions dedicated to the use of instructional technology.

Note: Prior to fall 2009, course title was “Elements II.”

1003. Intermediate (3 s.h.) S. RCI: LB.

(Formerly: PORT C061.)

Prerequisite: Portuguese 1002 (0052) or equivalent.

This is a communicative intermediate Portuguese course. More sophisticated grammar will be introduced and students will continue to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing competencies. Class work will include discussions, videos, and writing. Students will take a more active role in their own learning process by using computer technology out of class to hone grammar skills and explore the multi-faceted world of Luso-Brazilian culture.

1021. Portuguese for Spanish Speakers (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0055.)

Prerequisite: Spanish 2001 or equivalent.

An intensive Portuguese course intended for students who have completed four semesters of instructional Spanish or have a native or native-like command of the language. There is emphasis on all basic skills for speaking, listening, reading, and writing, in addition to introducing the richness and diversity of Luso-Brazilian cultures. It combines regular classroom instruction and practice with Language Lab sessions dedicated to the use of instructional technology. This course meets the instructional objectives equivalent to Portuguese 1003.

Note: Prior to fall 2009, course title was “Concentrated Elements.”

1022. Conversational Review (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: PORT 0062.)

Prerequisite: Portuguese 1003 or 1021 or equivalent.

The main thrust of this course is oral practice with grammar review for the purpose of improving the non-native student’s oral communication skills.

2001. Composition and Conversation (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0102.)

Prerequisite: Portuguese 1022 or equivalent.

The course devotes time to reading comprehension and oral expression, but the main thrust of the course is written expression using appropriate Portuguese grammar.

2002. Readings in Portuguese (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0103.)

Prerequisite: Portuguese 2001 or equivalent.

This course devotes time to speaking and writing skills, but the main emphasis is reading comprehension and interpretation of texts in Portuguese.

3101. Readings in Luso-Brazilian Literature (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0211.)

Prerequisite: Portuguese 2001 or equivalent.

Themes in Luso-Brazilian culture in the context of short prose readings, including the short story and the short novel. Emphasis on tools for advanced reading: vocabulary recognition, comprehension of idiomatic expressions, and knowledge of advanced grammar. Includes writing and oral discussion.

3201. Portuguese and Brazilian Culture and Civilization (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0235.)

Prerequisite: Portuguese 2001 or equivalent.

Diverse subjects in Brazilian and Portuguese studies fall under this rubric. In addition to readings of original texts, this course incorporates discussions on the central history, politics, society, and cultural aspects related to the foundation and development of both Portugal and Brazil.

4000. Special Topics in Portuguese (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0380.)

Prerequisite: A Portuguese 3000-level course or equivalent.

This course examines specific topics in contemporary Brazilian and/or Portuguese culture, literature, or linguistics. Course content varies each semester to offer optimum exposure to new areas of study.

4083. Directed Reading (1 to 3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PORT 0303.)

Prerequisite: A Portuguese 3000 level course or equivalent and permission of instructor and chair.

Special readings of Portuguese by arrangement with a Portuguese faculty member.

4101. Brazilian Short Story (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0381.)

Prerequisite: A Portuguese 3000-level course or equivalent.

An overview of Brazilian short stories from 1900 to the present. Selected texts introduce students to the work of major Brazilian writers of the genre. While focusing primarily on literary texts, the course will also draw attention to literary movements and major themes.

4102. Contemporary Portuguese and/or Brazilian Literature (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: PORT 0385.)

Prerequisite: A Portuguese 3000-level course or equivalent.

A survey of twentieth-century literary movements in Portuguese and/or Brazilian prose and poetry, such as pre-modernism, modernism, and regionalism with an emphasis on contemporary writers.