Modern Language-Portuguese

This course initiates the development of the ability to speak, understand, read, and write Portuguese. Students learn the fundamentals of grammar, basic vocabulary, and correct pronunciation. Various aspects of Portuguese cultures are discussed. This is a beginning-level course designed for students with no previous experience or with no more than one year of study of Portuguese at the high school level.

This course is a continuation of MLPO 101 Beginning Portuguese I. Emphasis is on communication through continued development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in the language. Students continue to acquire grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and correct pronunciation, which will enhance their ability to initiate and sustain conversations, read basic Portuguese passages, and write basic Portuguese sentences and dialogues. Various aspects of Portuguese cultures are explored. The Modern Languages Department recommends this course to students with one to two years of previous study in Portuguese at the high school level or one semester at the college level.
Prerequisite: MLPO 101 Beginning Portuguese I; or departmental approval.

This course involves independent work on a selected topic under the direction of members of the Modern Languages Department. Limited to two courses per student.
Prerequisite: approval of the Department Chair and Division Dean.