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Courses in Portuguese (designated PORT) may be applied as appropriate, for example, toward:
- the general education requirements in the arts and humanities;
- a major or minor in humanities; and
- electives.
A basic foundation in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Portuguese. Portuguese culture, history, current events, and geography provide the context for instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and writing. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessary to communicate with native Portuguese speakers orally and on writing at an elementary level.
Prerequisite: PORT 111. A continuation of the development of basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Portuguese. Portuguese culture, history, current events, and geography provide the context for instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and writing. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessary to communicate with native Portuguese speakers orally and on writing at an advanced elementary level. Much of the class is conducted in Portuguese.
(Conducted in English.) A study of Iberian and Portuguese culture up to 1800 as embodied in history, literature, art, and social traditions. Field trips may be included.
(Conducted in English.) A study of Portuguese culture from 1800 as embodied in its literary, artistic, and social traditions. Emphasis is on contemporary Portugal. Field trips may be included.
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