LA333-6-AU-CO:
Portuguese Conversion I

The details
2024/25
Language and Linguistics
Colchester Campus
Autumn
Undergraduate: Level 6
Current
Thursday 03 October 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
15
02 September 2024

 

Requisites for this module
(none)
(none)
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(none)

 

LA340

Key module for

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Module description

This accelerated introductory Portuguese module is especially devised for students with A-level Spanish/Italian/Romanian/French knowledge or equivalent (e.g. B2 of the Common European Framework). It is also open to native speakers of these languages.

Module aims

It aims to develop written, aural/oral and reading skills in Portuguese to an advanced level (exit level comparable to Threshold Level B1 of the Common European Framework). Students will also be introduced to aspects of cultures and society in Portuguese-speaking countries through the use of authentic texts.

Module learning outcomes

At the end of the module students should be able to
• Understand and evaluate the gist of short texts from newspapers and magazines and short literary texts.
• Write letters and short compositions on different non-specialized topics.
• Interact in everyday oral situations.
• Understand the gist of aural texts in the form of dialogues, interviews etc.
• Appreciate key facets of the Portuguese world, its cultural and social realities and develop intellectual skills through critical reading of authentic texts.
• Develop academic, transferable study skills such as independent learning, problem-solving, team-working, time-management, use of electronic media.

Module information

The Department of Language and Linguistics can offer guidance on prior knowledge or qualification exemptions.

Learning and teaching methods

The academic year for this module, runs from academic week 2 to 11 (Autumn term), and from academic week 16 to 25 (Spring term), and finally academic weeks 30 and 31 (Spring term). There is a reading week in Week 20. A 30-credit module comprises 300 hours of preparation, reading, and learning time. This module offers four weekly hours over the academic year, making up a total of 84 hours. The rest of the time (216 hours) is dedicated to preparation and reading times, as well as independent learning time. Teaching methods will involve individual and group work, as well as class presentations. Besides the classes, students will need to work independently for an average of 6 hours a week to complete the work set in order to fully meet the outcomes.

Bibliography

The above list is indicative of the essential reading for the course.
The library makes provision for all reading list items, with digital provision where possible, and these resources are shared between students.
Further reading can be obtained from this module's reading list.

Assessment items, weightings and deadlines

Coursework / exam Description Deadline Coursework weighting
Coursework   Moodle language quiz      30% 
Coursework   Role Play    30% 
Coursework   Written test    30% 
Coursework   Written assignment on Moodle  10/01/2025  10% 

Exam format definitions

  • Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
  • In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary, for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.

Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.

Overall assessment

Coursework Exam
100% 0%

Reassessment

Coursework Exam
100% 0%
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Dr Antonio Da Silva, email: antonio.dasilva@essex.ac.uk.
Dr. Antonio Márcio da Silva
Dr. Antonio Márcio da Silva email: antonio.dasilva@essex.ac.uk room 4.203, Number x2332

 

Availability
No
Yes
No

External examiner

Prof Maria Teresa Conde
University of Cambridge
University Professor
Resources
Available via Moodle
Of 40 hours, 38 (95%) hours available to students:
0 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
2 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.

 

Further information
Language and Linguistics

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