Not available in 2020/21
LN819
Portuguese: Level Two (Standard)
This information is for the 2020/21 session.
Teacher responsible
TBC
Availability
This non credit bearing course is available to all LSE students, staff, alumni and external clients.
Pre-requisites
This is an elementary level course. Students should have previously learnt ...see description of “Communicative content” and “Structural Content” of Level 1 Standard, LN792. Students should: Demonstrate commitment to regular attendance, completion of homework, completion of dossier of evidence and all assessments. Dedicate at least one hour per week for coursework in addition to classes. Admission onto the course upon completion of online level test and tutor’s approval. Student profile: Students who can handle a range of basic activities relating to work, study or time spent in the country. This course may be suitable for re-starters.
Course content
• To develop the ability to use Portuguese effectively for the purpose of practical communication in spoken and written discourse.
• To enable students to gain access through language to the contemporary scene and the background of Portuguese-speaking countries, their people and their cultures.
• To establish the skills, language and attitude required to promote and facilitate further study of Portuguese
• To bring the students to level A2 of CEFR.
Teaching
16 hours of classes in the MT. 22 hours of classes in the LT. 2 hours of classes in the ST.
Indicative reading
Study pack
Assessment
Continuous assessment (70%) in the LT and ST.
Oral examination (30%) in the ST.
Important information in response to COVID-19
Please note that during 2020/21 academic year some variation to teaching and learning activities may be required to respond to changes in public health advice and/or to account for the situation of students in attendance on campus and those studying online during the early part of the academic year. For assessment, this may involve changes to mode of delivery and/or the format or weighting of assessments. Changes will only be made if required and students will be notified about any changes to teaching or assessment plans at the earliest opportunity.
Key facts
Department: Language Centre
Total students 2019/20: Unavailable
Average class size 2019/20: 4
