Class Techniques of Written Expression

This curriculum unit presents a very practical approach for clear and effective communication, providing students with tools and techniques in order to improve their written expression.   After attending this unit, students should be able to:   Write with clarity and linguistic accuracy; Master the different levels of the Portuguese Language: lexicon, syntax and semantics; Master the rules of spelling and punctuation; Improve communication skills, directed to the clarity and effectiveness of the message; Know how to tailor communication in different contexts and to different audiences;  Know the specificity of var different types of text, in order to promote versatility in written communication.

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PART 1 | GOOD USE OF THE PORTUGUESE LANGUAGE Critical aspects of spelling Critical aspects of verbal inflection Critical aspects of vocabulary Critical aspects of verbal syntax   PART 2 | THE WRITING PROCESS The writing process: planning, writing, revising From the sentence to the paragraph Articulating the discourse: the discourse connectors Linguistic mechanisms that add impact to the text The correct use of punctuation, with special emphasis on the use of the comma   PARTE 3 | WRITTEN EXPRESSION Production of texts of the professional/business area: news article, formal e-mail, formal invitation, press release, argumentative text, cover letter, among others. Reading and analysis of texts from various authors in diversified registers (essay, commentary, critical review, among others).  

Classes are theoretical-practical and involve applying and developing the skills required by the use of the language in written exercises. The lecturer presents the topic with audio-visual aids or fostering the discussion and mobilization of previous knowledge. From the presentation and/o discussion, the students are stimulated to participate actively in the construction of knowledge based on the reading and discussion of texts of different types, use of diversified materials, practical exercises, favouring work in pairs or small groups to be shared in the classroom. 

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