Class Portuguese Language and Culture

The curricular unit «Portuguese Language and Culture» aims to contribute to the consolidation of linguistic, communicative and cultural knowledge and skills, with a special focus on the context of the course in which it is set. It also seeks to promote teaching and learning from a perspective of pedagogical differentiation and to stimulate the acquisition of new skills for reading, interpreting and communicating texts of different genres and modes. It is suggested that the relationship between art and culture be emphasised in the context of human development, and different methodological approaches will be followed to enhance the understanding and appreciation of material and immaterial heritage.

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  A. Words, text and written expression Understanding the written word Identifying critical points in the Portuguese language Practising written expression   B.Words, ideas and oral expression Understanding and verbalising ideas Practising oral expression Debate and discussion - exposition and argumentation   C. From the past to now Identity dynamics of Portuguese culture Artistic aspects of Portuguese culture Customs and traditions Proverbs and idiomatic expressions   D. Conjugation of the verb in the future viable unknow   Art/Culture and Human Development (Re)writing and inventig the portuguese gaze: practices of utopia  

Teaching methodologies:   Theoretical lessons with a more expository content Theoretical-practical lessons with practical exercises in language use, taking into account the variation of texts/discourses Oral presentations with student participation Promotion of debate and continuous student participation Use of audiovisual documentation integrating student’ contributions   Evaluation: Oral presentation on the topics covered in the course (30%) Essay on the topics covered in the course (40%) Participation in classes, practical work, debates and exploration of contents (30%).     Evaluation criteria: quality of writing, ability to synthesise and frame the problem; original and critical argumentation; use and referencing of relevant sources; formal aspects and presentation.     

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