Portuguese Language Course for Beginners – A Practical Course for Educators

Portuguese is a global language with over 260 million speakers, making it valuable for career, education, and cultural exchange. It is the official language of nine countries and is widely spoken in European communities, especially in France, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and the UK.

Professionally, Portuguese enhances job opportunities in business, education, tourism, and diplomacy. Academically, it facilitates student exchanges and research collaborations. Learning Portuguese also offers access to rich literature, music, and cinema, deepening cultural appreciation and enhancing travel experiences.

Overall, Portuguese is a valuable and strategic language, opening doors to new career paths, global connections, and cultural enrichment.

This course is designed for adult teachers and educators who want to start learning Portuguese for professional or personal development. It focuses on basic communication skills, essential vocabulary, and key grammatical structures, with practical applications in educational and everyday settings.

Participants will explore the advantages of learning Portuguese, including cultural enrichment, enhanced communication with Portuguese-speaking students and communities, and increased professional opportunities. The course combines interactive lessons, real-life conversations, and cultural insights to make learning engaging and effective.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

▪ Understand and use basic Portuguese vocabulary and expressions for everyday interactions.
▪ Communicate in simple classroom and professional contexts.
▪ Develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills at a beginner level.
▪ Gain insight into Portuguese-speaking cultures and their relevance in education.
▪ Recognize the benefits of learning Portuguese, including cognitive, social, and career advantages.

Programme

Day one: Participants arrival
▪ Orientation and information
▪ Networking activities

Day two: Introduction to the Portuguese Language
▪ Why learn Portuguese? Advantages for teachers and professionals
▪ Introduction to Portuguese-speaking countries and cultures
▪ Greetings, introductions, and common phrases
▪ Fun icebreaker games and speed networking
▪ Role-playing: getting information about other students

Day three: Practical Vocabulary and Conversational Skills
▪ Partner activities: dialogues and small talk
▪ Numbers, days of the week, and common phrases
▪ Talking about professions, nationality, and personal information
▪ Common phrases for travel, work, and social settings
▪ Fun challenges: speed vocabulary games, storytelling

Day four: Grammar and Sentence Building
▪ Essential verb conjugations (present, past, future)
▪ Sentence formation through interactive exercises
▪ Kahoot! and quizzes for grammar reinforcement
▪ Listening practice: Understanding simple dialogues in schools

Day five: Culture and Real-Life Immersion
▪ Portuguese traditions, music, and gastronomy
▪ Hands-on activities: cooking challenge, music and language workshop
▪ Virtual or real-world cultural scavenger hunt
▪ Final interactive presentation or real-world language task

Day six: Cultural Insights and Real-Life Applications
▪ A day in the city: real life communication
▪ AI use in daily life situations

Day seven: Course Wrap-up
▪ Course evaluation and feedback

Teaching Methodology:
▪ Interactive lectures and discussions
▪ Case studies and real-world examples
▪ Hands-on activities with AI tools
▪ Group projects and peer collaboration
▪ Practical assignments and communication exercises

Assessment and Certification:
▪ Participation in discussions and practical exercises
▪ Final presentation
▪ Certificate of completion for participants

Certification
▪ All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course. Additionally, an Europass Mobility Certificate can be issued upon request.
▪ Our courses are developed and delivered in full compliance with the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1.
▪ We also provide support to participants in completing Learning Agreements and any other necessary documentation required by their organization.

Costs and Erasmus+ funds (The cost can be funded by Erasmus+ programme KA1 mobility of staff)

Course fee: 560 €

The amount includes preparation for the course, training, training materials and organizational costs, coffee breaks and a guided tour.

Accommodation and meals are not included.