Syllabus for Spanish: Learn PortugueseCourse Overview:This syllabus provides a comprehensive guide to learning Spanish, with a focus on acquiring Portuguese language skills. The course is designed to help learners develop proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking Spanish, while also providing insights into Portuguese language and culture.
Course Duration:The course will be conducted over a period of 12 weeks, with each week consisting of five sessions. Each session will be approximately 1 hour long.
Course Objectives:- Develop basic proficiency in Spanish language
- Gain understanding of Portuguese language and culture
- Enhance listening and speaking skills in Spanish
- Improve reading and writing skills in Spanish
- Explore similarities and differences between Spanish and Portuguese
Course Outline:Week 1: Introduction to Spanish- Introduction to the Spanish alphabet
- Greetings and basic expressions
- Numbers and counting in Spanish
- Introduction to Spanish pronunciation
- Basic vocabulary related to greetings, family, and personal information
Week 2: Spanish Grammar - Part 1- Introduction to gender and number agreement
- Basic sentence structure and word order
- Present tense of regular verbs
- Introduction to subject pronouns
- Practice exercises and role-play conversations
Week 3: Spanish Grammar - Part 2- Introduction to adjectives and their agreement
- Expressing possession with possessive adjectives
- Introduction to irregular verbs in the present tense
- Formation and usage of interrogative sentences
- Practice exercises and dialogues
Week 4: Spanish Vocabulary - Part 1- Common vocabulary related to food and drinks
- Expressing likes and dislikes
- Vocabulary for everyday activities and routines
- Introduction to telling time in Spanish
- Practice exercises and interactive activities
Week 5: Spanish Vocabulary - Part 2- Vocabulary related to travel and transportation
- Expressing opinions and preferences
- Vocabulary for shopping and making purchases
- Introduction to numbers beyond 100
- Practice exercises and role-playing scenarios
Week 6: Spanish Listening and Speaking Skills- Listening comprehension exercises
- Conversations related to daily life situations
- Pronunciation practice and accent reduction techniques
- Role-playing activities to improve speaking skills
- Practice exercises and group discussions
Week 7: Spanish Reading and Writing Skills- Reading comprehension exercises
- Understanding written texts in Spanish
- Writing personal descriptions and short paragraphs
- Introduction to formal and informal writing styles
- Practice exercises and writing assignments
Week 8: Spanish and Portuguese Similarities and Differences- Comparison of Spanish and Portuguese pronunciation
- Identifying similarities in vocabulary and grammar
- Exploring cultural differences between Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries
- Practice exercises and interactive discussions
Week 9: Spanish Conversation Practice- Conversational topics related to travel, hobbies, and interests
- Role-playing exercises to improve fluency and confidence
- Group discussions and debates
- Vocabulary expansion through real-life dialogues
- Practice exercises and language games
Week 10: Spanish Grammar Review- Recap of verb conjugation in different tenses
- Review of adjective agreement and placement
- Practice exercises to reinforce grammar concepts
- Error correction and feedback sessions
- Revision of key grammar rules
Week 11: Spanish Writing Practice- Writing longer paragraphs and essays
- Developing coherent arguments and opinions
- Improving sentence structure and clarity
- Proofreading and editing techniques
- Practice exercises and writing assignments
Week 12: Spanish Cultural Insights- Exploring the culture and traditions of Spanish-speaking countries
- Learning about famous Spanish and Portuguese artists and writers
- Understanding regional variations in Spanish language and culture
- Final project: Presenting a research topic related to Spanish or Portuguese culture
- Course evaluation and feedback session
Assessment Methods:- Weekly quizzes to test vocabulary and grammar understanding
- Listening and reading comprehension exercises
- Speaking assessments through role-plays and conversations
- Writing assignments and essays
- Final project presentation
Course Materials:- Textbook: "Spanish for Beginners" by EduRev
- Workbook with exercises and practice activities
- Online resources such as audio recordings, videos, and interactive exercises
- Supplementary materials provided by the instructor
Note: This syllabus is subject to change based on the needs and progress of the learners. The instructor will provide additional resources and support throughout the course to ensure a successful learning experience.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Spanish