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PORT 230 - Portuguese through Brazilian Popular Music

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An intermediate (third semester) Portuguese language course through the prism of Brazilian Popular Music. It emphasizes the development of proficiency in language skills and cultural competence through song. Through such genres as samba, afoxé, bossa nova, and forró, students will work on a variety of communicative activities with the ultimate goal of enhancing their ability to communicate effectively through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. All activities and exercises through Brazilian Popular Music are designed to enhance their comprehension of specific grammatical constructions, vocabulary knowledge, cultural awareness, and communicative competence. Prerequisite: PORT 120. Typically Fall.