Students enrolling in this course have an oral proficiency of Advanced Low or above. In addition, they are at the advanced low level in writing and reading proficiency. The course explores the modes of communication described in the Portuguese Standards for Learning Languages in the 21st Century. Students will do extensive reading and critical writing about the newest language acquisition theories as they apply to second and third language learning and teaching. Students will also learn the principles of teaching, how to develop materials, exams, and a language curriculum (1 unit).

Bibliography: All readings and assignments are in Portuguese and may vary each time the course is taught.