University of Patras | 2014-2015 | Patras, Greece
Delivered undergraduate courses in Portuguese as a Second Language to students preparing for academic studies in Brazil. Designed and implemented a contemporary curriculum that combined linguistic competence with cultural immersion, ensuring students developed both practical communication skills and a deeper understanding of Lusophone contexts.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Curriculum Development & Instruction: Designed and taught courses covering grammar, text interpretation, and introductory literature, while tailoring lessons to meet the academic and cultural needs of students planning to study abroad.
- Innovative Teaching Methods: Applied interactive and student-centered approaches, integrating situational dialogues, audiovisual materials, music, and quizzes to create an engaging and effective learning environment.
- Cultural Competency: Introduced students to contemporary Brazilian culture and society, encouraging critical thinking and cross-cultural understanding alongside language acquisition.
- Assessment & Mentorship: Developed assessment methods to evaluate student progress and provided academic guidance to support individual learning objectives.
Impact:
Successfully prepared students for academic and cultural integration in Brazil by combining rigorous linguistic instruction with engaging, real-world applications of Portuguese language and culture.