aprendendo português brasileiro
Portuguese for foreigners
By Prof. Audrey Lyra
Courses
Why learn Portuguese?
The reasons for a foreigner to study Brazilian Portuguese are varied.
You can study Portuguese because you like it. You can study Portuguese because you appreciate Brazilian culture. You can study Portuguese because you want to visit Brazil or even for work or studies.
Well, I still don't know the reasons why you need to study Portuguese, but here are some other good reasons for you to put on your list:
- Portuguese is the fifth most spoken language in the world.
- Brazil is always expanding and occupies the 12th position in the world ranking of the economy according to data from December 2022, with good growth prospects for 2023. That is, multinational companies continue to open offices in the country and bet on Brazil.
- Travel. Exploring natural beauties, getting to know each local culture, making new friends... speaking Portuguese will certainly open up a world of new possibilities!
"I always think a lot about Brazil and I love this country, so I would like to keep this language in my life." Catherine, Germany.
"I like the climate, the positivity and the joy of Brazilians. My days here are certainly more beautiful." Jorge, Peru.
Why study at aprendendo português brasileiro?
Total freedom!
We all like to have freedom. Freedom is a positive feeling that brings us confidence, independence and joy. When we study, we often have to adapt to school schedules and finally, there are times in life when we can't even make this adaptation because we already have an intense and busy routine.
Aprendendo português brasileiro values freedom of choice because he knows that students don't have time to waste. Therefore, when choosing your Portuguese course you will have:
· The freedom to choose when to start your classes regardless of your level.
· The freedom to define how long you want to take your classes.
Flexibility
In an increasingly dynamic world, flexibility is key. Flexibility is now a soft skill highly valued, as it is the ability to deal well with unforeseen events and also with different situations. Aprendendo português brasileiro understands that sometimes the student needs flexibility to learn. For that reason, when choosing your Portuguese course you will have:
· Flexibility to choose where and how you want to take your classes. Your classes can be in person, online, or alternate between these two modes.
· Total flexibility to choose the days and times you want to take your classes. If you have an intense routine and it's hard to keep up with a conventional course, you're sure to find all the scheduling flexibility you need.
Exclusivity!
The idea of having an “exclusive education” is certainly something very positive.
When we think of “exclusive teaching” we have to go further, as it is not just a matter of hiring a professional to assist us on certain days of the week. Exclusive teaching takes into account the needs and goals of each student, the life and reality of each one, and their projects as well.
Why do you want to learn portuguese?
Each student has a very particular reason for wanting to learn Brazilian Portuguese. As a result , when choosing your course at aprendendo português brasileiro you will have:
· The exclusivity of having your classes designed for your profile and specific needs.
· The exclusivity of having a totally personalized and individual follow-up.
· Exclusive material developed by teacher Audrey, based on years of experience in teaching Portuguese for foreigners.
Freedom, flexibility and exclusivity!
Individual or group classes.
Define your classes according to what you need:
A package of hours perfect for you. Check out!
Individual classes
Choose the class package that's right for you!
*Packages with progressive discounts
27,10 €/29,70 USD/23,88 £
18,05 €/19,82 USD/15,92 £
17,15 €/18,82 USD/15,12 £
Canarinho
Individual
Rio
Individual
Floripa
Individual
1 - 9 hours
BRL 150.00 hour/class
10 hours
BRL 100.00 hour/class
20 hours
BRL 95.00 hour/class
- Free material class
Sampa
Individual
Amazônia
Individual
50 hours
BRL 90.00 hour/class
16,25 €/17,82 USD/14,33 £
100 hours
BRL 85.00 hour/class
15,34 €/16,83 USD/13,53 £
Improve your Portuguese!
With material exclusively designed for students studying Brazilian Portuguese, aprendendo português brasileiro has its own material that follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, following its six levels of reference. With this, each student when starting their course receives their digital book according to their level, and through their classes they can observe their progress and study essential topics of the Portuguese language, going through the basic, intermediate and advanced level.
Classes that work in your routine.
At aprendendo português brasileiro you have:
Package of hours with progressive discounts.
No registration fee.
Own material included.
Group classes
Study with friends or make new friends!
Choose the best package for you.
*Packages with progressive discounts
2 - 8 people
11,74 €/12,87 USD/10,35 £
2 - 8 people
6,32 €/6,93 USD/5,57 £
2 - 8 people
4,50 €/4,95 USD/3,98 £
Canarinho
In Group
Rio
In Group
Amazônia
In Group
1 - 10 hours
BRL 65.00 hour/class
Per person
20 hours - 60 hours
BRL 35.00 hour/class
Per person
70 hours - 100 hours
BRL 25.00 hour/class
Per person
- Free material class
- Reduced groups for you to have a better experience
Group lessons in your time and wherever you want.
At aprendendo português brasileiro you can:
Define the duration of your Portuguese course.
Choose the location of your classes.
Define the focus of your course by studying what matters.
Be aprendendo português brasileiro!
Aprendendo português brasileiro it is the initiative of teacher Audrey Lyra to make her knowledge and experience in teaching Portuguese for foreigners available through her classes and private courses, which is why it is a very exclusive service.
For this reason, when we think of an exclusive work aimed at the needs of each student, a prior interview is necessary so that the student can get to know the teacher's work better and the teacher can also understand well what the student's objectives are in relation to Portuguese classes.
This first contact is also very important, as it is at this moment that both parties can align objectives and visualize whether they will form a good partnership together. So, if you want to start your Portuguese classes, send an email to talk to the teacher and schedule your interview!
What will I study in Portuguese classes?
Grammar
Studying grammar is part of the process of acquiring a new language, and during classes the student will study the grammar of Brazilian Portuguese.
Conversation and comprehension
Communication is often the most important part of the process for a student. For this reason, the classes are designed for the student to communicate and advance in their conversation and comprehension of the language.
Brazilian culture
How to study a foreign language without going through the culture?
Brazil has a rich and varied culture and this topic will be addressed during the classes in the form of music, videos, articles and news.
Start your classes at any level: with years of experience teaching Portuguese as a foreign language, teacher Audrey Lyra knows the requirements of a student well that starts from zero to the student who needs to prepare for the Celpe-Bras exam (Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese Language for Foreigners).
Common questions
1) Who is this Portuguese course for?
For any foreigner who wants to learn Brazilian Portuguese.
2) Where do classes take place?
The classes can be in person in São Paulo capital or on-line via Google Meet or Zoom.
3) How long does the preliminary interview with teacher Audrey Lyra last?
In general, this interview lasts 30 minutes and is also online.
4) Is this interview a demo class?
This interview is not a demo class. It is a conversation in which the student explains why they need to learn Portuguese and their goals with the classes. On the other hand, the teacher in this conversation will also be evaluating the student's Portuguese level, and will also explain how they will be guided during the Portuguese course.
5) Do I have to pay for this interview?
You do not have to pay for this interview, but if you want to start your course after the interview, yes.
6) Will I need to pay for some material?
You will not need to pay for the material. The aprendendo português brasileiro has its own exclusive material, designed especially for foreigners who want to learn Brazilian Portuguese.
7) My native language is Spanish. Will I learn faster?
Of course, for the person who speaks Spanish, learning can be easier, but that doesn't mean it's faster. Everything will depend on the student's level of commitment to their classes and this is very particular.
8) When is the start and end of the course?
When you want. When taking your classes with aprendendo português brasileiro, you have the freedom to choose when to start your course and when to finish it, without having to rely on a rigid school calendar.
9) Will the classes be totally in Portuguese?
Yes, this is the purpose of the classes. The courses are aimed at making the student familiarize themselves with the Portuguese language from the first day, even if they start from the basic level. Therefore, classes at aprendendo português brasileiro are taught most of the time in Portuguese and not in another foreign language. If the student needs it, the teacher can give some directions in English or Spanish so that the student can better understand the content, however, the focus of the classes will always be total communication in Portuguese.
10) Is it possible to have the certification of the Portuguese course?
It's possible. The teacher can certify that you have completed the course mentioning the workload, level of achievement, skills and program content.
11) I don't live in Brazil. The teacher will be able to teach me in a different time zone from Brazil?
Yes, the teacher works with students from different parts of the world and most of the time the time zone is different from Brazil, so this will not be a problem.
12) How aprendendo português brasileiro can help me?
The student who seeks to aprendendo português brasileiro is the student who has specific needs in relation to Portuguese, looking for personalized classes and deepening in the language. As this is an exclusive job, the student will have the comfort and security of dealing with his Portuguese course directly with the teacher, who is the professional who will accompany him throughout the entire process.
Contact
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