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The Communicative Approach \u2013 How We Teach Portuguese?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Speak Portuguese Fast: Caminhos offers a diverse and enriching curriculum<\/a><\/strong><\/span> designed to help you speak Portuguese from day one<\/strong><\/span>. The program utilizes the communicative approach, also known as Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)<\/strong><\/span>, which prioritizes interaction in the learning process<\/strong><\/span>. Caminhos moves away from the traditional one-way communication model, where the teacher simply lectures. Instead, teachers will communicate in Portuguese as much as possible throughout the course. Research has shown that this method yields better results, and many find it to be a more enjoyable way to learn compared to traditional methods.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our native Brazilian teachers<\/a><\/strong><\/span> are all highly qualified, trained, experienced, and passionate about students\u2019 Portuguese language learning, and are therefore focused on maximising their students\u2019 potential<\/strong><\/span>. Small group classes facilitate the opportunity for teachers to focus on students\u2019 needs and create an opportunity for the students to interact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our teachers also use experiences of daily life<\/strong><\/span> to teach Portuguese lessons, helping students grasp the Brazilian street talk known as \u2018g\u00edria\u2019<\/em>, important when learning to navigate the streets of Rio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Check out an overview of all the courses we offer<\/strong><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Level Structure & Level Test<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Our group courses are offered in 12 different levels<\/strong><\/span>, ranging from Basic (A1) to High Advanced (C+), following the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages<\/strong><\/span>. We are the only language school in Rio de Janeiro that provides Portuguese for Foreigners across these 12 levels<\/span>, ensuring healthy differentiation of skill levels among classmates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you are not a complete beginner<\/strong><\/span>, we require you to do a level test<\/strong><\/span> so our teacher coordinator can place you at the correct level. The oral test is always required, unless you are A1.1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Download the level test here<\/a><\/strong><\/span> and send it to us. We will inform you within 24 hours<\/strong><\/span> about the appropriate level you should join<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Caminhos Books<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Teaching Material<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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We offer unique course materials for learning Portuguese. Our course books, covering 12 levels from A1.1 to C, have been developed by our dedicated teaching team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In addition, we offer the Active Grammar 1 & 2 books, which are available for purchase. This blend of trusted resources reflects our commitment to quality. Our classes focus on listening, speaking, and debate, while also building reading and writing skills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What\u2019s Included?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Caminhos workbooks<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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100% free activities five days a week<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Caminhos student card for discounts in Rio de Janeiro<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Certificate confirming your attained level<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Your fee supports Mais Caminhos, our on-site social programme<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Free WiFi, coffee and filtered water<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Invitations for Caminhos events<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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When Can I Start?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Check out when to start Your Portuguese Course<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Meet our School<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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