STARTALK Portuguese Teacher Training (PTT) program

The STARTALK Portuguese Teacher Training (PTT) program is designed to offer an opportunity for those embarking on a Portuguese teaching career, and those already teaching Portuguese as a second, foreign or heritage language to improve their pedagogical skills. All instructors will be trained in standards-based instruction at all levels (K-16).
Participants earn Professional Development Points by Boston University and a Certificate of Completion.

Main activities and timeline:

Phase I: Online course, June 01 – 23, 2012
Phase II: On campus, June 24 – 27, 2012
Phase III: Practicum, June 28, 2012,
Phase IV: Follow-up Video Conference, October 2012

Eligibility: 18 selected participants who have native, near-native, or advanced proficiency in European and Brazilian Portuguese. Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.

Time and Place: Pre-program on-line seminar June 01-23, on-site workshop and hands-on training June 24-28 (8:30 AM-3:00 PM, Boston University Campus).

To Apply: Download application.

Application Deadline: May 18, 2012

For more information: Please contact Célia Bianconi.