B2608 - Culture and Civilization of Spanish-Speaking Countries (Second Language)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the module, the student is familiar with the basic elements of the culture and civilisation of Spanish-speaking countries; he/she is capable of independently developing further knowledge and analytical and cultural skills relating to the society of Spanish-speaking countries.

Course contents

This module (part of the integrated course of Culture and Literature of Spanish-speaking Countries, Language II) aims to offer an introductory overview of the main cultural phenomena in the Hispanic and Latin American spheres. Specifically, emphasis will be placed on those social and cultural aspects that best represent the creativity of the peoples who speak Spanish as their mother tongue. Therefore, current aspects of art, cinema, music, gastronomy, folklore, communication, entertainment, institutions and tourism will be seen through authentic materials of various kinds.

Readings/Bibliography

Texts and materials included in the platform "VIRTUALE"

Teaching methods

Seminar-type frontal lesson (interactive)

Assessment methods

Assessment

The assessment will take place in mixed written and oral form in Spanish.
The written part will consist of a brief (2 handwritten pages, in Spanish, open book mode) analysis and commentary of texts or topics covered during the course.
The subsequent oral part will address the general evaluation of the knowledge acquired.

Grading Scale
30-30L: The candidate possesses an in-depth knowledge of the topic, an outstanding ability to apply theoretical concepts, a high level of argumentative clarity, as well as excellent analytical skills, and a well-developed ability to synthesize and establish interdisciplinary connections.
27–29: The candidate possesses an in-depth knowledge of the topic, a sound ability to apply theoretical concepts, good analytical skills, clear argumentative clarity and an ability to synthesize.
24-26: The candidate possesses a fair knowledge of the topic, a reasonable ability to apply theoretical concepts correctly and present ideas clearly.
21-23: The candidate possesses an adequate, but not in-depth, knowledge of the topic, a partial ability to apply theoretical concepts, and acceptable presentation skills.
18-20: The candidate possesses a barely adequate and only superficial knowledge of topic, limited presentation skills, and only an inconsistent ability to apply theoretical concepts.
< 18 Fail: The candidate possesses an inadequate knowledge of the topic, makes significant errors in applying theoretical concepts, and shows weak presentation skills.

Teaching tools

PC and video projector, platform "VIRTUALE"

Office hours

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