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 exam/assessment will be conducted in Spanish and will consist of both written and oral components.

The written component will consist of a brief analysis and commentary on texts or topics covered during the course (2-3 handwritten pages in Spanish, open book).

The subsequent oral component will assess the student's overall knowledge through the presentation and discussion of a portfolio prepared by the student.

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.

IMPORTANT

Students with specific learning difficulties (SpLD) or with disabilities that can affect their ability to attend courses are invited to contact the University service for students with disabilities and SLD at the earliest opportunity -- ideally before the start of the course: https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students. The University service will suggest possible adjustments to the course work and/or exam, which must then be submitted to the course leader so they can assess their feasibility, in line with the learning objectives of the course. Please note that adjustments to the exam must be requested at least two weeks in advance.

Teaching tools

PC and video projector, platform "VIRTUALE"

Office hours

See the website of Rafael Lozano Miralles