At the end of the course, with reference to the Dublin
descriptors, students are expected to achieve the following outcomes:
Knowledge and Understanding: The course aims to
provide solid and in-depth knowledge and skills in language, communication, and
metalinguistics, progressing towards level C2 of the Common European Framework
of Reference for Languages. Thematic, methodological, and procedural analysis
seeks to deepen historical and linguistic knowledge of the Spanish language, in
order to acquire the necessary critical skills for a pan-Hispanic view of the
language. The course also aims to develop the skills necessary for analyzing
contemporary Spanish texts, with particular attention to colloquial register.
Applied Knowledge and Understanding: Students will be
able to analyze authentic texts from various periods presented as examples of
the linguistic evolution of Spanish. Finally, they will learn to correctly
recognize and describe (using specific metalinguistic terminology) phenomena of
linguistic variation in literary and/or audiovisual texts.
Autonomy of Judgment: Students will critically engage
with pragmalinguistic analysis methodology, learn the dynamics of oral
argumentation, and become autonomous in recognizing linguistic structures,
enabling them to apply this knowledge in real-world contexts (not just academic
ones).
Communication Skills: The primary objective will be to
effectively interpret the sociolinguistic and cultural codes of individuals
involved in a communicative relationship. Students will be able to express
themselves and interact effectively, using polished language and a structured,
articulated, and appropriate form of communication.
Learning Ability: Students will develop a range of
cognitive strategies useful for adopting an effective method of study and
learning, as well as a high level of communicative competence applicable in
professional and work-related contexts.
Lectures and interactive lessons, direct reading and
analysis of texts, seminars, and language classes. The course will be conducted
using both theoretical and practical approaches. Multimedia tools and
interactive materials, such as audio and audiovisual resources, will be used.
Active participation of students in Spanish will be required.
Should the course be delivered in a blended or
distance learning format, necessary adjustments may be made to the
above-mentioned methods in order to comply with the planned syllabus.
The course offers a learning and acquisition path for the Spanish
language within the context of advanced foreign language studies, particularly
in the field of pragmalinguistics and the analysis of colloquial discourse. The
language course will consist of a series of activities aimed at increasing
knowledge and use of the language, as well as fostering linguistic and
metalinguistic reflection: reading texts, composition, translation,
comprehension activities, and lexical and grammatical analysis, with a focus on
the history of the Spanish language and its linguistic varieties. There will be
a special focus on Spanish pragmatics: after describing the theoretical
concepts and the main theoretical schools, some of the most representative
topics in the field will be analyzed, such as the study of linguistic
politeness, orality, and inferential communication. Finally, the course will
focus on the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language.
Lapesa, Rafael (1981). Historia de la lengua española. Madrid: Gredos.
Moreno Fernández, Francisco (2010). Las variedades de la lengua española y su enseñanza.
Madrid: Arco/Libros.
Escandell, María Victoria (2014). Introducción a la pragmática. Barcelona:
Ariel.
Reyes, Graciela (2009). El abecé de la pragmática. Madrid:
ArcoLibros.
Barros García, María Jesús (2018). Cortesía valorizadora. Berlin: Peter Lang.
Briz, Antonio (1999). El español coloquial, situación y uso, Madrid: Arco Libros.
Cascón Martín Eugenio (1995). Español coloquial. Rasgos, formas y fraseología de la
lengua diaria. Madrid: Edinumen.
Lacorte M. and Reyes-Torres A. (2021). Didáctica del español como 2/L en el siglo XXI.
Madrid: Arco Libros.
Electronic Resources:
Diccionario de español coloquial: https://www.coloquial.es
For the language course:
Ana Isabel Blanco Gadañón- María Pilar Valero
Fernández, Español C2. Curso
Superior. SGEL
Supplementary
Module
Comparing Media: The Tragedy of Post-War Spain in
Los girasoles ciegos
Alberto Méndez, Los
girasoles ciegos, Anagrama
Los girasoles ciegos, directed by
José Luis Cuerda, 2008 film.
In this educational activity, we will delve into
the universe of Los girasoles ciegos,
a literary work by Alberto Méndez and its cinematic adaptation directed by José
Luis Cuerda. The novel takes us to post-war Spain, a period marked by
repression, fear, and the consequences of the Civil War. The film, in turn,
selects and adapts one of the stories from the book, offering us a visual and
interpretative testimony of the characters and their tragedies. Through this
activity, we will analyze the differences and similarities between both
versions, exploring how the book and the film address the same themes using
different narrative languages. We will reflect on how each medium represents
the emotional conflicts of the characters and the impact of Franco's
dictatorship on their lives. We will also discuss the value of literary
adaptations to film and how the transition from written to cinematic work can
enrich or modify the experience of the story. The goal is to develop a critical
understanding of both literary and cinematic narratives, exploring the
strengths and limitations of each while delving into the historical, social,
and emotional elements that lie at the heart of Los girasoles ciegos.
It is reminded that, according to Article 171 of
Law No. 633 of April 22, 1941, and subsequent provisions, photocopying
commercial books in excess of 15% of the volume or journal issue is a criminal
offense.
For further information on the restrictions and
penalties related to the illegal use of photocopies, you can consult the
Guidelines on Copyright Management in Universities (edited by the Italian
Association for the Reproduction Rights of Intellectual Works - AIDRO).
Note: During the exam, students must have all the
required texts and critical bibliography.
