spa4009 spanish 9
SPANISH 9
SPA4009
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This is an advanced third-year language subject which focuses on Spanish and Latin American cinema with the aim to improve language skills and learn about Spanish and Latin American societies and cultures. (Honours students who have not yet completed this subject will be required to do it in their Honours year).
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAbraham Hernandez Cubo
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites SPA4008 or equivalent or coordinator's approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects SPA3ADA, SPA1A11, SPA2A11, SPA3A11
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Think, write and speak critically about the cultural, social and historical content of Spanish and Latin American films.
- Activities:
- Group discussions, writing activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Life-Long Learning(Life-Long Learning)
02. Think, write and speak critically about film techniques, including how cinematic language is used to convey messages.
- Activities:
- Group discussions, writing activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Life-Long Learning(Life-Long Learning)
03. Write a reflective journal tracking the development of your understanding of Spanish and Latin American films during the semester.
- Activities:
- Writing activity (reflective journal)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
04. Research and analyse additional Spanish and Latin American films not discussed in class.
- Activities:
- Writing activity (essay)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
05. Demonstrate a C1 level proficiency of the Common European Framework of Reference in reading, writing, speaking and listening in Spanish.
- Activities:
- Group discussions, reading activities, film viewing and analysis, writing activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAbraham Hernandez Cubo
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.5 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"In-class critical discussion of Spanish and Latin American films."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reflective journal: 6 entries in Spanish of 400 words each (10% each entry) | Students will write 6 entries for 6 different films of the syllabus during the semester. They will reflect on different aspects of the films which they consider relevant. | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 05 |
| Final Essay in Spanish (1600 words) | Students will analyse a topic of Spanish or Latin American cinema and will include at least one film not discussed in class in their analysis. | 40 | 01, 02, 04, 05 |