Courses

• M1121 Beginning Spanish II
• M2050 Spanish Art*
• M2200 Intermediate Spanish I
• M2201 Intermediate Spanish II
• M3240 Advanced Conversation
  & Composition  - Medical content
• M4930 Hispanic Short Story

• A2241 Beginning Conversation
• A2270 Spanish Culture & Civilization*
• A3030 Introduction to Hispanic
  Literature
• A3241 Adv Conversation &
  Comp - Business content
  A4470 History of Spain

• E2241 Beginning Conversation
• E3242 Adv Conversation &
  Composition - Topic Current Events
• E4475 Hemingway in Spain*

• M5135 Spanish Colonial Literature

SYLLABUS
Courses listed alphabetically by course number . 

 Specific course requirements:  Your home institution may require you to complete additional work in order to receive credit for the above number of credit hours or for additional credit hours.  Check with your advisor/sponsor for additional, if any, requirements associated with any of these course.

Course description:  Provides emphasis on oral Spanish and on acquiring basic language skill.  PR: None.  Note:  Your home institution may designate this course with a different number, or assign to it different credit hours.  If you have questions about course equivalency, please contact Dr. Carlos J. Cano.

Instructor:   Will be announced during the orientation meeting

Textbook:    

• Zayas-Bazán, Eduardo, ¡Arriba! 4th Brief Edition, ISBN 0-13-117528-9

  www.prenhall.com/arriba

• Check these sites for prices - www.allbookstores.com, www.shop.com, www.amazon.com, and  www.ebay.com/  We suggest you check the internet for other sites as well.

Assignments:    Textbook exercises assigned on a daily basis.

Objective:   Development of basic skills in listening, reading comprehension, speaking, and  writing of Spanish, utilizing a communicative approach. The class will be taught in Spanish. Class participation from the students   is expected, so as to make the learning process an interactive experience with the instructor. 

Requirements:  The course will cover Lección 1 to Lección 6 of ¡Arriba! Students will meet with  the class instructors at the designated time and place for the particular sections to  introduce the lesson, to review, and to test the material. In order to complete the   lab portion of the class, students must listen to the audio activities provided with the ¡Arriba! text, or by accessing them through the internet.  

Attendance:   Students who miss two or more days of class will jeopardize their final grade in the class.

Grades:   Grades will be determined according to this formula:

• Class participation                          10%

• Assignments and quizzes                15%

• Oral Interview                                   15%

• Exam # 1                                              20%

• Exam # 2                                              20%

• Exam # 3                                              20%

• Plus and minus grades may be assigned in this class.

• S/U:  Students not wishing to receive a letter grade in the course may elect to take it on an S/U (pass/fail) basis but must fill out an S/U contract by the third day of classes.  Students taking this course on an S/U basis must complete all of the work with a minimum of 70% in order to be assigned an S.   ATTENTION: S/U option is not admissible when satisfying the USF language requirement. Most other institutions have a similar policy. 

1121: Elementary Spanish II (4 credit hours) 

Class participation 10%
Assignments and quizzes 15%
Oral Interview 15%
Exam # 1 20%
Exam # 2 20%
Exam # 3 20%
Plus and minus grades may be assigned in this class.

S/U: Students not wishing to receive a letter grade in the course may elect to take it on an S/U (pass/fail) basis but must fill out an S/U contract by the third day of classes. Students taking this course on an S/U basis must complete all of the work with a minimum of 70% in order to be assigned an S.   ATTENTION: S/U option is not admissible when satisfying the USF language requirement. Most other institutions have a similar policy.

ASSIGNMENTS: Textbook and workbook exercises assigned on a daily basis.

Instructor:  Professor:  Dr. David H. Darst, Florida State University

July 6 (Monday 10:30-11:30) Introduction to the course. Madrid.
July 7 (Tuesday 9:45-12:45) Iberians, Romans, Hispanic Arabs, Romanesque.
July 8 (Wednesday 9:45-12:45) Gothic, Plateresque.
July 9 (Thursday 9:45) Visit to the Palacio Real de Madrid
July 10 (Friday 9:45-12:30) Doménico Theotocópuli, El Greco
July 13 (Monday 9:45-12:45) Diego de Velázquez y Silva
July 14 (Tuesday 9:45) Visit to the Museo del Prado
July 15 (Wednesday) 9:45-10:30 1st slide examination. 10:45-12-45 El Escorial.
July 20 (Monday 9:45-12:45) Francisco de Goya y Lucientes
July 21 (Tuesday 9:45 Visit to the Museo de América.
July 22 (Wednesday 9:45-12:45) Gen. of ´98 (Solana, Nonell), Modernism (Gaudí, Sorolla).
July 23 (Thursday 9:45) Visit to the Museo Reina Sofía (MNCARS)
July 24 (Friday 9:45-12:45) Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí.
July 25 (Saturday 9:45-12:45) Joan Miró, 20th C. “traditional” art (Zabaleta, etc.).
July 27 (Monday 9:45-10:30) 2nd slide examination.

MH 2050 is a comprehensive survey of Spain’s art from the earliest preserved accomplishments to the present. Major styles and artists covered in the slide presentations and/or visits are Iberian art, Roman art, Islamic styles, Romanesque, Gothic, and Plateresque architecture, El Escorial, El Greco, Velázquez, El Palacio Real, Goya, Sorolla, Solana, Barcelona Modernism, Picasso, Dalí, Miró, and the traditional Madrid School. The visual arts will be studied in slide presentations and morning visits to Madrid’s most famous museums, plus the optional excursions to Segovia, Toledo, and El Escorial. The final grade in the course will be based on four 3-4 page (handwritten, double-spaced) essays (70%) and two slide examinations (30%). There is no required text for the course. Attendance is mandatory for all the slide lectures and the morning museum visits. Each absence lowers the final grade by 1/3 of a letter grade. The four essays and their due dates are as follows:

• 1 Describe, with examples, the various Christian styles of the Middle Ages (Romanesque, Mudéjar, Gothic, Plateresque) DUE FRI JULY 10.

• 2 Describe, with examples, how El Greco deliberately distorts the normal art techniques for visual realism to create a spiritual atmosphere for his paintings DUE MON JULY 13.

• 3 Describe the progressive stylistic epochs (with examples for each one) in Francisco de Goya’s painting career DUE WED JULY 22.

• 4 Compare closely, with examples, the artistic production and philosophy of “Modernism” with that of the “Generation of ’98” DUE FRI JULY 24.

2200: Intermediate Spanish II (3 credit hours)

Instructor: To Be Announced

Required Materials: A otro nivel, Ana María Pérez Gironés y Virginia Adán-Lifante
Boston: McGraw Hill, 2007 ISBN-13: 978-0-07-244096-6

Recommended: Spanish-English/English-Spanish dictionary

Course Objectives:

• Build students’ oral proficiency.
• Expand and perfect their knowledge of vocabulary and grammatical structures
• Improve their reading and writing skills
• Develop their critical thinking abilities, and
• Increase their awareness and understanding of Hispanic culture

Background Requirements:  Students at the third semester level are expected to be familiar with basic Spanish vocabulary and to have a good grasp of most basic grammar concepts (subject/verb agreement; conjugation of present, preterit, imperfect and future indicative tenses), as well as some control over the more complicated concepts (adjective/noun agreement; preterit vs. imperfect tenses; use of direct and indirect object pronouns; por and para; conjugation of the conditional tense; conjugation of gustar and similar verbs; use of formal and informal commands; use of ser and estar).

Assignments:   This course is divided into three segments of two chapters each. Each chapter includes interactive vocabulary exercises, one or two reading selections, content exercises, discussion questions, communicative strategies, pair/group activities, and creative writing activities. Students will be responsible for the pre-reading activities and the reading selection prior to class; setting the stage for an animated exchange of ideas during our group meetings. Textbook exercises are to be completed according to the schedule below. Other assignments may be announced during class; for example, additional reading materials (poems, essays or newspaper articles). Reading selections can be challenging, the following reading strategies are suggested:

1. Read the assigned material quickly, using only the vocabulary aids (if any) available in your book. Try to get the general idea of what you are reading.

2. Read the material again and look up words in a dictionary only when essential to make sense of the story. Remember to keep trying to make sense of what you are reading, using any clues you can find to guess at the meaning of each sentence and paragraph.

3. Reread the material until you can recount, in Spanish, in your own words, the main events of the assignment.

Writing Practice:  Accuracy in written communication will be evaluated on the basis of six short composition assignments. Topics appear at the end of each chapter. Students are encouraged to do peer editing before submitting their compositions. Peer editing in the writing of short compositions will give you the opportunity to see writing from two perspectives: the writer’s as well as the reader’s. By setting aside some time outside class for this specific step in the writing process, you will be able to hone your analytical skills while receiving help from classmates. In addition, this process can be repeated with different partners in order to get more than one point of view and set of suggestions. Refer to the weekly schedule of classes for due dates. Unless there are extreme circumstances, compositions will not be accepted after the due date.

Preparation/Participation:   In a language course, participation is extremely important. Students are expected to attend all classes prepared to ask/answer questions on the reading assignments and participate in all class discussions.

Class preparation/participation grades assigned as follows:

- A (90’s) – Participates actively in class and small group discussions; prepares homework well; often volunteers answers and speaks with few mistakes.

- B (80’s) – Participates actively in class and small group discussions; usually prepares homework well; sometimes volunteers; makes some mistakes with more advanced grammar concepts.

- C (70’s) – Answers correctly when called upon; homework not always prepared well or on time; unsure of some basic grammar concepts; makes frequent mistakes with advanced grammar.

- D (60’s) – Not able to answer when called upon, homework poorly prepared or not at all; shows little interest in class; makes frequent mistakes with basic grammar concepts.

- F (50’s) – Shows no interest in speaking Spanish; does not prepare homework or discussion topics; rarely answers when called upon or repeatedly gives incorrect answers and makes frequent mistakes with basic grammar concepts.

Assignments: Textbook exercises assigned on a daily basis.

Exams:  There will be two tests (Unit I/II) that focus on assigned readings, knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, culture, and class discussions. Make up tests are available only for excused absences. Refer to the weekly schedule of classes for exam dates.

Grades:  According to the following:

Written Exams (3) 45%
Writing Practice (6) 30%
Assignments 15%
Preparation/Participation 10%
TOTAL 100%

The plus/minus grading system used:

A+ = 96-100 B+ = 87-89 C+ = 77-79 D+ = 67-69 F+ = 57-59
A = 93-95 B = 83-86 C = 73-76 D = 63-69 F = 0-56
A- = 90-92 B- = 80-82 C- = 70-72 D- = 60-62

Expectations:   Education is a two-way street. Successful learning requires the cooperative efforts of both teachers and students. My responsibilities are: (1) being knowledgeable about the subject matter, (2) teaching it effectively, (3) explaining concepts clearly, (4) helping students via one-on-one conferences, and (5) making the course interesting. The rest is up to the student!

Ethical Conduct:  Students are expected to behave in a professional manner. Elements of professionalism include the following:

1. Personal and academic integrity;
2. Responsibility for one’s own behavior; tasks, and assignments;
3. Consideration, caring and sensitivity to peers;
4. Maturity; and
5. Constructive feedback.

2201: Intermediate Spanish II (3 credit hours)

• Build students’ oral proficiency.
• Expand and perfect their knowledge of vocabulary and grammatical structures
• Improve their reading and writing skills
• Develop their critical thinking abilities, and
• Increase their awareness and understanding of Hispanic culture

Background Requirements:   Students at the fourth semester level are expected to be familiar with basic Spanish vocabulary and to have a good grasp of most basic grammar concepts (subject/verb agreement; conjugation of present, preterit, imperfect and future indicative tenses), as well as considerable control over the more complicated concepts (adjective/noun agreement; preterit vs. imperfect tenses; use of direct and indirect object pronouns; por and para; conjugation of the conditional tense; conjugation of gustar and similar verbs; use of formal and informal commands; use of ser and estar). They are supposed to have completed the State of Florida SPN 2200 course or an equivalent third semester Spanish course. This class is a continuation of SPN 1120.

Assignments:  This course is divided into three segments of two chapters each. Each chapter includes interactive vocabulary exercises, one or two reading selections, content exercises, discussion questions, communicative strategies, pair/group activities, and creative writing activities. Students will be responsible for the pre-reading activities and the reading selection prior to class; setting the stage for an animated exchange of ideas during our group meetings. Textbook exercises are to be completed according to the schedule below. Other assignments may be announced during class; for example, additional reading materials (poems, essays or newspaper articles). Reading selections can be challenging, the following reading strategies are suggested:

1. Read the assigned material quickly, using only the vocabulary aids (if any) available in your book. Try to get the general idea of what you are reading.
2. Read the material again and look up words in a dictionary only when essential to make sense of the story. Remember to keep trying to make sense of what you are reading, using any clues you can find to guess at the meaning of each sentence and paragraph.
3. Reread the material until you can recount, in Spanish, in your own words, the main events of the assignment.

Writing Practice:   Accuracy in written communication will be evaluated on the basis of six short composition assignments. Topics appear at the end of each chapter. Students are encouraged to do peer editing before submitting their compositions. Peer editing in the writing of short compositions will give you the opportunity to see writing from two perspectives: the writer’s as well as the reader’s. By setting aside some time outside class for this specific step in the writing process, you will be able to hone your analytical skills while receiving help from classmates. In addition, this process can be repeated with different partners in order to get more than one point of view and set of suggestions. Refer to the weekly schedule of classes for due dates. Unless there are extreme circumstances, compositions will not be accepted after the due date.

Preparation/Participation:   In a language course, participation is extremely important. Students are expected to attend all classes prepared to ask/answer questions on the reading assignments and participate in all class discussions.

Class preparation/participation grades assigned as follows:

- A (90’s) – Participates actively in class and small group discussions; prepares homework well; often volunteers answers and speaks with few mistakes.

- B (80’s) – Participates actively in class and small group discussions; usually prepares homework well; sometimes volunteers; makes some mistakes with more advanced grammar concepts.

- C (70’s) – Answers correctly when called upon; homework not always prepared well or on time; unsure of some basic grammar concepts; makes frequent mistakes with advanced grammar.

- D (60’s) – Not able to answer when called upon, homework poorly prepared or not at all; shows little interest in class; makes frequent mistakes with basic grammar concepts.

- F (50’s) – Shows no interest in speaking Spanish; does not prepare homework or discussion topics; rarely answers when called upon or repeatedly gives incorrect answers and makes frequent mistakes with basic grammar concepts.

Assignments: Textbook exercises assigned on a daily basis.

Exams:  There will be two tests (Unit I/II) that focus on assigned readings, knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, culture, and class discussions. Make up tests are available only for excused absences. Refer to the weekly schedule of classes for exam dates.

Grades:  According to the following:

Written Exams (3) 45%
Writing Practice (6) 30%
Assignments 15%
Preparation/Participation 10%
TOTAL 100%

The plus/minus grading system used:

A+ = 96-100 B+ = 87-89 C+ = 77-79 D+ = 67-69 F+ = 57-59
A = 93-95 B = 83-86 C = 73-76 D = 63-69 F = 0-56
A- = 90-92 B- = 80-82 C- = 70-72 D- = 60-62

Expectations:  Education is a two-way street. Successful learning requires the cooperative efforts of both teachers and students. My responsibilities are: (1) being knowledgeable about the subject matter, (2) teaching it effectively, (3) explaining concepts clearly, (4) helping students via one-on-one conferences, and (5) making the course interesting. The rest is up to the student!

Ethical Conduct:  Students are expected to behave in a professional manner. Elements of professionalism include the following:

1. Personal and academic integrity;
2. Responsibility for one’s own behavior; tasks, and assignments;
3. Consideration, caring and sensitivity to peers;
4. Maturity; 
5. Constructive feedback.

2241: Spanish Conversation I (3 credit hours) 

Asistencia ..........................… 10%
Tareas ………………......………... 10%
Calificación diaria .............. 20%
Presentaciones ..................... 40%
Examen final ......................... 20%
Total: .....................................100%

Presenta-  Los alumnos harán dos presentaciones orales ante la clase, de tres a cinco minutos, sobre un tema previamente asignado (v.g., "cómo abrir una cuenta corriente, "Las playas”, etc.) que obligue al alumno realizar investigaciones personales y que se preste al uso de fotografías, láminas, propaganda publicitaria u otros objetos de la vida real que sirvan para ilustrar las presentaciones.

Examen final: Todos los alumnos serán examinados, en cuanto a la totalidad de la materia estudiada, mediante un examen final, oral y extemporáneo.

Tareas: Los alumnos estudiarán el vocabulario y las estructuras estudiadas y estarán listos a identificarse con las situaciones presentadas.

A2270: Spanish Culture and Civilization (3 credit hours)

Instructor:   Dr. Orlando Moreno

Grading System   

Instructor: Dr. Enrique Herrera.

Libro de texto:  APROXIMACIONES AL ESTUDIO DE LA LITERATURA HISPANICA de Carmelo Virgilio, Teresa Valdivieso y Edward Friedman (McGraw-Hill). 4ta edicion

Course description:  

Introduction to reading and understanding literature written in Spanish through selected poetry and prose.  The course intends to help the student read literary Spanish and understand how writers convey ideas, feelings and points of view in their work.  The course, intended for undergraduate students only, is conducted in Spanish.  PR: 4 or more semesters of college-level Spanish OR equivalent skills. 

General course requirements:

1. Attendance mandatory.  The class will meet 14 times (45 classroom hours) during which the teacher will assign literary readings and tasks for class and group discussions. 

2. Tests.  There will be two tests and a final examination.  In addition, unannounced quizzes may be given at any time.

3. Final Grade.  Derived according to the following formula: tests (1/2), final examination (1/4), and quizzes, other work and participation (1/4). 

Instructor: Se anunciará.

Libro de texto:

• Current Events:  Schmitt & Woodford. Communicating in Spanish: Advanced Level. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1991. ISBN: 0-07-056644-5. It may be obtained new from Amazon or new from the publisher: http://www.mhhe.com.

• Business Topics:  The professor will provide the materials for the class in Madrid at a nominal fee

Objetivos: Presentar vocabularios especializados dentro de sucesos de actualidad, además de explorar técnicas para el desarrollo de la comprensión y de la expresión oral en español.

Asistencia: El factor más importante de esta clase es la asistencia diaria a la misma. Aquel alumno(a) que pierda más de tres horas de clase pondrá en peligro su calificación final.

Calificaciones: Los alumnos recibirán una calificación diaria según su preparación y actuación en cada día de clase. La calificación final se obtendrá según la fórmula que sigue:

Asistencia ..........................… 10%
Tareas ……………………......… 10%
Calificación diaria .................... 20%
Presentaciones ....................... 40%
Examen final ........................... 20%
Total: .................................... 100%

Presentaciones: Los alumnos harán dos presentaciones orales ante la clase, de cinco a siete minutos, sobre un tema previamente asignado (v.g., "cómo abrir cuenta corriente, "cómo obtener residencia española", etc.) que obligue al alumno realizar investigaciones personales y que se preste al uso de fotografías, láminas, propaganda publicitaria u otros objetos de la vida real que sirvan para ilustrar las presentaciones.

Examen final: Todos los alumnos serán examinados, en cuanto a la totalidad de la materia estudiada, mediante un examen final, oral y extemporáneo.

Tareas: Los alumnos estudiarán el vocabulario y las estructuras estudiadas y estarán listos a identificarse con las situaciones presentadas.

Temas:

Instructor: Dr. Pedro P. Bermúdez

Course description: 

A survey on historical and cultural aspects of Spanish civilization, as seen through class study and Spain’s most interesting cities which many of you will visit.

This course will be taught in Spanish.  Note: Your home institution may designate this course with a different number, or assign to it different credit hours.  If you have questions about course equivalency, please contact Dr. Carlos J. Cano.

General course requirements:

• Attendance mandatory.  The class will meet 13 times (45 classroom hours).  Emphasis is placed on the historical importance of the cities visited during the one-day tours.  Specifically, the students must go on all the one-day tours and must ride on the bus with their professor (who will present lectures as the bus is under way) and must accompany the professor on all the tours.  Consult FORSPRO’S online schedule of activities: www.foreignstudy.com.

• Textbook: La historia de España by José Manuel Roldán Hervás. ISBN: 84-85786-64-5.
  This book may be obtained online, new or used. It may also be purchased at La Casa del Libro, Gran Vía, Madrid, Spain.

• The following topics will be emphasized:

  • The Roman and Moor conquests and their contributions to Spain.

  • Reconquista, up to Fernando and Isabel with one country, one language, one religion.

  • Spanish expansion in the New World and in Europe. The Austrias, particularly Carlos I (V) and Felipe II. The Armada and its consequences.

  • Economic and political downfalls coupled with the Golden Age in different forms of art and culture.

  • Los borbones. Afrancesamiento. French invasion followed by absolutismo. El despotismo ilustrado.

  • The Church and the laic intellectuals: a struggle going on in the XIX and XX centuries.

  • The first 75 years of the XX century: weak Monarchy, strong men, the Second Republic, the Civil War and the Franco regime.

  • Transition and democracy. Economic and political recovery under freedom. The Spanish political system. King Juan Carlos and the strengthening of democracy.

• Students are expected to attend and follow every class. Each student will participate in class, and will write 3 essays assigned by the professor. There will be a final exam.

• Grade: 3 essays = 45%. Attendance & participation = 25%. Final exam = 30%.

Libro de texto:Mullen, Edward and Jonh Carganigo, El cuento hispánico McGraw Hill Seventh Edition 2007

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This course will focus on the study of Hispanic short stories from some of the most important writers of the cannon. We will read, discuss, and analyze representative works from Spain and Latin America, exploring relevant topics and how they relate to literary movements and to each author’s socio-historical context. One of the main goals in this course is to engage the students in active and critical analysis of literary works, so they can gain understanding of the intricate historical, cultural, and artistic connections at different periods of time in literary history of Spain and Latin America. With the formal study of these narratives students will come to a deeper appreciation of the creative process, which in turn can lead to a more profound level of self-reflection and understanding of our place in the world. In order to achieve these goals, the course includes extensive reading, class and group discussions, analytical writings, and oral presentations about the works studied.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 

• ATTENDANCE: A major goal of this class is to read and the facilitation of spontaneous oral communication, a skill that can only be developed with adequacy in a participatory classroom environment. Consequently, students are required to attend classes. Starting with the second unexcused absence (one absence per class), 5% will be taken off you final grade. An excused absence includes a medical emergency. Written documentation is required for excused absences the day after missing class. Students are expected to always come to class on time. Two tardies or leaving early will count as one absence
  
  HOMEWORK: Disciplined daily reading is essential and students must prepare and complete all assignments on time. No late work will be accepted. You are responsible for the material covered in class and assigned; even those days when you do not attend
• CLASS PARTICIPATION: Oral participation in class activities and discussions is mandatory since it will help students to practice and review the readings, grammatical constructions and new vocabulary as well as improve reading and oral proficiency. Extensive reading is required everyday in this class. Therefore, it is extremely important to distribute the reading throughout the week.
• EXAMS AND QUIZZES: There will be one mid-term exam, one final and quizzes based on the readings. There will be no make-ups unless there is a written documented reason. Final exam will be comprehensive and you have to take the final on the date assigned.
• ORAL PRESENTATION. For this assignment students will work individually and will present 10 to 15 minutes of information on one of the readings previously chosen and approved by the professor. The grade will be based on evidence of research carried out for the project, accuracy of said information, memorization of the material presented, clarity of ideas, the obvious amount of preparation involved in the project, and the correct use of grammar and vocabulary related to the subject. A one page detailed outline is required the day of the presentation giving the main idea and points of short story presented to the class.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES: Cell phones, cameras, and any other electronic devices are NOT allowed and must be turned off while class is in session.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: This course compiles with the regulations of the American with Disabilities Act and offers accommodations to qualified students with disabilities. If you have a special request or are in need of a classroom accommodation, please make an appointment with me to discuss this as soon as possible. All information will be held in the strict confidence

CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: Every student should avoid copying, plagiarizing and any other form of cheating. The instructor and the program director will initiate an academic integrity case against students suspected of cheating, plagiarizing, getting help or aiding others in dishonest academy behavior. Examples of academy dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, aiding and abetting dishonesty. An example of plagiarism would be to submit a written sample which in part or in whole is not entirely the student’s own work without attributing the source. Cheating includes allowing another person to help or do your work and to submit it under one’s own name. Any work which is submitted for a grade MUST be the student’s own work. If you are not sure when it is appropriate to seek help, please see your instructor.

GRADING SCALE:

A 94-100 A- 90-93 B+ 88-89 B 84-87
B- 80-83 C+ 78-79 C 74-77 C- 70-73
D+ 68-69 D 60-67 F 0-59

Grade:
Participation, Preparation, attendance 20%
Homework 15%
Quizzes 15%
Oral report 15%
Midterm exam 15%
Final exam 20%

C4930/C5930 The Poetry of Federico García Lorca

22 de junio – 3 de julio 2009

Profesora: Vanessa Cañete Jurado

Descripción del curso Este curso analizará la trayectoria poética de Federico García Lorca desde sus primeros escritos hasta su época de plenitud antes de su muerte en 1936. Examinaremos el carácter modernista de su época de juventud, su interés en el folclore y la cultura popular, su relación con las vanguardias y el surrealismo, así como los aspectos sociales y políticos de su obra. Asimismo, también consideraremos la posibilidad de establecer vínculos entre la producción poética de Lorca y su interés en otros medios artísticos (música, teatro, pintura y cine). En las clases se resaltarán los aspectos más destacados de una selección de poemas de Lorca, que los estudiantes deberán leer con antelación.

Requisitos del curso ASISTENCIA. La asistencia es obligatoria. Las ausencias afectarán seriamente la nota final. Cada ausencia supondrá un 5% menos de la nota final. Asimismo, los estudiantes deberán ser puntuales. La falta de puntualidad contará como una ausencia. PARTICIPACIÓN EN CLASE. Se requiere la participación diaria y activa de todos los estudiantes. Se asignará una nota de participación cada día, que estará basada en:

§ Preparación previa. La preparación consiste en leer detenida y detalladamente los poemas correspondientes, apuntar ideas, dudas y preguntas.

§ Uso del español en clase.

§ Contribuciones cualitativas a la discusión.

EXÁMENES. Habrá un examen parcial y un examen final sobre los contenidos analizados en clase. Los exámenes se harán en la fecha señalada. No habrá make-ups. PRESENTACIÓN ORAL. Cada estudiante deberá realizar una presentación individual sobre uno de los poemas analizados en clase. Las presentaciones deben ser reflexiones críticas y servirán como introducción a la discusión del poema en cuestión. Las presentaciones no pueden ser leídas – sólo se podrá utilizar un guión. TRABAJOS ESCRITOS. Cada estudiante deberá escribir:

§ (3) comentarios de texto. Las fechas de entrega están indicadas en el calendario del curso. No se aceptarán comentarios entregados con retraso.

§ (1) trabajo final sobre un tema relacionado con el material del curso. Se valorará tanto el contenido (ideas y sentido general) como la forma (vocabulario y gramática en español).

Textos necesarios Se entregará un paquete de fotocopias con las lecturas necesarias para el curso.

Evaluación:

·         Participación, asistencia y preparación 20 puntos

·         Comentarios de poemas 15 puntos

·         Trabajo final 15 puntos

·         Presentación oral 10 puntos

·         Examen parcial 20 puntos Examen final 20 puntos

Calendario

·         22 de junio Introducción a Federico García Lorca. El comentario de textos poéticos. Libro de poemas: "Canción otoñal"; "Balada triste”, "Elegía".

·         23 de junio Libro de poemas: "Aire de nocturno"; "Canción primaveral"; "Paisaje"; "La balada del agua del mar". Suites: "Suite del agua"; "Canción con reflejo".

·         24 de junio Poema del Cante Jondo: "Poema de la siguiriya gitana"; "Baladilla de los tres ríos".

·         25 de junio Canciones: "Nocturnos de la ventana"; "Canción del jinete"; "Despedida"; "El lagarto está llorando". Entrega Comentario 1

·         26 de junio Romancero gitano: "Romance de la luna, luna"; "Romance sonámbulo"; "Prendimiento de Antoñito el Camborio en el camino de Sevilla". Examen parcial

·         29 de junio Poeta en Nueva York: "El rey de Harlem"; "Ciudad sin sueño"; "Muerte”, "Grito hacia Roma"; “Norma y paraíso de los negros”. Entrega Comentario 2

·         30 de junio Poeta en Nueva York: "Niña ahogada en el pozo"; "La aurora"; "Oda a Walt Whitman"; "Vuelta de paseo"; "Son de negros en Cuba". Tierra y Luna: "Tierra y Luna"; "Pequeño poema infinito".

·         1 de julio “Llanto por la muerte de Ignacio Sánchez Mejías”. Sonetos del amor oscuro: "El poeta habla por teléfono con el amor"; "¡Ay voz secreta del amor oscuro"; "El amor duerme en el pecho del poeta"; "Noche del amor insomne". Entrega Comentario 3

·         2 de julio Diwán del Tamarit: "Gacela del amor imprevisto”; “Gacela del amor maravilloso"; “Gacela de la huida”; "Casida del sueño al aire libre"; "Casida de la muchacha dorada"; "Gacela del mercado matutino".

·         3 de julio Poemas de obras teatrales. Examen final. Entrega trabajo fina