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Spanish Literature & Society |
| Module Code |
SPA1038 (ITS: SP427) |
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Faculty |
Humanities & Social Sciences |
School |
SALIS |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
This module explores the military dictatorships that shaped Latin America in the 20th century, focusing on the cases of Argentina and Chile. Through literature, film, and academic analysis, students will examine the mechanisms of state repression, human rights violations, resistance movements, and the role of historical memory in contemporary societies. The course also addresses the processes of truth and reconciliation, the representation of trauma in cultural production, and the ongoing struggles for justice. The module is delivered in Spanish. In addition to fostering comprehension, oral, and writing skills, it seeks to deepen students’ knowledge of Latin American culture and society.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Critically reflect on and demonstrate effective oral communication skills, identifying strengths and areas for improvement to enhance clarity, engagement, and delivery.
2. Analyse and assess the credibility of ideas, arguments and information).
3. Recognise the value of and engage with cultural diversity
4. Communicate effectively in written or other non-oral formats, adapting to the audience profile as required
5. Demonstrate awareness of one's communication abilities, including areas for development that one brings to a team
6. Recognise and value the strengths that each individual brings to a team
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 11 | During these hours students will attend presentations of the Latin American socio, historical and political context. | | Independent Study | 103 | Students are required to: Weekly Homework: 1) Complete homework assignments on Loop each week. 2) Further Readings: Read additional materials related to class topics.
3) Films and Documentaries: Watch relevant films and documentaries.
4) Group Presentations: Prepare group presentations on assigned topics. | | Tutorial | 11 | During the tutorials students will analyse and discuss cultural representations of issues presented during the lectures. |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 11566 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Alicia Castillo Villanueva | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Group presentation | Research, present and discuss a topic through the analysis of a cultural representation | 35% | Week 6 | | In Class Test | Literature assignment. Read and analyse a play in order to identify different socio-cultural aspects of the issues studied | 35% | Week 12 | | Assignment | Annotated bibliography: List of sources (books, articles, websites, etc.) used in research on the module | 30% | n/a |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Latin American Society: Overview
Political regimes and transformations in Latin America: Freedom, democracy, development, good governance and security
Cultural as a means of resistance
The testimonial function of literature, film, art and architecture in Latin America. Culture as a means to effect change and to exorcise the past.
Political regimes and transformations in Latin America
Freedom, democracy, development, good governance and security
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- BeguaÃŒÂn, Viviana, Kozameh, Alicia et al: 2006, Nosotras, presas poliÃŒÂticas, 1974-1983, Nuestra America, Buenos Aires,
- Cavarozzi, Marcelo: 0, Autoritarismo y democracia (1955-2006), Emecé, Buenos Aires,
- Diaz, Gwendolyn.: 2007, Women and Power in Argentine Literature., University of Texas Press, Terxas,
- Craft, Linda J.: 1997, Novels of testimony and resistance from Central America, Florida, University Press of Florida,
- Kirby, Peadar: 2003, Introduction to Latin America., SAGE, London,
- Kozameh, Alicia.: 1987, Pasos bajo el agua, Contrapunto, Buenos Aires,
- Pilger, John: 2008, The War on Democracy (dvd), Lionsgate, UK,
- Puenzo, Luis: 2005, La historia oficial (dvd), UK, Arrow Films,
- Pollmann, Leo: 1998, La separacioÃŒÂn de los estilos: para una historia de la conciencia literaria argentina, Vervuert, Frankfurt am Main: Madrid,
- Ward, John: 2004, Latin America. Development and conflict since 1945, Routledge, New York,
- Zamora, Daisy: 2002, La espuma violenta, Curbstone Press, Connecticut,
Articles:
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Other Resources
None |
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