Contesting Cultures and Identities in Modern Spain (6 points)
(ARTS)
Leader: Stewart King
Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: 1. Have a thorough understanding of debates surrounding the construction of national and regional cultures and identities in Spain from the nineteenth century until the present. 2. Be able to compare and contrast different nationalist movements in Spain and discuss the cultural and political implications of such movements. 3. Be able to explain and apply theoretical approaches to identity formation. 4. Have developed a thorough understanding of the sociopolitical and cultural context of modern Spain. 5. Have developed the ability to analyse a variety of cultural representations in literary and non-literary Spanish texts as well as the ideological positions which underpin them. 6. Be able to produce critical written and oral work of a high standard in Spanish.
Assessment: Journal entries: 30% + Short essay (1000 words): 20% + Class presentation: 20% + Final essay (1500 words): 30%
Contact Hours: 3 hours per week
Prerequisites: SPN2130 or permission
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