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MULTILINGUALISM & BILINGUALISM IN THE SPANISH SPEAKING WORLD

Module code: SPA229
Credits: 5
Semester: 1
Quota: 27
Department: SPANISH
International:
Coordinator: Dr David Garc�a Le�n (SPANISH)

	Overview
	This module offers an overview of the Spanish-speaking world with a focus on the political and social issues related to the dynamics of bilingual and multilingual societies. The course begins by presenting some key concepts in the fields of bilingualism. Later, it moves into analysing the social aspects of multilingual and bilingual societies such as the relationship between language, power, education, and identity. Students will then explore the main sociolinguistic characteristics of multi/bilingual communities in Hispanoam�rica, Spain, and the United States.

Overview

This module offers an overview of the Spanish-speaking world with a focus on the political and social issues related to the dynamics of bilingual and multilingual societies. The course begins by presenting some key concepts in the fields of bilingualism. Later, it moves into analysing the social aspects of multilingual and bilingual societies such as the relationship between language, power, education, and identity. Students will then explore the main sociolinguistic characteristics of multi/bilingual communities in Hispanoam�rica, Spain, and the United States.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Synthesize the main ideas and concepts on current understanding of multi and bilingual communities; Develop a critical view on the situation of the Spanish language in the World; Actively reflect upon the complexity of bilingualism as a sociopolitical and cultural phenomenon; Research, develop and articulate in writing balanced and well-structured arguments.

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

Module Graded (numeric value) or Ungraded (Pass/Not Passed): Graded
Continuous Assessment detail(s): Participation and written assignments. The participation mark will be based on critical reading, preparation, and completion of reading worksheets.

Assessment type	Options	Weighting
Continuous Assessment		100%
University scheduled written examination	No	0%
Other		0%
Total		100%

Pass standard: 40%
Could the result of this module be capped? If attendance requirement is not met.
Penalties: Late submission of assessed course work or examination materials will result in a reduction of the original grade by 5% (5 marks) per day. Assessed course work or examination materials will normally have to be submitted electronically through Turnitin. Late submission of work owing to medical or other compelling reasons is not penalised. The reason must be established in writing prior to, or immediately (i.e. not more than two working days) after the relevant submission deadline and evidence provided (normally such evidence would be a Medical Certificate). Attendance for this module is monitored regularly. If attendance falls below 70% of session hours, the mark will be capped at 35% for this module. This module condition will not be applied to repeat examinations. Absence owing to medical or other compelling reasons is not penalised. The reason must be established in writing prior to, or immediately (i.e. not more than two working days) after the missed class and evidence provided (normally such evidence would be a medical certificate).

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes

	Pre-Requisites
	SPA112 or SPA152

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