PRSJB002 Society and culture in Spain

Faculty of Arts
Autumn 2024
Extent and Intensity
1/1/2. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Hana Iridiani, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. Bc. Eva Lalkovičová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Bc. Eva Lalkovičová, Ph.D.
Department of Romance Languages and Literatures – Faculty of Arts
Contact Person: Mgr. Milada Malá, Ph.D.
Supplier department: Department of Romance Languages and Literatures – Faculty of Arts
Timetable
Mon 14:00–15:40 L35, except Mon 18. 11. to Sun 24. 11.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.

The capacity limit for the course is 20 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 3/20, only registered: 0/20
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
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Course objectives
The course aims to offer students a comprehensive view of the current social and cultural situation in Spain (issues of nationalism, migration, unemployment, status of women and marginalized communities, etc.). However, since the course is offered within the translation specialization, its content and teaching methods are designed to develop not only cultural knowledge but also translation competencies alongside it.
Learning outcomes
Students will gain an overview of the current social situation in Spain, develop their language and cultural knowledge, and enhance their translation competencies.
Syllabus
  • Nationalism and regional autonomy.
  • Migration.
  • Economic crisis in 2008. Unemployment.
  • Gender equality and women's rights.
  • Environmental issues, climate crisis.
  • Tourism and sustainability.
  • Political changes: rise of new political parties.
Literature
  • Francisco Javier Paredes Alonso, Historia contemporánea de España. Ed. Ariel, 1998.
  • García de Cortázar, Fernando, Stručné dějiny španělské kultury. Dauphin, 2019.
  • Blancarte, Roberto, Cultura e identidad nacional. Fondo de cultura económica, México, 2007
Teaching methods
Teaching takes place through a combination of lectures and student presentations. In class, discussions are held on various topics, and homework preparation is also required.
Assessment methods
To successfully complete the course, it is necessary to: a) complete ongoing assignments, b) actively participate in classes, and c) present and submit a portfolio.
Language of instruction
Spanish
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023.
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