OVERVIEW

The course includes a 30-hour module on Spanish Sociolinguistics and 120 hours of language practice, divided into three blocks:

• 40 hours: Analysis and production of specialized texts (tourism, maritime domain and shipping industry
• 40 hours: Academic and institutional language.
• 40 hours: Clear and rich language

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the student will have acquired advanced knowledge and skills in the sociolinguistics of the Spanish language, also thanks to the support of courses taught by language instructors, aimed at the practical learning of the language at a specialized level.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Knowledge of the main aspects of sociolinguistics, linguistic variation, and language contact. Particular focus on the classical literature of Spanish sociolinguistics and current interdisciplinary developments. Ability to apply the theoretical knowledge acquired through the analysis of different textual typology.

Ability to analyze and produce specialized texts of different types, knowledge of academic and institutional language, and inclusive language. 

PREREQUISITES

Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: C1

TEACHING METHODS

Theoretical and practical lessons in Spanish.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

Linguistic module:

Variation in language levels
Sociolinguistic variation
Linguistic varieties
Communicative interaction and politeness
Discourse and conversation
Linguistic attitudes
The coexistence of languages and societies

The course therefore places particular emphasis on the sociolinguistic and pragmatic dimensions of Spanish in America, as well as its historical, cultural, social, and economic realities.

Practical module

Over the course of 120 hours of practical training, the following topics will be covered:

• Analysis and production of specialized texts (tourism, maritime domain, shipping industry)

• Academic and institutional language.

• Clear and rich language, along with proper documentation.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Francisco Moreno Fernández (1998; 2ª.ed, 2005; 3ª ed., 2008). Principios de Sociolingüística y Sociología del Lenguaje.  Barcelona: Ariel. 

- Lipsky, John (2005). El español de América, Madrid: Cátedra, 

- Giovanna Mapelli , Ana Pano Alamán (eds.) (2024) , Comunicación y persuasión en entornos digitales. Berlín: Peter Lang.

- Ana Pano Alamán (2024). La comunicación digital en español. Enfoques, métodos y perspectivas. Madrid, Ed. Complutense.

Further bibliographical information will be provided during the course

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

Linguistic module: second semester;

Practical module: first and second semester. Lessons start according to the academic calendar.

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Linguistic module:

Theoretical Module

Attending students: presentations, group projects, and individual assignments.

Non-attending students:

The oral examination will cover each of the following topics:

Variation in language levels
Sociolinguistic variation
Linguistic varieties
Communicative interaction and politeness
Discourse and conversation
Linguistic attitudes
The coexistence of languages and societies

Practical module:

Written exam including the three parts of the practical module

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The final grade will be expressed in thirtieths. Excellent or very good evaluations will be given for exams in which the student demonstrates not only declarative knowledge and understanding of the key concepts of the course, but also the acquisition of the methodology necessary for the linguistic analysis of material. Sufficient evaluations will be given for exams where the student demonstrates only possession of declarative knowledge and understanding of the key concepts of the course.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Students who have officially submitted certification for a disability, Specific Learning Disorder (DSA), or other special educational needs are advised to contact both the designated representative, Prof. Sara Dickinson (sara.dickinson@unige.it), and the course instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow for the arrangement of teaching and exam methods that, while respecting the course objectives, take individual learning styles into account and provide appropriate compensatory tools.