Teaching code

4S02553

Teacher

Francesca Dalle Pezze

Coordinator

Francesca Dalle Pezze

Credits

9

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

L-LIN/07 - LANGUAGE AND TRANSLATION - SPANISH

Period

I semestre (Area Lingue e letterature straniere) dal Sep 23, 2024 al Dec 21, 2024.

Courses Single

Authorized

Lessons timetable Moodle Seminars 0

Learning objectives

On completion of this course, students: – should know the geographical and demolinguistic status of Spanish and the essential aspects of the spread of this language in the world and in society; – should know the main grammatical and lexicographical works of the Spanish language and their fundamental characteristics; – should know the essential aspects of the phoneme / grapheme relationship, of the vocabulary and of the morphosyntactic structures of Spanish and will be able to apply them in the analysis of texts. Furthermore, B1 language level of competence in Spanish (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is also required.

Prerequisites and basic notions

Acquiring at least level B1 (complete) linguistic competence before the exam, corresponding to 3 of the 9 teaching credits is compulsory. Verification of linguistic competence is based on the certifications issued by the CLA (University Language Center) or by the Instituto Cervantes (DELE). As detailed in "Vademecum normativo per gli studenti dell'Area di Lingue e Letterature Straniere", B1 certificates obtained after 1st October 2024 are valid for two years.
“Saperi minimi” (“minimum knowledge”): Spanish A2.

Program

The course aims to a) offer an overview of the spread of the Spanish language and related problems and b) provide the essential tools for analysing the main functioning mechanisms of current Spanish, according to a contrastive approach (Italian/Spanish ). Main topics of the program: 1. The Spanish language in history, in society and works of a linguistic nature 1.1. Geography of the Spanish language and demolinguistics 1.2. Linguistic tools (an introduction to dictionaries and grammars) 2. Constituent elements of the Spanish language: from minimal units to morphosyntax. The program is the same even for non-attending students, who can use recommended readings indicated in the e-learning platform to fill any gaps regarding the topics covered during the lessons.

Bibliography

Didactic methods

Frontal lessons in the classroom on the program topics. Teaching materials that will be an integral part of the exam program for attending and non-attending students will be used during the lessons. They will be made available on the Moodle platform of the course. Teaching support methods: The supplementary and support teaching materials will be uploaded to the course Moodle platform, and the recommended readings for non-attending students will be indicated. A specific tutoring service will be activated to teach Spanish Language 1, the methods of which will be illustrated in class and on the Moodle platform of the course. In addition, the teacher remains available during her office hours. Finally, potential interested parties are informed that a specific support and tutoring activity is available for inclusion and accessibility, particularly for teaching Language and Literature in the French, English, Russian, Spanish and German areas. The activities will be advertised on the Department page.

Learning assessment procedures

Written test. The written test, lasting 60 minutes, consists of multiple-choice, short answer and open-answer questions. Some questions will require metalinguistic reflection and the ability to identify phenomena dealt with during the course and propose examples. The exam will focus on the program carried out during the lessons, the teaching materials, and the course bibliography. The exam questions will be formulated in Spanish, but as this is the 1st year exam, students can answer the open questions in Italian. The use of the dictionary or other support tools will not be allowed.
The examination methods are the same even for non-attending students.
Erasmus students should contact the teacher at the beginning of the lessons. A list of additional readings for the possible integration of 3 CFU will be published on the e-learning platform.
It will be possible to take the exam with the program and methods indicated until the extraordinary session of January/February 2026.

Evaluation criteria

The exam aims to ascertain the breadth and depth of knowledge gained on the topics in the program, as well as the language properties, terminological precision and the ability to connect the acquired knowledge in a systemic form.

Criteria for the composition of the final grade

The final mark out of thirty will be obtained from the average between that of the written test (if equal to or greater than 18/30) and that of linguistic competence (converted into thirty based on the indications in the "Regulatory Vademecum for students of the Language Area and Foreign Literature "). The results will be communicated through ESSE3.

Exam language

Italiano/spagnolo