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Spanish Level: Intermediate

This course takes a blended approach to the study of Spanish Peninsular literature, combining literary analysis with cultural and historical contextualization and language development. Using a commentary of text approach, which requires students to participate actively in the examination of each piece of literature studied, the atemporal and universal elements of the human condition found in great pieces of literature are brought to light and made relevant to today’s realities.

Code: ALI-ELEC 4000

Spanish Level: Bilingual and Progressive Spanish Approach

This course offers structured information on contemporary Spanish society since the transition to democracy. Topics include the physical and geo-political divisions of Spain, the transition from dictatorship to democracy and the on-going evolution of Spain as a constitutional monarchy, the educational system, the workplace, the family, leisure activities and popular culture, art and festivals, as well as Spain’s place on the world stage. It is also a forum class for discussion and debate for students as they interact with the people and institutions of Spain. (Taught using a bilingual and progressive Spanish approach).

Code: ALI-ELEC 4200

Spanish Level: Intermediate

This course offers an overview of the most important genres of Mexican-American literature from the mid-19th century to the present. Short stories, novels, poetry, theatre and essays will be studied to understand the sociocultural reality of the Mexican American population of the U.S. and appreciate the aesthetic value of this community’s literary production.

Code: ALI-ELEC 4100

Spanish Level: High Intermediate to advanced

The medium of film is an excellent way to begin to learn about the history and culture of Spain. While it is true that this genre, based on scripts and images, tends to over-simplify historical events, there is no doubt that it provides an excellent starting point for further discussion of historical themes. Thus, the films viewed in class will be complemented by classroom lectures and readings that contextualize and delve more deeply into historical periods, personages, and events.

Code: ALI-ELEC 4300

Spanish Level: High Intermediate to advanced level of spoken and written

In this course students will learn the strategies and techniques involved in translating texts from Spanish to English and interpreting in venues such as schools, hospitals, police stations and courts.

Code: ALI-ELEC 4400

This course is designed to allow individual students or small groups of students to pursue an area of specific interest to them under the guidance of a qualified professor. These courses are developed in conjunction with the student and entail both independent work and regular consultation with the professors.

Note: Subject to approval by home university advisors, who determine transfer credit. English or Spanish.

Code: ALI-ELEC 4500