KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE PROPOSAL OR REVISION,
Cover Sheet (10/02/2002)
Course Number/Program Name SPAN 7724: Topics in Literature
Department Foreign Languages
Degree Title (if applicable) Master of Arts in Teaching (Foreign Languages)
Proposed Effective Date Summer 2008
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Sections to be Completed
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X New Course Proposal
Course Title Change
Course Number Change
Course Credit Change
Course Prerequisite Change
Course Description Change
Notes:
If proposed changes to an existing course are substantial (credit hours, title, and description), a new course with a
new number should be proposed.
A new Course Proposal (Sections II, III, IV, V, VII) is required for each new course proposed as part of a new
program. Current catalog information (Section I) is required for each existing course incorporated into the
program.
Minor changes to a course can use the simplified E-Z Course Change Form.
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Robert Simon
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KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE/CONCENTRATION/PROGRAM CHANGE
I.
Current Information (Fill in for changes)
Page Number in Current Catalog
Course Prefix and Number
Course Title
Credit Hours
Prerequisites
Description (or Current Degree Requirements)
II.
Proposed Information (Fill in for changes and new courses)
Course Prefix and Number
SPAN 7724_______________
Course Title _____________Topics in Literature
Credit Hours 3-0-3
Prerequisites SPAN 7722
Description (or Proposed Degree Requirements)
An exploration of a period, movement or genre in literature and its relationship to
culture. Topics are chosen for their significance and impact on Hispanic cultures. Course
taught in Spanish.
III.
Justification
The national standards set forth by the American Council on the Teaching of
Foreign Languages (ACTFL) for the preparation of foreign language teachers
requires that candidates:
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demonstrate that they understand the connections among the perspectives
of a culture and its practices and products (Standard 2a).
recognize the value and role of literary and cultural texts and use them to
interpret and reflect upon the perspectives of the target cultures over time
products (Standard 2b).
Candidates for the MAT in Foreign Languages must possess a keen knowledge of
the culture and/or cultures which speak the particular language in question. This
course proposes a reading of literary and non-literary works in both their critical
and social contexts, so that the student in the Master of Arts in Teaching,
specializing in Spanish, may achieve the desired level of competency and
expertise in Hispanic culture.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha, The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee,
The University of South Carolina and Oregon State University offer similar
programs, all of which offer courses in which literary and cultural competency
are stressed. Courses such as these make the MAT programs across the country
competitive in their necessary and particular focus on cultures that exist both
within and beyond the borders of our country.
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IV.
Additional Information (for New Courses only)
Instructor: Dr. Robert Simon
Texts: See syllabus
Prerequisites: Admission to the MAT in Foreign Languages
Objectives: This course addresses the following program learning outcomes:
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)
Program Standards for the Preparation of Foreign Language Teachers
Initial Level: Graduate
Standard 2: CULTURES, LITERATURES & CROSS-DISCIPLINARY CONCEPTS
2a: Demonstrating Cultural Understandings.
Candidates demonstrate that they understand the connections among the perspectives of a
culture and its practices and products.
2b: Demonstrating Understanding of Literary and Cultural Texts and Traditions.
Candidates recognize the value and role of literary and cultural texts and use them to
interpret and reflect upon the perspectives of the target cultures over time.
Instructional Method:
- Combined lecture and discussion format with readings and research
expectations outside of class.
Method of Evaluation
- Two comprehensive exams, an oral presentation on a topic chosen by the
student, a research paper on said topic and an oral interview in which the
student receives one-on-one advising on their topic of choice, use of the
target language and literary/cultural competency.
V.
Resources and Funding Required (New Courses only)
Resource
Amount
Faculty
Other Personnel
Equipment
Supplies
Travel
New Books
New Journals
Other (Specify)
TOTAL
Funding Required Beyond
Normal Departmental Growth
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VI. COURSE MASTER FORM
This form will be completed by the requesting department and will be sent to the Office of the
Registrar once the course has been approved by the Office of the President.
The form is required for all new courses.
DISCIPLINE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE FOR LABEL
(Note: Limit 16 spaces)
CLASS-LAB-CREDIT HOURS
Approval, Effective Term
Grades Allowed (Regular or S/U)
If course used to satisfy CPC, what areas?
Learning Support Programs courses which are
required as prerequisites
Spanish
SPAN 7724
Topics in Lit
3-0-3
Summer 2008
Regular
APPROVED:
________________________________________________
Vice President for Academic Affairs or Designee __
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VII Attach Syllabus
Department of Foreign Languages
Students are responsible for downloading, printing, and bringing
this syllabus to class at the beginning of the semester
SUMMER 2009
I.
SPANISH 7724: Topics in Literature: “Spanish Poetry of the 20th Century”
II.
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Robert Simon
OFFICE: PS248;
OFFICE HOURS: TBA
E-MAIL: rsimon5@kennesaw.edu
III.
CLASS MEETINGS: TBA LOCATION: TBA
IV.
TEXTS:
Machado, Antonio. Campos de Castilla. Ed. Geoffrey Ribbans. Madrid: Ediciones
Cátedra; 2006.
Ramón Jiménez, Juan. Antología poética. Ed. Javier Blasco. Madrid: Ediciones
Cátedra; 1993.
García Lorca, Federico. Poeta en Nueva York. Madrid: Ediciones Cátedra; 2003.
Cernuda, Luis. La Realidad y el deseo. Ed. Miguel Flys. Madrid: Ediciones Castalia;
1983.
Hernández, Miguel. Cancionero y romancero de ausencias. Ed. José Carlos Rovira.
Madrid: Editoria Espasa Calpe; 1999.
Conde, Carmen. Mujer sin Edén. Prol. Leopoldo de Luis. Madrid: Ediciones
Torremozas; 1985.
Hierro, José. Cuánto sé de mí. Madrid: Ediciones La Palma; 1999.
Gimferrer, Père. Arde el mar. Madrid: Ediciones Cátedra; 1994.
Rossetti, Ana. Indicios vehementes. Madrid: Poesía Hiperión; 1985.
Janés, Clara. Arcángel de sombra. Madrid: Visor Libros; 1999.
Texto de reserva (en la biblioteca):
Basilio Rodríguez Cañada, ed. Milenio. Ultimísima poesía española (Antología). Madrid:
Celeste; 1999.
Crow, John. Spain, the Root and the Flower : An Interpretation of Spain and the Spanish
People. Los Angeles: The University of California Press; 1985.
Debicki, Andrew Peter. Historia de la poesía española del siglo XX: desde la modernidad hasta
el presente. Madrid: Gredos; 1997.
Hooper, John. The New Spaniards. New York: Penguin; 1995. (2nd Edition (2006) available).
Textos Recomendados: (disponibles y a la venta en Amazon.com)
Stanton, Edward. Culture and Customs of Spain. Westport, CT: Greenwood Pub Group; 2002.
ISBN/SKU0313314632
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Recursos electrónicos:
http://www.lib.byu.edu/~rdh/wess/iber/
V.
SCHEDULE: [Subject to change if necessary]
B = Block, 2.5 hours
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
B10
B11
B12
B13
B14
B15
B16
Historia y teoría de la sociedad y la poesía españolas del siglo
XX; las formas poéticas, los temas más destacados
La generación del 98 – Antonio Machado
La generación del 16 – Juan Ramón Jiménez
La generación del 27 – Federico García Lorca
La generación del 27 – Luis Cernuda
la poesía de la Guerra Civil Española – Miguel Hernández
Examen Parcial; La posguerra española – sociedad y poesía
Los años 50 – Carmen Conde
La poesía testimonial – José Hierro
Los “novísimos” – Père Gimferrer
La poesía posmoderna – Ana Rossetti
La poesía “de la nada” – Clara Janés; First Draft of Essay
due; schedule interview
Entrevistas individuales con el profesor
Repaso de las obras y de los temas.
Presentaciones de los alumnos
Examen Final; FINAL ESSAY DUE
NOTICE: LAST DAY TO DROP WITHOUT ACADEMIC PENALTY: TBA
WARNING: Failure to take the final exam at the time, date, and place scheduled will result in a
final grade of “F.” Exceptions to this policy must be requested in writing by the student,
endorsed in writing by the instructor, and approved, in writing, by Department Chair. Requests
must be submitted two weeks prior to the end of the last day of class.
VI.
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: SPAN 7724. Topics in Literature. Prerequisite: SPAN 7722. An
exploration of a period, movement or genre in literature and its relationship to culture. Topics
are chosen for their significance and impact on Hispanic cultures. Course taught in Spanish.
VII.
SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION: Through the use of specific films and readings, this course proposes a
survey of poetry’s evolution in Spain from the period of the Spanish-American War to the end of
the 20th Century, as well as the inclusion of postmodernism in Spanish poetry. In this course we
will focus on themes such as: the idea of religion as associated with that of the “Nation,” the
introduction of European literary and social currents in Spain, and the “españolización” of
these influences. All class discussions will be conducted in Spanish.
VIII.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
1. Students are expected to attend all classes. The maximum number of absences is 2. All
absences, excused or unexcused, will be counted as absences. Each additional absence over
the maximum will result in your final grade being lowered by FOUR points. If you must be
absent from class, it is your responsibility to find out what the assignment was for that day and
to turn your homework in on time. Should you be absent, find out what transpired in class by
contacting a classmate:
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NAME: ________________________; PHONE: _____________________; E-MAIL: ______________
NAME: ________________________; PHONE: _____________________; E-MAIL: ______________
2. Classes will start on time. If for some reason you find it necessary to arrive late, you will be
responsible for all information, including announcements changes in the syllabus, etc. Any
behavior deemed disruptive by the instructor will result in your being asked to leave class at
once. Such an event will be counted as an unexcused absence, and the student may be referred
to
the
Dean
of
Students
for
further
disciplinary
action.
[http://www.kennesaw.edu/judiciary/code.conduct.shtml]
3. Class time will be used to develop all four basic skills [listening comprehension, speaking,
reading comprehension, and writing]. There is also an essential cultural component. However,
special emphasis will be placed on speaking; thus, you must be willing to participate in
class discussion. You are expected to read, research and reflect upon what you learn at home
as part of your daily preparation.
4. All assignments, whether written or oral, are to be finished individually before the class
begins. No late homework will be accepted. No make-ups of any kind will be given for any
assignments or exams. Emergencies will be handled on an individual basis. There will be no
“extra-credit.”
5. It is a good idea for you to keep a journal in which to record your ideas about the works
studied in the class. You should also keep bibliographic information regarding your final
project in this journal (for easy reference and verification by the instructor upon your one-onone meeting in November). Although not an explicit portion of your final grade, this type of
organizational reference may speed the process of analyzing, interpreting and writing.
6. The Final Presentation will be an individual, 10-minute presentation of your Final Essay
topic which will be given WITHOUT EXCEPTION on the date provided in this syllabus. You will
use visual and textual aids, including, but not limited to: Powerpoint, the internet, handouts,
etc. Please do not hesitate to ask about any other media, or if you have any questions.
7. The Final Essay, a research paper of 15-20 pages in length, will be completed in three
parts. First, you will turn in a first draft and bibliography to the instructor on the date
provided above in the “Schedule.” Your instructor must approve the bibliography. Then, you
will make an appointment to meet with the instructor to discuss research strategies,
grammatical issues, etc. You will then turn your essay in on the day and time of the final
exam. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS DATE. Please note that:
a) You must cite works according to the rules found in the MLA Handbook. Make sure to
turn in a bibliography with your first draft, particularly if you choose to use electronic
sources (i.e., websites), as not every source is necessarily useful for your particular
argument.
b) Your grade will be based on your ability to analyze culture as represented through
literary works, your use of the Spanish language to express your argument and the
thoroughness of said argument.
IX. University Policies: The Department of Foreign Languages adheres to the principles and
practices formulated in the Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities, Graduate
Student Catalog, p. 237-259.
X. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
This course addresses the following program learning outcomes:
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American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)
Program Standards for the Preparation of Foreign Language Teachers
Initial Level: Graduate
Standard 2: CULTURES, LITERATURES & CROSS-DISCIPLINARY CONCEPTS
2a: Demonstrating Cultural Understandings.
Candidates demonstrate that they understand the connections among the perspectives of a culture
and its practices and products.
2b: Demonstrating Understanding of Literary and Cultural Texts and Traditions.
Candidates recognize the value and role of literary and cultural texts and use them to interpret
and reflect upon the perspectives of the target cultures over time.
XII.
FINAL GRADE:
Two Exams [25 points each]
Final Essay (15-20 pgs)
Final Presentation (10 minutes)
50
30
20
____
100
TOTAL
XIII.
GRADE SCALE: (note – I always round decimals up, i.e., 89.1% = 90%, etc).
A:
B:
C:
D:
F:
XIV.
90-100%
80–89%
70–79%
60–69%
0–59%
CAVEAT SPECTATOR: The films and reading materials used in this course are part of the
current curriculum on representations of Hispanic culture. However, they may contain images,
information, ideas, etc. that may be offensive to your personal beliefs or taste. If you think it
is possible that you may be offended by any of the materials in this course, or if you have
any concerns and/or questions, please see you instructor ASAP.
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