Hispanic Linguistics II 3305-JH2-1U
The course will be organised as follows:
Classes will begin with some preliminary preparation (completed independently), consisting of a short reading related to the topic in question. This reading will be discussed during the first part of the in-person session, during which the lecturer will introduce the material and encourage active student participation. The second part of the in-person session will be devoted to practical activities directly linked to the topic under discussion.
THEORETICAL TOPICS
• The concept of text
• Textuality criteria
• Units of text analysis
• Logical, referential and enunciative dimensions of a text
• Text typology
PRACTICAL TOPICS
• Analysis of contemporary Spanish-language texts
• Analysis and identification of functional varieties and text typologies
• Semantic, syntactic and pragmatic analysis of texts
• Examination of normative and non-standard language use in texts
• Oral presentation — students will deliver an oral presentation on a theoretical issue, applying it to a specific example of their choice
Both the theoretical and practical components of the course aim to equip students with the essential tools for text and discourse analysis, while enabling them to acquire advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of linguistic norms and the most typical deviations found in Spanish. In addition, the course will allow students to:
• become familiar with and apply working methods used in descriptive, applied and text linguistics;
• understand the social, geographical and stylistic variation of the Spanish language;
• apply their skills to solving language-related problems and carry out linguistic analyses and commentaries from both diachronic and contemporary, as well as comparative, perspectives;
• appreciate the diversity and linguistic richness of Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries.
This approach integrates theoretical learning with practical application, enabling a deeper understanding and more effective mastery of the topics covered.
Prerequisites (description)
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Learning outcomes
KNOWLEDGE
Upon completing the course, the student:
• understands the specific subject matter and methodology characteristic of Iberian studies, and is able to apply and creatively develop this knowledge in professional contexts. They are also familiar with terminology related to Hispanic linguistics (K_W01);
• recognizes the connections between Iberian studies and other fields within the humanities and social sciences (K_W02);
• understands the basic principles of intellectual property protection and copyright law, as well as the importance of managing intellectual property resources (K_W03);
• has insight into scientific and cultural phenomena in both Poland and Spanish-speaking countries, with an in-depth understanding of how new research and trends in linguistics relate to broader humanistic discourse (K_W04);
• is familiar with terminology, theory, and methodologies in linguistics specific to Iberian studies (K_W05);
• knows about the work of major research centers and schools, including selected areas of linguistics from the perspective of the Spanish-speaking world (K_W06).
SKILLS
Upon completing the course, the student can:
• apply research skills, including the critical analysis of cultural products and social phenomena in Spanish-speaking countries, synthesize various ideas and viewpoints, choose appropriate methods and tools, and present findings—enabling them to solve complex problems in Hispanic linguistics in original ways (K_U01);
• independently acquire knowledge in the field of linguistics, further develop their research abilities, and take initiative in shaping their own professional path as a teacher or researcher in Hispanic linguistics (K_U02);
• use their language skills to understand and produce spoken and written texts that incorporate specialized linguistic terminology (K_U03).
SOCIAL COMPETENCE
Upon completing the course, the student is prepared to:
• work collaboratively in a team, taking on different roles related to the nature of conducting research in Hispanic linguistics (K_K01).
Assessment criteria
Final Grade Composition:
• Final written exam (60%)
• Oral presentation (30%)
• Class participation (10%)
In accordance with Resolution No. 98 of the University Council for Education (dated December 8, 2023), the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in coursework and thesis preparation is permitted only with the instructor’s approval and must align with the objectives of the course. The purpose, scope, and method of using AI must be clearly defined and explicitly acknowledged in the submitted work, including a clear indication of where AI tools were used. Students are fully responsible for the content of their work, including compliance with copyright laws, accuracy and reliability of sources, avoidance of bias, and adherence to academic integrity standards.
Bibliography
CORE BIBLIOGRAPHY (selected chapters):
• De Beaugrande, R.A. y Dressler, W.U. (1997). Introducción a la lingüística del texto. Barcelona: Ariel.
• Gutiérrez-Rexach, J. (ed.) (2016). Enciclopedia de lingüística hispánica (vol. 1). Londres: Routledge.
• Lyons, J. (1997). Semántica lingüística: una introducción. Barcelona: Paidós.
• Simone, R. (2001). Fundamentos de lingüística. (2ª ed.). Madrid: Ariel.
• Yule, G. (2008). El lenguaje. (3ª ed.). Madrid: Akal.
SUPPLEMENTARY BIBLIOGRAPHY:
• Bosque, I. y Demonte, V. (dirs.) (1999). Gramática descriptiva de la lengua española. Madrid: Espasa-Calpe.
• Bosque, I. y Gutiérrez-Rexach, J. (2009). Fundamentos de sintaxis formal. Madrid: Akal.
• Briz, A. (2010). El español coloquial: situación y uso. Madrid: Arco.
• Ferrari, A. (2014). Linguistica del testo: principi, fenomeni, strutture. Roma: Carocci.
• García Mouton, P. (2020). Lenguas y dialectos de España. (10ª ed.). Madrid: Arco.
• Real Academia Española (2009). Nueva gramática de la lengua española. Madrid: Espasa.
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