Survey of the significant literary production of Spanish America from colonial beginnings to the present, with special attention to major authors of the 20th century. Instruction is in Spanish. Development of skill and facility in Spanish grammar, composition and oral communication. Chronological study of major Spanish historical trends and developments to the present. Political, literary and artistic movements, highlight important individuals, ideas and periods are examined as selected texts representative of each period are read.
Instruction is in Spanish and English.
Study of the best films and film scripts in the Spanish cinema. Instruction is in English with a view toward developing appreciation of the history, art and aesthetics of the Spanish cinema and increasing Spanish language experience. Instruction is in Spanish and English. Independent study of Spanish is developed individually between student and faculty member and must be approved by the Department. This course is of a topical and pilot nature and is designed to meet the immediate needs and interests of various student populations.