SPAN 210 — The Spanish Language in the World
This course is a general overview of the Spanish language in the world, the evolution of the language throughout the centuries, and its place in our modern society. The course focuses on the diversity of the global communities that speak Spanish, and key differences in dialect, grammar, and vocabulary throughout modern Spanish-speaking societies, in comparison with those used in the different regions of the United States. The course also includes a brief introduction to the disciplines of translating and interpreting, and the importance of conveying a clear message in a variety of social contexts. Texts used to study the language include fiction, poetry, critical essays, film, music videos, and other Latin American/Spanish cultural production. Prerequisite: SPA 203 or permission of the instructor.