California State University,
Chico
Spanish 443: Hispanic Novel
– Fall 2004
M 4:00-6:50 (TRACS# 15248)
Professor: Dr.
Rony Garrido Telephone: 898-4501
Classroom:
PLMS 210 Office: Trinity Hall 136
Office Hours: T 1:00-3:00pm &W 11:00am-1:00pm E-mail: rgarrido@csuchico.edu
(or by appointment)
Prerequisites: SPAN 301; SPAN 341 or SPAN 342; or faculty
permission.
Course
Description:
This
course will focus on the study of modern narrative in the Hispanic world. We will read, discuss, and analyze
representative novels from Latin America and Spain, exploring their relevant
topics and how they relate to literary movements and to each author¹s
socio-historical context. We will
also read and discuss critical and theoretical texts about these novels.
One of the main goals in
the course is to engage the students in active and critical analysis of
literary works, so they can gain understanding of the intricate historical,
cultural, and artistic connections at different periods of time in literary history. Furthermore, it is hoped that with the
formal study of the narrative literary genre, the students will come to a
deeper appreciation of the creative process, which in turn can lead to a more
profound level of self-reflection and understanding of our place in the
world. In order to achieve these
goals, the course will include extensive reading, class and group discussion,
WebCT discussion, analytical writings, oral presentations, and films
Texts:
Requirements:
Attendance:
Provided that this course only meets once a week, it is vital to attend all
class sessions for the entire period.
No absences are permitted (exceptions can be made in case of documented excused absences due to medical emergency, death in
the immediate family, and required court appearance). 3.5 % will be deducted from your final grade per missed
class-hour. Consequently, if you
miss an entire session your final grade will be automatically lowered one
letter grade.
Participation
and preparation: Active
participation in every class activity is required for full credit in this
category. Participation points
cannot be made up. Each student¹s
participation grade will be based upon consistent involvement during the class
sessions. During each class the
student is expected to ask and answer questions, participate in group
discussions, oral presentations, etc.
Preparation includes turning in any homework assigned by your professor
on the day it is due and it also includes comprehension-check quizzes (controles
de lectura), therefore it is
important to read the assigned materials prior to class. Reading unrelated material or doing
homework for another course during class time is considered a violation in
participation and preparation; every time this happens, it will be equivalent
to one missed class-hour.
Disciplined
daily reading: Extensive reading is required in this class, approximately
100 pages per week. Therefore, it
is extremely important to distribute the reading throughout the week.
Academic
Honesty: Students must adhere
to university regulations regarding academic honesty. Any violation will result in a failing grade, either on a
quiz, examination, or essay. In
extreme cases, the violation may result in expulsion from the university.
Course
Etiquette: Electronic devices,
such as cell phones and beepers, must be disconnected during class.
Group
presentations: Groups of 2-3 students will present information on a
scholarly article of their choice.
This article must focus on one of the novels included in the
course. Groups and dates will be
assigned the second week of classes.
Each report should present the group¹s reflections on the critical
article. Copies of the
article must be given to everyone the week prior to the presentation.
Exams:
There will be two midterm exams and a final exam that will evaluate the
students¹ knowledge on the material discussed in class.
Final
essay: This critical essay
should be 6-8 pages in length, double spaced, 12-point font, and with 4
bibliographical references: 3 from books and scholarly articles, and one from
the Web. This essay will present
information on a novel of student¹s choice, from a list of possibilities
presented by the professor. The essay
should include a brief summary (no more than 200 words) and a thorough analysis
of the assigned novel, including pertinent information about the author and the
content of the novel, relevant historical background of the time period
represented in the literary production and/or the actual period in which it was
published, and the literary movement to which the novel belongs.
Reflections: You will be writing eight reflections
throughout the semester in WebCT.
For Reflections 1, 3, 5, and 7, you will write on the novel for that
day. However, for the other
reflections, you will respond to topics brought up by one or more of your
classmates. In each entry, you
should write at least a good paragraph (1/2 page). If you want to write more,
you can.
You
will be graded on completion, effort, quality of discussion, and grammar. For a
minimum passing grade, you have to write the minimum amount. For an excellent
grade, you must try to thoroughly address important topics from the novels
being discussed. You can write about what is interesting, explaining why you
consider that topic relevant.
Grade:
Participation and
Preparation 25%
(includes controles de lectura
Notas de lectura y
reflexiones)
Oral report 15%
Final essay 20%
Midterm exams 25%
Final exam 15%
Definition
of Letter Grading Symbols (2000-2003
University Catalog, page 158):
A -- Superior Work: A level of achievement so outstanding that
it is normally attained by relatively few students.
B --Very Good Work: A high level of achievement clearly better
than adequate competence in the subject matter/skill, but not as good as the
unusual, superior achievement of students earning an A.
C -- Adequate Work: A level of achievement indicating adequate
competence in the subject
matter/skill. This level will usually be met by a majority of students in
the class.
D -- Minimally Acceptable Work: A level of achievement which meets the
minimum requirements of the
course.
F -- Unacceptable Work:
A level of achievement that fails to meet
the minimum requirements of
the course. Not passing.
Tentative Schedule
|
|
Lectura y/o tema de discusión |
Actividad especial
(durante clase) |
Tarea adicional (para
este día) |
|
23de agosto |
Introducción al curso, Aspectos básicos sobre la teoría de la novela
(Copias), asignar fechas para las presentaciónes |
|
|
|
30 de agosto |
La familia de Pascual Duarte pp. 1-93, asignar fechas para las
presentaciones |
|
Notas de lectura, Publicar reflexión 1 |
|
6 de septiembre |
DESCANSO POR EL DÍA DEL TRABAJO |
|
Publicar reflexión 2 |
|
13 de septiembre |
La familia de Pascual Duarte pp. 94-189 |
Control de lectura individual, presentación(es) |
|
| 20 de septiembre |
Fiesta al nordeste pp. 73-110 (Copias) Lecturas
sobre el existencialismo (Copias), video El tunel |
Control de lectura individual, presentación(es) |
Publicar reflexión 3 |
| 27 de
octubre |
Fiesta al nordeste (Copias) |
EXAMEN PARCIAL I |
Publicar reflexión 4 |
| 4 de
octubre |
El señor presidente pp. 115-216 |
|
Notas de lectura |
| 11 de
octubre |
El señor presidente pp. 217-322 |
Control de lectura en grupo |
Publicar la reflexión 5 |
| 18 de
octubre |
El señor presidente pp. 323-428 |
Control de lectura individual, presentación(es) |
Publicar reflexión 6 |
| 25 de
octubre |
Del amor y otros demonios pp. 1-66 |
|
Notas de lectura |
| 1 de
noviembre |
Del amor y otros demonios pp. 71-129 |
Control de lectura en grupo, presentación(es) |
Publicar la reflexión 7 |
| 8 de
noviembre |
Del amor y otros demonios pp. 130-198 |
EXAMEN PARCIAL II |
Publicar reflexión 8 |
| 15 de noviembre |
Maldito Amor pp. 1-67 |
Entregar ENSAYO |
|
| 22 de
noviembre |
¡Descanso por las celebraciones de Acción de
Gracias! |
||
| 29
noviembre |
Maldito amor pp. 68-135 |
Control de lectura individual, presentación(es) |
|
| 6 de
diciembre |
Maldito amor pp. 136-203 |
|
|
| 13 de
diciembre |
EXAMEN FINAL DE LAS 6:00-7:50 PM EN TAYLOR 207 |
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