Spanish 4/5: Culturas de Resistencia Negra en América Latina y el Caribe
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Location: Online
Este curso es para estudiantes con nivel avanzado de español (si has estudiado español al menos durante 5 años).
This course will be delivered online in Spanish. It is open to students with an advanced level of Spanish and native speakers. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in the course details for more information.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
- Course Code: LSW40
- Dates: 10/10/24 - 31/10/24
- Time: 18:00 - 20:00
- Taught: Thu, Evening
- Duration: 4 sessions (over 4 weeks)
- Location: Online
- Tutor: Pilar Villanueva Martinez
Course Code: LSW40
Duration: 4 sessions (over 4 weeks)
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
What is the course about?
In this thought-provoking course, we delve into the rich history of Black people in Latin America, examining their experiences within the contexts of slavery, colonialism, and their enduring consequences in present-day societies. We focus on exploring critical phenomena such as marronage (maroon communities) and the continued legacy of resistance against power hierarchies. By tracing the connections between the past and the present, we analyze various aspects of Black cultural expressions and intellectual production, evaluating them through critical lenses considering social, political, and historical contexts.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
Session 1:
Slavery and Marronage
(Palenque; Suriname; Brasil; Mexico; Ecuador)
Session 2:
Black Women's Legacies and Thought
(Black feminism; Latin American feminism; and contemporary Black women movement)
Session 3:
The Preservation of Ancestral Knowledge
(Cultures expressions: Kawe Calypso; Cynthia Montaño, Kombilesa Mi).
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- have a comprehensive understanding of the historical journey of Black people in Latin America
- use analytical tools to critically engage with contemporary movements and cultural productions originating from Black communities.
- have a deeper appreciation for the region's enduring traditions and Black resistance.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Advanced knowledge of Spanish is essential: you should have done a minimum of 5 years of Spanish recently. It is not necessary to have any prior knowledge of Black History studies or South American society. It is also open to native speakers of Spanish.
For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at https://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
The course is based on the tutor’s own resources.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Other Spanish advanced courses or workshops at level 4 and 5. Please email languages@citylit.ac.uk for advice.
Pilar Villanueva-Martinez is a Ph.D. Candidate in Latin American Cultural Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. With over eight years of experience in education, Pilar has become a specialist in teaching courses on Latin American cultures, history, social movements, music, and literature. In addition, she has taught Spanish courses catering to beginners, intermediates, and advanced learners at esteemed institutions like Bucknell University and the University of Texas at Austin. Moreover, she has extended her expertise to various community-engaged organizations, including the Biblioteca del Bicentenario and Casa Cultural el Chontaduro in Colombia. She is also the founder and editor of the Latin American magazine Zánganos, dedicated to disseminating arts, cultures, and activism from the region.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
