The focus of this unit of study will centre around the following topics:
- The living conditions of different groups during the post war era.
- Censorship and restrictions during the dictatorship
- Divisions in Spanish society under the Franco regime
End Topic test will be completed by each student and will comprise of a listening, translation and reading assessment based on the content covered. Students will also work with a FLA to complete a speaking booklet on possible questions based on Task one of the A Level exam.
Students will gain insight into the The Francoist Dictatorship which has shaped contemporary Spanish culture and politics.
Students will consolidate their undde
Students will analyse the play 'La Casa de Bernarda Alba' by Federico Garcia Lorca. Through the study and analysis of this play students will:
- develop a detailed understanding and appreciation of the play by writing critical and analytical responses in Spanish.
- produce responses that show critical appreciation of features such as:
o key concepts and themes;
o characterisation;
o form and technique of presentation, e.g. effect of narrative voice in prose text, effect of camera work in film;
o social and cultural setting; as appropriate to the work studied
- present viewpoints, develop arguments, draw conclusions, analyse and evaluate in writing
Students will complete at least three essays on the chosen text and they will complete a vocab and translation assessment.
Students will develop knowledge about matters central to the society and culture, past and present, of Hispanic countries. Students will also develop the ability to mediate between cultures and between speakers of the language and speakers of English.
By studying this literature we are enabling students to equip themselves with transferable skills such as autonomy, resourcefulness, creativity, critical thinking, and linguistic, cultural and cognitive flexibility that will empower them to proceed to further study or employment.
In this unit we will look at the topic of Immigration in Spain. We will begin by researching the origin of modern day immigrants and their reasons for coming to Spain. We will also analyse the needs of the Spanish job market, and the need for immigrants.Students will focus on Muslim influence in Spain, particualrly on food and arts.
Students will sit a mock exam paper assessing on both units covered. Students will be examined on a reading, translation, listening, writing and vocab assessment.
Students have the opportunity to engage critically with an intellectually stimulating realia and other materials in the original language, developing an appreciation of sophisticated and creative uses of the language and understanding them within their cultural and social context.
This unit will enhance their linguistic skills and promote and develop their capacity for critical thinking, which can be applied to the students' other chosen subjects, on the basis of their knowledge and understanding of the language, culture and society of the country or countries where the language is spoken.
In this unit we will look at the topic of Immigration in Spain. We will begin by
- Impact of immigration on education/school life
- Living conditions of immigrants in Spain
- Marginalisation and alienation of immigrants in Spain
Students will complete and end of Unit Tests 7 and 8; Grammar Test on this term's grammar
Students have the opportunity to engage critically with an intellectually stimulating realia and other materials in the original language, developing an appreciation of sophisticated and creative uses of the language and understanding them within their cultural and social context.
This unit will enhance their linguistic skills and promote and develop their capacity for critical thinking, which can be applied to the students' other chosen subjects, on the basis of their knowledge and understanding of the language, culture and society of the country or countries where the language is spoken.
In this unit of work students will study the Spanish Civil War and the rise of Francoism. The following areas will be covered in this term:
- An Analysis of the reasons for Franco's rise to power
- Franco's victory in the Civil War
- How the Civil War caused social division
End of Unit test which comprises of a listening, reading, translation and vocabulary test.
Students will become more aware of pre, and post, Civil War, political and cultural affairs in Spain.
Students will gain a greater understanding of the controversial political climate in Franco-Spain as well as allowing them an in-depth insight into to key aspects of Spanish culture.
Students will complete an intense revision course on both the text and film studied over the course of the A Level course.
Students will have regular essay-based assessments with a focus on previous exam paper questions.
Students will be prepared for paper 2 of their exam as well as revising topics not covered since year 12.
Revising good essay writing technique will consolidate these skills in the students' other subjects.
In this unit students will both revisit the themes and deeper their understanding of the content. The following topics are covered in this unit:
- the attitudes that Spanish have to gay marriage, homosexual people and their legal situation
- work culture and the attitude of the Spanish to work
- the challenge facing the Spanish tourist industry moving forward
- the impact of social networks in Latin America
Students will be assessed through a mock A level exam encompassing all skills examined at A Level.
Students will develop the following strategies: - planning and carrying out A level revision - managing the time available when attempting exam tasks - learning and using more sophisticated vocabulary - appreciating different registers and recognising when to use them
Students, through revising all themes covered in course content, consolidate strategies in their other subject areas, as well as making their English literacy more considered and focused.
In this unit the following topics are covered:
- key moments of the transition to democracy
- the role of Adolfo Suárez in creating a liberal democracy in Spain
- the circumstances surroundingh the Spanish transitionand the role of King Juan Carlos I
- the impact of the transition on Spanish society and the evolution of democracy
Students will complete and end of unit test which will consist of the following elements:
- speaking presentation
- listening and reading comprehension
- vocabulary test based on all key expressions and vocabulary of the unit
- Translation from Spanish to English
Students will develop the following strategies : - making useful notes as you research - translating accurately from English into Spanish - learning oral techniques to hole the interest of your audience
Students, through working on their presentation skills, will become better public speakers which will in turn better able them to communicate with the public.
In this unit students will study the customs and traditions in Spain and Latin America. The following topics are covered:
- aspects of customs relating to food
- some non-religious festivals that are celebrated in Spain and Latin America
- aspects of Latin-American gastronomy and one traditional fiesta in Latin America
- some religious fiestas in Spain
Students will complete and end of unit test. This will consist of the following:
- listening and reading comprehension
- speaking presentation on a festival studied
- vocabulary test based on unit content
Students will develop the following strategies: - producing interesting sentences in spoken language, using different strategies - checking and improving accuracy in written Spanish - finding and using synonyms and similar expressions - organising A-level revision notes
Through a focus placed on revision skills and techniques students develop their ability to plan and organise themselves for the exam period. This unit allows students a greater insight to Hispanic traditions and cultural festivities which encourages an understanding cultural tolerance and empathy.
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