HUM 1112 - Spanish and Latin American Culture: Conquest to present

1. Demonstrate awareness of the vast scope of works in the arts as well as the contributions by various individuals and ethnic groups by recognizing the characteristics of those influences and their respective origins.
2. Identify the reciprocal cultural influences between Spain, Latin America and the United States in literature, music and architecture while recognizing these influences as expressions of the values, politics and histories of the respective societies.
3. Critically respond to work of art, film, literature, architecture and music through class discussion and compare with one’s own culture and values.
4. Articulate an informed personal reaction to works of art, music or film in the form of an essay which synthesizes and places the work of art within the context of other cultural and historical information learned in the course.
5. Identify the origins of stereotypes of Latin Americans and Spaniards in Hollywood and analyze the dynamics surrounding the perpetuation of such stereotypes in the media.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the cultural, social, linguistic and religious characteristics shared by Spanish-speaking cultures and compare how they differ among regions within Latin America and Spain.
7. Consider the long-standing relationship between church and state in Spanish-speaking countries and evaluate their roles in the re-conquest of Spain, the conquest and colonization of Latin America, the treatment of women, and maintaining the socioeconomic status quo.
8. Understand the historical and current socio-economic conditions and inequalities that have existed both within Latin America as well as between Latin America, Spain and the United States. Explain how socioeconomic policies of other countries and efforts by individuals can affect those conditions and inequalities.
9. Develop a cultural sensitivity to the Latino perspective and sensibilities in order to better relate to both Hispanics in the United States as well as Spanish-speakers abroad as fellow world citizens.
10. Name significant political movements and popular leaders, analyze the reasons for their popularity and evaluate their successes or failures in effecting social change.

1. Land and people
   • Geography, land and vegetation
   • Populations and language groups
   • Countries and capitals
   • Languages and dialects
   • Tourism
2. Heritage
   • Pre-Columbian civilizations
   • Spanish Conquest
   • Colonial Period (1523-1821)
   • Agriculture
3. Religion
   • Virgin of Guadalupe
   • Syncretism
   • Role of Church in society
   • Liberation Theology
   • Rise of Protestantism and other religions
4. Modern society
   • Economy
   • Government and politics
   • Immigration patterns
   • Education
5. Family and gender
   • Marriage
   • Women in Latin America
   • Machismo and Marianismo
   • Compadrazgo and extended family
6. Interpersonal communications
   • Gestures
   • Body language
   • Physical greeting styles
   • Perception of time and space
7. The Arts
   • Architecture
   • Visual Arts
   • Music
   • Theater
   • Literature
   • Cinema
   • Mass media (TV, radio and newspapers)
8. Daily life and customs
   • Sports and leisure
   • Food and drink
   • Holidays and festivals