Spanish Cultural

Studies - Doctor of
Philosophy (Ph.D.) in
Spanish
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Table of contents
Jargon and slang
01
How do people actually speak? Language is a living thing

Advanced expressions
02
With a bit of practice, you’ll sound like a native speaker

Idioms
03
Full sentences from popular culture whose meaning is not literal

Assignment
04
Putting things into practice is the best way to learn
Introduction
Studying foreign languages offers a unique
opportunity to develop linguistic proficiency,
cultural understanding, and a global perspective.
There are many languages and cultures all
around the world, so it becomes an enriching
experience as you learn about other countries,
how they speak and how language and culture
are intertwined
Language proficiency is highly valued in today’s
global job market, offering opportunities in
fields such as international relations, translation
and interpretation, education, business, tourism,
and more. So, studying foreign languages
enriches personal growth, fosters empathy and
opens a lot of doors when it comes to finding a
job
 01

Jargon and
slang
Casual speech is what you’ll mostly
hear in your everyday life
Textbook speech won’t
get you far
The way everyone speaks in their daily lives is quite
different from the one you’ll find in textbooks:
● Jargon is not static and can evolve over time.
New terms may emerge due to advancements
in technology or shifts in societal norms
● Slang refers to informal words, phrases, and
expressions that are often associated with a
particular social group or subculture
● Their rapid evolving nature is the challenge
that learners of a particular language face
Advanced expressions

Idioms Colloquialisms Proverbs

Phrases or expressions that have Add a sense of familiarity and These are short, traditional
a figurative meaning far from the authenticity, especially in a sayings that convey a concise
literal one specific region or community moral or practical lesson

Rhetorical devices Neologisms Figurative language

Parallelism, repetition or Recently-coined words that have Words or expressions that create
alliteration are just some found their way into mainstream imagery, usually in the form of
examples of this category language metaphors or similes
Now we’re
talking!
Language is a living, breathing entity, not confined to the pages of a textbook—
embrace the beauty of casual everyday speech
~43%
Percentage of the world’s population that
knows at least two languages
Colleges with specialization in linguistics
USA
Princeton University, Harvard
University, Stanford University

Brazil
University of São Paulo, Federal
University of Minas Gerais

India
Jawaharlal Nehru University,
University of Delhi
Most studied foreign languages

Mandarin

French

Spanish

English

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Learning a foreign language, step by step

Set clear goals Choose the right Establish a study Focus on

resources routine vocabulary and
grammar

Practice listening Read and write Carry out cultural Embrace mistakes
and speaking regularly immersion and stay motivated
Real-life applications of language learning

Translation A B Tourism

Language
C D Public relations
teaching Real-life
Academic applications Immigration
E F
research services

Journalism G H Diplomacy
Some recommendations
Audiovisual
content
Contrary to popular belief, watching
movies, TV shows, and listening to
music in the target language can be
beneficial when it comes to learning
that language. It helps your senses get
used to it, and offers a way to
experience actual casual speech found
in everyday situations
Persistence beats resistance
Dedicate regular time each day or
week to practice the language. Try to
make language learning a part of your
daily routine, whether it’s through
flashcards, reading, writing, or
listening exercises
Rubric
Criteria Excellent (4) Good (3) Basic (2) Limited (1)
Effective Struggles with basic
Language Accurate, fluent, and Basic skills with
communication with skills; significant errors
proficiency articulate language use frequent errors
minor errors hinder

Deep understanding, Shows awareness, Some awareness, may Lacks awareness;

Cultural awareness integrates cultural attempts to integrate misunderstand cultural misunderstands cultural
nuances cultural elements aspects references

Fluent and meaningful Clear communication, Struggles to Ineffective

Communication
communication; occasional hesitations, communicate, frequent communication;
skills
effective expression sustains conversations pauses struggles to convey

Consistently completes Generally completes Difficulty completing

Struggles with accuracy,
Task completion tasks with accuracy and tasks accurately with tasks; incomplete or
frequent errors
detail occasional errors inaccurate responses
Assignment brief
Course Foreign Language Abstract of the unit

Language and This unit focuses on enhancing students' grasp of

Unit
communication studies language diversity and communication effectiveness in
Multilingual different contexts, highlighting the importance of
Project title multilingualism in global communication
communication portfolio

Tutor Dr. Tutor Assignment brief

Start date MM/DD/YYYY This assignment investigates linguistic patterns and their
effects on society, aiming to enhance students' skills in
research and critical analysis regarding the significance of
Deadline MM/DD/YYYY
understanding language
Case study
This case study explores communication challenges in a culturally diverse multinational corporation.
The goal is to identify and address barriers, fostering cross-cultural understanding and improving
collaboration within the workforce

Instructions
● Cultural assessment : Conduct interviews and surveys to understand cultural influences on
communication. Identify key factors affecting communication styles and decision-making
● Training programs: Implement cross-cultural communication training for all levels. Focus on
sensitivity, effective strategies, and creating a collaborative environment
● Tech integration: Implement communication tools for cross-cultural collaboration. Evaluate
effectiveness in bridging gaps and enhancing information flow
● Feedback mechanism: Establish a feedback system to gather insights from employees. Regularly
assess feedback, identify trends, and make informed adjustments
Conclusions
Languages are enriching
Languages have the power to
bridge gaps, foster
connections, and open doors
to new worlds
Cultural understanding
Language is intricately tied to
culture. By learning a new
language, you gain insights
into the customs, traditions,
and values of the people who
speak it
Access to literature and art
Languages provide access to a
vast array of literature, poetry,
and artistic expressions
beyond your own country
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