Spanish Media Critique & Analysis

          Module 1: Introduction to Spanish Media

Section 1: Exploring Spanish Cultural Context  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Spanish History and Culture  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: An overview of Spain’s history and how its culture influences media today.  
- Lesson 2: Key Influences in Spanish Media  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying historical and cultural factors that have shaped Spanish media.

Section 2: Basics of the Spanish Language in Media  
- Lesson 1: Common Spanish Vocabulary in Media  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning essential Spanish words frequently used in film, TV, and digital content.  
- Lesson 2: Fundamentals of Spanish Pronunciation  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practicing clear pronunciation to improve understanding of spoken media.

Section 3: Introduction to Spanish Film and Television  
- Lesson 1: Overview of Spanish Films  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Exploring popular film genres and their cultural significance in Spain.  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Television and Digital Content  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding the evolution of Spanish television and emerging digital platforms.

Section 4: Media Formats and Structures  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Film Structure  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Breaking down the basic plot, setting, character, and conflict early in film analysis.  
- Lesson 2: Overview of TV Show Formats  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning the common formats and structures used in Spanish television shows.

Section 5: Foundational Media Vocabulary  
- Lesson 1: Basic Media Terminology  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introducing key terms used to discuss and critique media.  
- Lesson 2: Key Spanish Media Terms  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Focusing on essential Spanish words and expressions specific to media analysis.

Module 2: Film Analysis Foundations

Section 1: Understanding Narrative in Film  
- Lesson 1: Basic Plot Structures in Spanish Film  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning how stories are structured in Spanish films and why it matters.  
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Story Arcs  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying the progression of events and character development in storytelling.

Section 2: Character and Role Analysis  
- Lesson 1: Analyzing Main Characters  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning how to assess the central characters and their contributions to the narrative.  
- Lesson 2: Supporting Characters and Their Impact  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding the roles of minor characters and their influence on the overall story.

Section 3: Cinematic Techniques and Language  
- Lesson 1: Basic Camera Angles and Their Effects  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Recognizing simple techniques like close-ups and wide shots to enhance storytelling.  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Lighting and Sound  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Exploring how light and sound are used to create mood in films.

Section 4: Editing and Pacing in Films  
- Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Editing Techniques  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding editing basics that contribute to narrative flow.  
- Lesson 2: Understanding Pacing and Timing  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning how pacing affects viewer engagement and storytelling clarity.

Section 5: Basic Film Critique Tools  
- Lesson 1: Key Questions for Film Critique  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Developing simple questions to guide critical analysis of films.  
- Lesson 2: Formulating Simple Critiques  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practicing the process of writing short, structured film critiques.

Module 3: Television and Digital Media

Section 1: Overview of Television Media  
- Lesson 1: History and Evolution of Spanish TV  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Examining the development of television in Spain and its cultural impact.  
- Lesson 2: Popular TV Genres in Spain  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying common genres and their roles in shaping public opinion.

Section 2: Exploring the Digital Media Landscape  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Spanish Digital Media  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Reviewing the rise of digital content and its relationship with traditional media.  
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Trends in Digital Content  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learning how to spot emerging digital trends in Spanish media.

Section 3: Analyzing Media Narratives on Screen  
- Lesson 1: Comparing Television Show Formats  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Evaluating different television formats and their narrative techniques.  
- Lesson 2: Analyzing Storytelling in Digital Media  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding narrative elements unique to digital platforms.

Section 4: Visual and Audio Elements in TV and Digital Media  
- Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Visual Literacy in TV  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning to interpret visual cues and their role in messaging.  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Audio Cues and Music  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Exploring how soundtracks and audio effects enhance media messages.

Section 5: Practical Analysis Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Applying Analysis Techniques on TV Clips  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Practicing analytical methods using short television clips.  
- Lesson 2: Group Discussions on Digital Media Examples  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Engaging in group conversations to critically analyze digital media content.

Module 4: Critical Essay Writing and Media Critique

Section 1: Basics of Critical Writing  
- Lesson 1: Structure of a Critical Essay  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning the framework for constructing a clear and concise essay.  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Thesis Development  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Practicing how to formulate a strong central argument for media critique.

Section 2: Vocabulary Building for Critique  
- Lesson 1: Essential Adjectives and Adverbs  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Expanding descriptive language useful in media analysis.  
- Lesson 2: Descriptive Language in Media Critique  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learning specific vocabulary for describing visual and narrative elements.

Section 3: Deconstructing Media Content  
- Lesson 1: Identifying Themes in Spanish Media  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Breaking down films and TV shows to discover central themes.  
- Lesson 2: Analyzing Narrative Techniques  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Examining the methods filmmakers use to tell a story.

Section 4: Developing Persuasive Arguments  
- Lesson 1: Structuring Logical Arguments  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning to build arguments that are clear and supported by evidence.  
- Lesson 2: Using Evidence Effectively  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practicing how to cite media examples as supporting details in an essay.

Section 5: Peer Review and Revision Strategies  
- Lesson 1: Conducting Informal Peer Reviews  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learning how to give and receive constructive feedback on critiques.  
- Lesson 2: Techniques for Revising Critical Essays  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Applying strategies for improving clarity and argument strength in written work.

Module 5: Practical Applications in Spanish Media Analysis

Section 1: Film Analysis in Practice  
- Lesson 1: Review and Discussion of a Spanish Film  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Viewing a selected film and discussing its key elements using learned techniques.  
- Lesson 2: Writing a Film Critique  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Applying analysis tools to produce a simple written review of the film.

Section 2: Television Critique Workshop  
- Lesson 1: Guided TV Analysis Session  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Watching a television episode together and identifying narrative and technical elements.  
- Lesson 2: Creating a Television Critique Outline  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Structuring analysis notes into an outline for a critical essay.

Section 3: Analyzing Digital Media Case Studies  
- Lesson 1: Analyzing a Viral Digital Content Example  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Examining a popular digital media case to identify strategy and audience engagement.  
- Lesson 2: Group Discussion on Social Media Trends  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Collaboratively discussing how digital trends reflect cultural shifts in Spain.

Section 4: Collaborative Media Projects  
- Lesson 1: Collaborative Analysis of a Spanish Media Piece  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Working in groups to apply critique tools on a selected media sample.  
- Lesson 2: Group Presentation Techniques  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning strategies for presenting group analysis findings clearly.

Section 5: Final Reflection and Future Directions  
- Lesson 1: Summarizing Key Learnings  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reviewing core concepts from the course and discussing takeaways.  
- Lesson 2: Preparing for Future Media Analysis  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Outlining steps for continued improvement in Spanish media critique and analysis.