AP Spanish Language Unit 2 The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity

Unit 2: The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity BIG QUESTIONS: - How do language and culture influence identity? How can identity change over time? COMMON THEMES - Identity can be known as the beliefs, views, and expressions that make an individual or a social group. It can be shown through self-image, self-esteem, and individuality. - We form these conceptions as groups, not individuals. They can be a reflection of our past generations and future aspirations. It takes into account cultural norms and beliefs. This would be a good place to review expressions of gender identity in Spanish speaking communities in comparison to your own. Other facets include religion, education, occupation, racial, and ethnic. - ex. the LGBTQ community has been outcasted from their groups because of their identity - It has been observed that language and culture are connected. Language is a direct expression of one’s culture. It is a way to express beliefs, thinking, and views. Not only does language affect one’s identity, but it also impacts how others perceive our identity. - Our dialects, languages, and accents can be distinctive to certain communities, which plays a big role in how many people identify. - This is a good place to look at limits and cultural norms/beliefs in many countries that may discourage some communities from fully expressing their identity. Common Vocabulary desempañar un papel to play a role pertenecer to belong recoger to collect la estructura structure el lazo bond la urbanización urbanization independizarse to become independent cotidiano daily aislado isolated lealtad loyalty Within Unit 2, there are many examples and descriptions you should be aware of. We have listed some of our personal favorite examples and vocabulary below. Please take the time to research other examples, as this may be beneficial during the cultural comparison portion of the exam. Contexto 1: Tecnología, Individuo y Sociedad - es una ocurrencia común para los adolescentes ser adictos a sus teléfonos - las redes sociales juegan un papel importante en la forma en que expresamos nuestra identidad a los demás - nuestro estilo, individualidad y personalidad pueden ser a través de la tecnología - ¿cómo la tecnología y las redes sociales ayudan a las personas a encontrar su identidad? - ver ejemplos de dónde las familias pueden expresar su identidad en la sociedad (por ejemplo, lugares públicos, escuelas, vacaciones, etc.) Contexto 2: La Salud y La Medicina Todo este tema puede estar relacionado con profesiones, sociedad, salud personal y actividades saludables. Common Vocabulary desventaja disadvantage adverso adverse dolencia ailment enfermedad illness tratamiento treatment riesgo risk terapia therapy eficiencia efficiency ventaja advantage depresión depression Below are some concepts you should become familiar with: - algunas recomendaciones en relación con el uso de Internet para consultar temas de salud - puedes incorporar experiencias personales o familiares (pueden ser inventadas) - los beneficios y el potencial de la tecnología para mejorar el cuidado de la salud los límites de la tecnología en el cuidado de la salud cuando una persona necesita visitar un experto