Class Studies on the Peninsular Northwest

This UC propose: Critical understanding of the historical and geographical diversity of human societies. Be aware of the identity and specific characteristics of different communities to which it belongs and the importance of these heritages. Understand the Northwest peninsula within the context of the Portuguese-speaking countries. Student's training in a new Portuguese reality, European and international level, in the context of the nation State coexists with the nation region.

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1. Beginnings of the Northwest peninsula 1.1. The formation of a territory ¿ Gallaecia 2. Cultural and social Identification 2.1. The Galician-Portuguese language history 2.2. The linguistic separation 2.3. The contemporary rapprochement and the controversy around insularity or language as reintegrationism 3. The Galician regionalism 3.1. Historical evolution 3.2. The reintegrationist movement and their approach to Portugal 3.3. The vision on the Galicians 3.4. European integration as a factor of rapprochement or clearance between Portugal and Galicia? 4. Cross-border cooperation in the Euroregion Galicia-North of Portugal 4.1. Potential and relationship difficulties 4.2. The role of organizations in cross-border cooperation: 4.2.1. The community of Galicia-North of Portugal 4.2.2. The Association of cities of Galicia and North of Portugal 4.2.3. The Peninsular Northwest Atlantic Axis 5. Economic relations between Portugal and Galicia 6. Is it possible create the Northwest peninsular region?

The method is theoretical-practical, using active methodologies (problem-based learning). It is based on the presentation and exposition of the syllabus, using, when relevant, the reading and analysis of texts, in order to promote student participation in the critical discussion of the issues presented. The assessment is continuous, in accordance with the Lusófona University Assessment Regulations. The AC consists of a test, a work (written and oral) and participation in classes. The test is worth 50%, and will be taken at the end of the semester. The work has a total value of 40%. The student's performance in classes has a value of 10%. The final classification must be equal to or greater than 10 points.

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