Resumen de The use of political language in the teaching of Spanish as an L2: Critical analysis and didactic strategies

Francisco José Sánchez García

• This article explores the didactic possibilities of political language in the Spanish as a second language classroom, proposing strategies for its pedagogical and reflective integration at the intermediate and advanced levels. Various linguistic and discursive mechanisms are analyzed, such as the use of euphemisms, persuasive argumentation, and cultural components associated with political discourse. It also examines the importance of addressing bias and neutrality in the analysis of political texts, promoting the development of intercultural and critical competences in the student. This approach not only improves language proficiency but also fosters a deeper understanding of the socio-political reality of the Spanish-speaking world. In short, the article proposes a theoretical and practical framework that combines linguistic learning with Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), adapted to the needs and levels of Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) students.