lat1002 latin 2
LATIN 2
LAT1002
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject is the second stage of an introduction to the reading and grammar of Latin. Our aim is to continue the reading of basic sentences and texts, and continue to learn more advanced grammatical concepts and skills including translation, especially from Latin into English. We will also study the Roman cultural context of the Latin language, including some core value terms used in Roman daily life. The aim is for students to acquire the basic elements of the grammar of Latin, its syntax and its vocabulary.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAT1001 or LAT1BE1 or LAT2BE1 or LAT3BE1
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LAT1BE2, LAT2BE2, LAT3BE2
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Reading Latin: Grammar, ocabulary and Exercises | Prescribed | Jones and Sidwell | CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS |
| Readings | Reading Latin: Text | Prescribed | Jones and Sidwell | CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Ethical and cultural awareness
- Activities:
- Extensive classroom discussion of the Roman value system with particular reference to Roman imperialism and the institution of slavery.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Life-long learning: Develop an interest in the language and culture of the Romans and their influence on today's world, particularly with reference to the way that the Latin language feeds into English and other modern European languages.
- Activities:
- In-class discussion and the 2-hour examination will focus partly on the legacy of Roman in the contemporary world.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
03. Teamwork, combined with writing and/or speaking.
- Activities:
- Sub-group classroom discussion; students will be encouraged to work together in class in pairs/groups to solve a range of problems and to communicate with other groups.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
04. To begin to develop self-confidence and a belief in their opinion with an ability to self evaluate.
- Activities:
- Students will be tested on a range of critical thinking tasks.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Writing(Writing)
05. To demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge to different contexts by appropriately using grammar, vocabulary and cultural knowledge as required to respond to new situations in the language.
- Activities:
- A series of problems are set to be resolved.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
06. To find, critically evaluate and manage information retrieved from dictionaries and grammar summaries and to begin to apply understanding and synthesis.
- Activities:
- Written work and language exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
07. To speak in Latin about the Ancient Roman world in the present tense.
- Activities:
- Sub-group discussion in class where students ask questions and respond to each other.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Speaking(Speaking)
08. To write short sentences and phrases in Latin relevant to Ancient Rome.
- Activities:
- Written work and language exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Writing(Writing)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
"These are Language seminars"
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
"These are Language seminars"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2-hour exam (2000-word equivalent) | 50 | 02, 04, 05, 06, 08 | |
| Weekly language exercises (2,000-word equivalent) | 50 | 01, 03, 06, 07, 08 |