Otacilia Severa, wife of Emperor Philip I, Image courtesy of Edgar L. Owen,
games for Rome's 1000th birthday. Image courtesy of Edgar L. Owen,
LAT 102: Beginning Latin II
Syllabus, Spring 2020
LAT 102: Beginning Latin II
Syllabus, Spring 2020
Dr. Victor A. Leuci
Balme, Maurice & James Morwood. Oxford Latin Course. College Edition. Readings and Vocabulary. New York: Oxford University Press. 2012. Print
Balme, Maurice & James Morwood. Oxford Latin Course. College Edition. Grammar, Exercises, Context. New York: Oxford University Press. 2012. Print
Note: This edition of the Oxford Latin Course is significantly different from the previous editions, so using earlier editions is not feasible.
Oxford University Press has a companion website that includes flashcards, extra grammar exercises, and links for other websites. Click here
The course is an introduction to Latin grammar and syntax. Our goals are to develop the skill necessary to read, understand, and appreciate Latin literature, to establish a basic understanding of Roman culture in such a way as to understand some of the ways in which the ancient world was similar to and different from our own contemporary world, to encourage a better understanding of English through the study of Latin.
Latin 102 satisfies the second course option of study within the Cultural Diversity and
Global Interdependence Context of Tier II. As stated in the course objectives, Latin 102
provides students with opportunities to learn fundamental skills necessary to understand
more directly the ways in which members of another culture communicate with one another.
Mastering the linguistic patterns of the language and gaining a familiarity with other
culturally determined forms of communication, e.g. gestures, patterns of social interaction,
offer opportunities for reflection on varying cultural, social, and historical traditions.
Learning a foreign language encourages awareness of and respect for other cultures;
through language study students should gain insights into some of the ways that their own
culture is similar to and different from that of those who spoke and wrote in another language.
It is hoped that students will acquire a deeper understanding of cultural differences and
greater respect for other peoples and cultures because of their foreign language study.
(Prerequisite: LAT 101 or equivalent)
The course will consist of both lectures and discussion.
Exams: There will be on average one exam every two to four chapters. The final exam will be worth one exam. Each exam will be worth 100 points. You may drop one exam.
Quizzes:
Class participation+homework: worth 100 points total. As noted above, very short quizzes may count either as homework or as part of a larger quiz. Homework is always due at the beginning of class and homework for excused absences should be turned in as soon as possible.
Plus/Minus: The grading scale is:
Workload: Since this is a 4 hour class, expect to spend 12 hours a week, on average, preparing for class, attending class, reviewing vocabulary & forms, studying for quizzes, and studying for exams. The exact amount per week will vary depending on what we are doing that week.
All students and faculty must adhere to the Athenian Oath and Values; please see the Student Life Handbook for the full description — here is part of it: "All Westminster students are responsible for knowing about the Oath, Values, and, by extension, what constitutes an academic or conduct violation. Students are also required to abide by these rules." But the sections on plagiarism and cheating are especially important (Section VII).
check pdf in Canvas or the Student Life Handbook for the following: ADA/Equal Access Policy, Policy on Harassment and Discrimination, College Duty, Emergency Procedures.
There will be a pdf in Canvas that will set out my technology usage policy. Once you have your iPads, you will need to download it, sign it, and upload it to Canvas.
Regular attendance and participation are essential for the success of the class. More than 3 unexcused absences will be considered excessive, and no make-up work will be accepted for unexcused absences (thus, obviously, make-up work will be accepted for excused absences). Note that each unexcused absence past 3 will result in a 4 point deduction from your overall grade.
The assignments are not "set-in-stone," and may vary depending on how each class period goes. The syllabus will be updated as needed. Click on the link at the top of the page to go to the assignment due dates.