Elementary Latin (101-1-2)

Instructors

Francesca Tataranni
847/491-8029
Kresge Hall 4363

Meeting Info

University Library 3370: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 10:00AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

Elementary Latin is a year-long course designed to provide students with the basic skills for reading, understanding, and translating both Latin prose and poetry. In the first quarter of the sequence students acquire knowledge of the essential grammar of the Latin language and basic Latin vocabulary, and develop an ability to read, understand, and translate simple passages in both adapted and unadapted Latin.

NEW MATERIALS and IN-CLASS ACTIVITIES! In addition to the exercises and readings included in the textbooks, students will see and read Latin as it appeared on ancient monuments, walls, coins, and everyday objects. By uniting the study of language and culture, this course provides unique insight into the daily life of the people who spoke Latin in the Roman world.

Class Materials (Required)

LaFleur, Richard A. Wheelock's Latin. Harper Collins, 2011 (7th edition ) ISBN: 9780061997228

Groton, Anne H. & James M. May, 38 Latin Stories. Bolchazy-Carducci, 1995. ISBN: 9780865162891