Description
Latin 1 (Middle and High School)
By the end of this course students will demonstrate Latin comprehension for the purpose of reading. Students will develop a strong foundation in Latin grammar while systematically solidifying their understanding of English grammar by defining frequently used vocabulary, practicing pronunciation by reading aloud, distinguishing between inflected forms of nouns and verbs and explaining grammatical features and sentence patterns. Students will also be able to describe how the Romans lived and how they viewed the world around them in the first century A.D.
Online Component:
Students will have subscribed access to Cambridge Elevate web resources which include engaging online study aids for desktop and tablet (iOS and Android) platforms. The online resources enable the student to hear Latin spoken and pronounced correctly, and to get immediate feedback as they read, study vocabulary and learn grammar. Assignments, tests and quizzes will be submitted online, through Canvas.
***Cost includes an online subscription to Cambridge Elevate with online textbook included!
Prerequisites: None
Required Materials: (online version included with course)
- Fall:
- Unit 1: Cambridge Latin Course Unit 1 (North American 5th Edition)
- Spring:
- Unit 2: Cambridge Latin Course Unit 2 (North American 5th Edition)
- ● Canvas account (free)
● Computer or tablet with Internet access:
Weekly assignments will involve the following:
1: reading stories in Latin
2: using an interactive website to enhance learning
3: memorizing vocabulary
4: studying Roman civilization through text and video
* (optional) Parents may administer the National Latin Exam in the spring semester. Information will be given during the school year on how to register and study for the exam.
Instructor: Jeremiah King (jeremiah@fundafunda.com)
For: Grades 7 – 12
Hours: +- 4 hours each week
Credit Hours: 1 High School Credit on completion of both semesters
*private tutoring available
Fall Dates: August 19 – Dec 13 (with a week’s break over Thanksgiving)
Spring Dates: January 10 – May 2 (any week in March can be taken for Spring break)
Self-paced: This course may be started at any point in the year as a self-paced course.
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Camille –
After studying Latin for 2 years using the Henle curriculum through Classical Conversations, this class has been a breath of fresh air for my 9th-grade daughter! The Cambridge text used is so much easier and more interesting than the rote memorization of Henle. Mr. King provides excellent feedback on assignments. He is encouraging and helpful when assistance is needed. There is a curve to learning the Canvas platform, but once we figure it out, it was smooth sailing. Great value for the money and a great Latin class!