Preliminary Greek II F18 (GREK*1110)
Code and section: GREK*1110*01
Term: Fall 2018
Instructor: A. Sherwood
Details
Course objectives:
To continue to introduce students to the language of Classical Greece, in particular to the basic principles of grammar and syntax in an inflected language. Provide a basic vocabulary for the reading of introductory Greek texts. Demonstrate that much of modern English vocabulary is derived from Greek. Introduce students to the culture that provides the foundation for Western civilization.
Learning outcomes:
1. to introduce students to the culture that helped to formulate Western concepts.
2. to initiate understanding of the importance of grammar and vocabulary for any language, but specifically ancient Greek in this course.
3. to help students to build confidence in their abilities to undertake difficult material through proper organization and focus.
Requirements:
GREK*1100 or 4U Greek
Restrictions:
None
Textbooks:
TBA
Method of presentation:
Three (3) classroom hours
Evaluation method:
TBA