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LAT10090

Academic Year 2024/2025

Beginners' Latin I (LAT10090)

Subject:
Latin
College:
Arts & Humanities
School:
Classics
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
10
Module Coordinator:
Dr George Prekas
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module is an introduction to the Latin language aimed at beginners who want to learn Latin and develop their knowledge of Roman culture. We will explore aspects of Roman myth and history by reading adapted Latin texts. You will learn elementary Latin grammar and syntax, and develop your understanding of principles of grammar and the Latin roots of the English language. The textbook is:

Latin via Ovid: A First Course. Second Edition. Norma Goldman and Jacob E. Nyenhuis. 1982

The textbook is supplemented by interactive learning games and activities.

There are some places available for elective students, international students and postgraduates. The module is not open to students with Leaving Cert Latin or equivalent: if you have previously studied Latin, contact the module coordinator for advice.

The Module Coordinator for Autumn Trimester 2024/25 is Dr George Prekas.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to:
- manage an essential Latin vocabulary;
- understand and identify fundamental aspects of Latin grammar and syntax;
- recall and explain a range of grammatical terms;
- translate passages of adapted Latin text.

Indicative Module Content:

Over the course of the trimester we will work through chapters 1-17 of our textbook, Latin via Ovid.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Small Group

44
Specified Learning Activities

90
Autonomous Student Learning

66
Total

200

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
The module is taught via small interactive classes which focus on introducing students to grammar and translation skills. Students have the opportunity to work in groups or individually during in-class activities.

The continous assessment activities allow students to play online learning games to develop their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, and practice translating Latin sentences.

During the academic year 2024/25 all Beginners Latin modules will be taught face-to-face on campus .

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Exclusions:

This module is intended for complete beginners, and should not be taken by students who have studied Latin for more than one semester or equivalent. Students who are not complete beginners should contact the module coordinator before registering.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
GRC10080 - Ancient Langs in Context, GRC40200 - Beginners' Latin for Grads 1, LAT10110 - Beginners' Latin 1


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): 1hr in-class test: translation of seen text into English; questions on Latin grammar and syntax. Week 7 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No
30
 No
Exam (In-person): 1hr in-class test: translation of seen Latin text into English; questions on Latin grammar and syntax. Week 12 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No
40
 No
Quizzes/Short Exercises: Online continuous assessment: quizzes/exercises on grammar, syntax, translation. Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No
30
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Students will receive individual written feedback on in-class tests within 20 working days of submission. Students are welcome to arrange a meeting with the module coordinator to discuss their grade and feedback.

Latin via Ovid: A First Course. Second Edition. Norma Goldman and Jacob E. Nyenhuis. 1982

Name Role
Dr Helen Dixon Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Geraldine FitzGerald Tutor

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Fri 14:00 - 14:50
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Mon 14:00 - 14:50
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Thurs 13:00 - 13:50
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Tues 09:00 - 09:50
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