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7th grade Latin
Textbooks required: Ecce Romani
Ecce Romani workbook
NB This textbook will also be used in 8th and 9th grade
Latin is a course of language, culture, history, and critical thinking. Students learn to read Latin and to appreciate classical authors, as well as learning about the Greco-Roman influence on Western civilization, and its continued relevance in the modern world.
In 7th grade, the students begin their formal study of the mechanics of the Latin language. Although primarily textual, the course is taught using the four-skills language approach: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The grammar taught in Latin strengthens the students’ English grammar skills, and the students increase their English vocabulary by learning derivatives that come from Latin roots. Also, learning the vocabulary and grammar of Latin strengthens students’ general language learning techniques, along with their reasoning and analytical skills.
Along with language learning, this course also concentrates on the process of second language acquisition. Students explore their individual learning styles and develop strategies to assist them in learning Latin. These strategies also help the students in other courses.
Each student is expected to come prepared for class, with all of his/her materials, and to engage in a positive manner during class. The student’s grade will reflect test and quiz scores, homework assignments, participation, projects, and classroom assessment.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call or email me.
Franny Antoniadis
875-8212 ext. 111
“He studied Latin like the violin, because he liked it.”
- Robert Frost’s “Death of the Hired Man”
Did you know? Over one billion people speak languages that come from Latin!
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