Ancient Greek 4: module 2

What is the course about?

The course aims at furthering students’ knowledge of grammatical structures and vocabulary so that they can The course aims at furthering students’ knowledge of grammatical structures and vocabulary so that they can continue reading adapted and simpler unadapted prose in Ancient Greek.

This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone can be used if you don't have a computer but please note the experience may be less optimal.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.

What will we cover?

We shall be using the textbook Reading Greek (JACT/CUP 2007). Reading of adapted passages included in the We shall continue to use the textbook Reading Greek, a textbook designed for adult students based on original Greek sources. Reading will be combined with grammar instruction and grammatical exercises. We will continue from the middle of Section 12A-D.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

understand and use:
- mi verbs
- Infinitives in Indirect/Reported Speech
- I place/put
- I show/reveal
- ‘Would/should conditionals’: ‘future remote’ and ‘present contrary to fact’
- Wishes: ‘Would that/O that …’
- ‘see to it that ...’
- Optative forms
- Participial constructions in reported speech
- The future passive.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You should have attended Ancient Greek 4: module 1, or have an equivalent knowledge (approximately 4.5 years of study). As the course is taught in English, please read the outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support with your English skills to help you take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course consists of translation, grammar instructions and grammar exercises, and composition, with a high level of student interaction (individual, pair and group work). Students are expected to do the homework regularly and participate in oral classroom activities. Homework will require approx. 1-2 hours per week.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please come provided with writing material, and a copy of the following textbooks:
Reading Greek: Grammar and Exercises (ISBN 978-0521698528);
Reading Greek: Text & Vocabulary’ (ISBN 978-0521698511);
Reading Greek: An Independent Study Guide (ISBN: 9780521698504).
An e-book version can also be bought.
If you are new to this class, we recommend you purchase the books after the first session of the course, when you are happy that the class is suitable for you.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Ancient Greek 4: module 3.