Classical Greek 1 for absolute beginners: module 1

-demonstrate some knowledge of the structure of Greek
-demonstrate some knowledge of the conjugation of verbs
-demonstrate some knowledge of the declension of nouns and adjectives.
-have some insight into the derivation of English words.
-have some insight into the world of ancient Greece.

Reading Greek by the Joint Association of Classical Teachers, 2nd edition, CUP, 2 vols (Grammar and Exercises, ISBN 978-0521698528; Text and Vocabulary, ISBN 978-0521698511; Independent Study Guide, ISBN 978-0511800689). Some copies are available in the Learning Centre for use during this course.

The course is based on the traditional approach, but aims also at a high level of student interaction with some pair and group work. Please note that students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do 2-3 hours homework per week.