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JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

COURSE CODE: "LAT 102"
COURSE NAME: "Elementary Latin II"
SEMESTER & YEAR: Summer Session I 2018
SYLLABUS

INSTRUCTOR: Thomas Govero
EMAIL: [email protected]
 HOURS: MTWTH 6:00-7:50 PM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS: 45
CREDITS: 3
PREREQUISITES: Prerequisite: LAT 101 or permission of the instructor
OFFICE HOURS:
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides continued study of accidences and syntax, treating all tenses of the verb in the subjunctive, indirect discourse, paraphrastic constructions and deponents. Vocabulary development is continued through intensive reading of selections of Latin prose. Students are also introduced to verse forms and the study of inscriptions. Assignments focus on translation from English to Latin and Latin to English.
SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
This course provides continued study of accidences and syntax, treating all tenses of the verb in the subjunctive, indirect discourse, paraphrastic constructions and deponents. Vocabulary development is continued through intensive reading of selections of Latin prose. Students are also introduced to verse forms and the study of inscriptions. Assignments focus on translation from English to Latin and Latin to English.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:

.  Improve ability to read Latin

.  Increase in sensitivity to Latin syntax and style.

.  Increase in knowledge of Roman values, myth, history and society
TEXTBOOK:
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REQUIRED RESERVED READING:
NONE

RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:
NONE
GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:
AssignmentGuidelinesWeight
Four quizzesQuizzes on readings: syntax, principle parts of verbs, and vocabulary60%
Final examComprehensive exam on Latin texts read during the semester.20%
ParticipationRecitation and commentary on Latin texts as assigned20%

-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
AWork of this quality directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument displaying an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. This type of work demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and has an element of novelty and originality. There is clear evidence of a significant amount of reading beyond that required for the co
BThis is highly competent level of performance and directly addresses the question or problem raised.There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluatetheory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture andreference material. The work does not suffer from any major errors or omissions and provides evidence of reading beyond the required assignments.
CThis is an acceptable level of performance and provides answers that are clear but limited, reflecting the information offered in the lectures and reference readings.
DThis level of performances demonstrates that the student lacks a coherent grasp of the material.Important information is omitted and irrelevant points included.In effect, the student has barely done enough to persuade the instructor that s/he should not fail.
FThis work fails to show any knowledge or understanding of the issues raised in the question. Most of the material in the answer is irrelevant.
-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS AND EXAMINATION POLICY

You cannot make-up a major exam (midterm or final) without the permission of the Dean’s Office. The Dean’s Office will grant such permission only when the absence was caused by a serious impediment, such as a documented illness, hospitalization or death in the immediate family (in which you must attend the funeral) or other situations of similar gravity. Absences due to other meaningful conflicts, such as job interviews, family celebrations, travel difficulties, student misunderstandings or personal convenience, will not be excused. Students who will be absent from a major exam must notify the Dean’s Office prior to that exam. Absences from class due to the observance of a religious holiday will normally be excused. Individual students who will have to miss class to observe a religious holiday should notify the instructor by the end of the Add/Drop period to make prior arrangements for making up any work that will be missed. The final exam period runs until ____________
ACADEMIC HONESTY
As stated in the university catalog, any student who commits an act of academic dishonesty will receive a failing grade on the work in which the dishonesty occurred. In addition, acts of academic dishonesty, irrespective of the weight of the assignment, may result in the student receiving a failing grade in the course. Instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student who is reported twice for academic dishonesty is subject to summary dismissal from the University. In such a case, the Academic Council will then make a recommendation to the President, who will make the final decision.
STUDENTS WITH LEARNING OR OTHER DISABILITIES
John Cabot University does not discriminate on the basis of disability or handicap. Students with approved accommodations must inform their professors at the beginning of the term. Please see the website for the complete policy.
SCHEDULE
Tuesday, August 30
Introduction to the course:  review of syllabus, content, methods, assessment. 
Basic review of accidence and syntax of Latin 101. 
Myths and Legends of Ancient Rome

Thursday,  September 1
LVO:  Chapter XIX,  Reading:  Midas et Vis Aurea
Myths and Legends of Ancient Rome
Continued review. 
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Tuesday,  September 6
LVO,  Chapter XIX "Midas et Vis Aurea"
Grammar and Reading
Assignment:  English to Latin sentences
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Thursday, September 8
LVO,Chapter XIX:  Exercises.  Quiz 1
LVO,  Chapter XX:  Reading, Midas et Pan
Grammar, Vocabulary.

Thursday, September 15
LVO, Chapter XX:  Grammar and Exercises

Tuesday, September 20
LVO, Chapter  XX,  Exercises

Thursday, September 22
Myths and Legends of Early Rome

Friday, September 23 Make –up day for November 1
Myths and Legends of Ancient Rome ,  Quiz 2
Prepare:  Interim Reading  1:  Daedalus et Icarus

Tuesday, September 27
Review Reading   Daedalus et Icarus

Thursday, September 29
LVO:  Chapter XXI.  Vocabulary and Reading

Tuesday, October 4
LVO:  Chapter  XXI:  Reading and Grammar

Thursday, October 6
LCO:  Chapter XX1:  Exercises.  Quiz 3

Tuesday, October 11
LVO:  Chapter XXI:  Exercises
Myths and Legends of Ancient Rome

Thursday, October 13
LVO:  Chapter XXII:  Reading and Grammar

Tuesday, October 18
LVO:  Chapter XXII:  Grammar and Exercises.

Thursday, October 20
LVO:  Chapter XXII:  Grammar and Exercises
Prepare:  Interim Reading: II:  Phaethon
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Tuesday, October 25
LVO:  Review reading:  Phaethon

Thursday, October 27
LVO:  Review Reading:  Phaethon

Friday, October  28 (Make-up day for November 1)
Myths and Legends of Ancient Rome

Tuesday, November (Holiday)
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Thursday, November 3
LVO:  Chapter XXIII:  Vocabulary, Reading

Tuesday, November 8
LVO:  Chapter XXIII:  Exercises

Thursday, November  10
LVO:  Chapter XXIII:  Exercises
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Tuesday, November 15
LVO:  Chapter XXIV:  Vocabulary and Reading

Quiz 4
Thursday, November 17
LVO:  Chapter XXIV:  Exercises
Tuesday, November 22

LVO:  Chapter XXV:  Vocabulary and Reading
Thursday, November 24 (Holiday, Thanksgiving)

Tuesday, November 29:
LVO:  Chapter XXVI:  Vocabulary and Reading
Thursday, December 1
Final Day of Classes.:  Review