Latin 1

This course introduces students to the basics of Latin grammar and vocabulary, Roman culture, mythology, and history. Using the Cambridge Latin textbook series, students will read a variety of Latin stories related to a Roman family living in Pompeii during the first century CE. The course will also cover cultural topics like Roman Gladiators and the Roman Baths, as well as the features and characteristics of the twelve Olympian Gods.

To successfully complete this course, students will need access to a laptop or desktop computer with a reliable internet connection and a working webcam and microphone. This course may also require purchase of texts or other course materials.

This Fixed-Paced course incorporates a blend of synchronous and asynchronous elements. Students and teacher meet live via zoom on a regular weekly schedule. In addition, students complete coursework including guided readings, interactive videos, text and video-based discussion threads, problem sets, individual and collaborative projects, and so on. While these activities are time-flexible, teachers sequence them with weekly deadlines to help students keep on track and encourage and support the development of productive time management skills.

During the course orientation period, CLI asks students to complete a survey on their availability for live class meetings. Teachers set individual class meeting times based on student responses.