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MODULE SPECIFICATION TEMPLATE
SECTION 1: MODULE SPECIFICATIONS
1.
Title of the module
CL349 Beginners' Latin for MEMS Students
2.
School which will be responsible for management of the module
SECL (Classical & Archaeological Studies)
3.
Start date of the module
September 2012
4.
The cohort of students (onwards) to which the module will be applicable
September 2012 onwards
5.
The number of students expected to take the module
20
6.
Modules to be withdrawn on the introduction of this proposed module and consultation
with other relevant Schools and Faculties regarding the withdrawal
None
7.
Level of the module (e.g. Certificate [C], Intermediate [I], Honours [H] or Postgraduate
[M])
Level C
8.
The number of credits which the module represents
Note: undergraduate full-time students take modules amounting to 120 credits per year
and postgraduate full-time students take modules amounting to 180 credits per year for a
Masters award
20 credits
9.
Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching pattern)
Autumn and Spring
10. Prerequisite and co-requisite modules
None
11. The programme(s) of study to which the module contributes
MA Medieval & Early Modern Studies
12. The intended subject specific learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their relationship to
programme learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this module will be able to:
a) Show a knowledge of basic Latin accidence and syntax
b) Show a grasp of grammatical terms and inflection systems, and the
underlying principles of the Latin language, which are common in both the
Classical and Medieval periods
c) Show a command of Latin vocabulary (including nouns, pronouns,
adjectives, verbs, adverbs, prepositions and conjunctions)
d) Show a capacity for translating simple sentences (Latin-English and
English-Latin) and be able to read short passages of Latin text which can
be applied to Medieval documents
e) Translate short passages from Classical authors and from Medieval
authors, both prose and verse
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These SSLOs will most importantly develop students’ skills for PLO A4: ‘An
appropriate and diverse range of primary materials and appropriate methods of
interpretation’, but will also contribute to PLOs B3, C1 and C3.
13. The intended generic learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their relationship to
programme learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this module will be able to:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Plan their work and organise their time over a year-long module (PLO D4)
Work together in a group (PLOs D1, D6)
Study independently (PLOs B8, D1, D2)
Demonstrate a clear understanding of grammatical terms (PLO B1)
Demonstrate development in their command of clear, grammatical English
(PLOs B1, D1)
14. A synopsis of the curriculum
The aim of the module is to give students a firm foundation in Classical Latin, both
vocabulary and grammar (accidence and syntax), using a modern course devised
precisely with that objective in mind. This thorough grounding in the Classical
language will enable the student to study Medieval texts.
The schedule will follow the structured approach of Wheelock’s Latin, covering:
verbs: all four conjugations, indicative (both active and passive), present infinitive
and imperative active; nouns, all five declensions, singular and plural, pronouns,
demonstratives, relatives; adjectives, prepositions, the uses of the cases, simple
sentence construction.
15. Indicative Reading List
Wheelock, F.M. (rev. R.A.Lafleur), Wheelock's Latin, 7th ed, Harper Collins, 2011
16. Learning and Teaching Methods, including the nature and number of contact hours and
the total study hours which will be expected of students, and how these relate to
achievement of the intended learning outcomes
Learning and Teaching Method
Individual practice and
(approx. 7 hours per week)
SSLOs
assessment
GLOs
work
(a)-(d)
(a), (c)
Seminars (2 hours per week for 22 weeks):
reading-discussion classes concerned with both
practice and review exercises and short
passages from classical Latin authors, plus
opportunity to obtain feedback on self-taught
exercises
(a)-(e)
(b), (d), (e)
Total contact hours = 44; Total study hours = 200
Teaching is based directly on the approach of the text book. New grammar and
vocabulary will be explained and ground already covered reinforced by
explanation and example and practice in class, while exercises are available for
private practice between meetings during the week. Students will be encouraged
to review work covered each week in their own study time and discuss with the
teacher any difficulties that may arise.
17. Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of the intended
learning outcomes
Assessment is 40% coursework and 60% examination.
Assessment Method
SSLOs
Fortnightlyexercises, consisting of the exercises
from the relevant chapter of Wheelock’s Latin, in-
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(a)-(d)
GLOs
(a), (c), (d)
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class tests (40%)
Three-hour written examination, assessing
command of basic Latin accidence and syntax,
knowledge of grammatical terms, vocabulary,
ability to translate short sentences, both LatinEnglish and English-Latin
(a)-(d)
(d), (e)
18. Implications for learning resources, including staff, library, IT and space
None. Course text will be purchased by the student.
19. The School recognises and has embedded the expectations of current disability equality
legislation, and supports students with a declared disability or special educational need
in its teaching. Within this module we will make reasonable adjustments wherever
necessary, including additional or substitute materials, teaching modes or assessment
methods for students who have declared and discussed their learning support needs.
Arrangements for students with declared disabilities will be made on an individual basis,
in consultation with the University’s disability/dyslexia support service, and specialist
support will be provided where needed.
20. Campus(es) where module will be delivered 1
Canterbury
If the module is part of a programme in a Partner College or Validated Institution,
please complete the following:
21. Partner College/Validated Institution
22. University School (for cognate programmes) or Faculty (for non-cognate programmes)
responsible for the programme
SECTION 2: MODULE IS PART OF A PROGRAMME OF STUDY IN A UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL
Statement by the School Director of Learning and Teaching/School Director of
Graduate Studies (as appropriate): "I confirm I have been consulted on the above module
proposal and have given advice on the correct procedures and required content of module
proposals"
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Director of Learning and Teaching/Director of Graduate
Studies (delete as applicable)
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Statement by the Head of School: "I confirm that the School has approved the introduction
of the module and, where the module is proposed by School staff, will be responsible for its
resourcing"
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Required for information purposes only. Changes of campus will not require re-approval of the
module specification.
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Head of School
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