Description:

This course will complete the presentation of basic Latin vocabulary and grammar. Fundamental grammar concepts, extensive word study for English vocabulary growth and the lasting contributions of Roman society to Western civilization will be emphasized. 3 hrs./wk. This course is taught in the spring semester.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Comprehend and express the basic vocabulary and structures of Latin (completing the work begun in Elementary Latin I).
2. Read and recite simple Latin and respond to oral Latin commands.
3. Appreciate and discover the rich deposit contained in Latin root words.
4. Use the language with precision and logic in thinking, speaking, and writing.
5. Demonstrate a broader perspective and a clearer understanding of some fundamental principles of Western Civilization in the fields of law, art, ethics, history, and philosophy.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. The student will demonstrate mastery of elementary Latin vocabulary
and grammar. 
   A. Apply the proper form of adjectives and adverbs--both regular and
irregular--in written and oral exercises.
   B. Apply the proper form of pronouns--reflexive, relative,
demonstrative, intensive (singular and plural)--in written and oral
exercises.
   C. Apply the proper form of ablative nouns--with deponent verbs and as
ablative absolute--in written and oral exercises.
   D. Explain the fundamentals of verbs in Latin--perfect, imperfect,
pluperfect, future perfect and future tenses, deponent verbs, perfect
passive participle, active and passive voices, infinitives, subjunctive
mood, imperfect subjunctive, perfect subjunctive, and regular vs.
irregular conjugations.
   E. Apply the proper form of verbs--perfect, imperfect, pluperfect,
future perfect and future tenses, deponent verbs, perfect passive
participle, active and passive voices, infinitives, subjunctive mood,
imperfect subjunctive, perfect subjunctive, and regular vs. irregular
conjugations--in written and oral exercises.
   F. Define English equivalents for intermediate Latin vocabulary.

II. Through oral participation, reading, recitation and response to oral
commands, the student will demonstrate comprehension and mastery of
correct Latin pronunciation. 
   A. Listen to oral commands and respond correctly.
   B. Imitate correct pronunciation after listening to taped reading
selections.
   C. Recite memorized songs, passages, and verses using correct
pronunciation.
   D. Read orally from selected passages using correct pronunciation and
phrasing.
   E. Accurately translate passages heard from tapes without benefit of
visual text.
   F. Make correct oral responses (in English and/or Latin) to questions
(in English and/or Latin) about passages and texts.

III. The student will expand the ability to analyze words based upon their
roots in Latin. 
   A. Expand English vocabulary by constructing lists of words generated
by single Latin roots.
   B. Link words in English and other Romance languages by their common
roots.
   C. Develop a linguistic imagination that looks for roots that unlock
meaning to new and common words.

IV.  Through oral presentations, research papers, short essay questions
and class discussion, the student will demonstrate use of oral and written
language that is precise, logical, and eloquent.
   A. Investigate topics related to ancient Rome and her contributions and
make oral presentations to the class.
   B. Compose quality summaries of investigations using standard college
English.
   C. Write brief essays explaining aspects of culture, grammar, and
history learned in class or through investigations.
   D. Participate in class discussions that focus on outside cultural
readings.
   E. Translate Latin passages using standard college English.

V. Through lectures, outside readings, and investigations, the student
will explore a philosophical perspective and exhibit an understanding of
some fundamental principles of Western Civilization in the field of law,
art, ethics, history, and philosophy.
   A. Reflect upon selected readings from classical authors (in English
and Latin).
   B. Investigate delineated topics and apply them to present day
problems.
   C. Trace philosophical schools of thought from the ancient to the
modern.
   D. Participate in class discussions that focus on outside cultural
readings.
   E. Translate Latin maxims relating to cultural concepts and
principles.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

4 - 5 major exams       60% of grade
Frequent daily quizzes  15% of grade
In-class performance    25% of grade
                       100%
 
Grading Criteria:

  90 - 100% = A
  80 -  89% = B
  70 -  79% = C
  60 -  69% = D
   0 -  59% = F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.