Course+Syllabus+Form+III

=Course Objectives= We will finish our study of basic Latin grammar by finishing the second part of the //Oxford Latin Course// and then completing the third part by year's end. There is a detailed list of skills to be mastered on the previous page. In addition to the grammatical concepts and vocabulary skills to be mastered, we will also work on reading strategies that will enable you to comprehend longer passages of Latin with speed and understanding.

=Texts and Course Materials= Textbooks for this course include the //Oxford Latin Course Part II// and the //Oxford Latin Course Part III//. In addition to your textbooks, keep a binder to organize all your notes, homework, and assessments from this class.

=Homework Assignments= You should expect a 20-25 minute homework assignment following each class meeting. The timely completion of daily assignments is a key component of success in this class. Most assignments will consist of translations and exercises from the book and are aimed at adding to your grammatical knowledge of Latin and honing your skills as a translator. Homework will be due the following day at 8:15 to my box in the High School.

=Assessments= Major quizzes and tests will always be announced as far in advance as possible.

=Grades= Your grade will be determined in the following way: 
 * HOMEWORK................15%
 * QUIZZES and TESTS.....52%
 * FINAL EXAM.................33%