Latinand the year 8

Curriculum

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LAMPADA VITAE TRADIMUS

It’s part of the “lamp/light”of an SHS education; an aspect of a traditionalGrammar school which we are proud to continue

Why

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To dispel the notion that LATIN is dead To develop an understanding of the English

language and its roots To support foreign language learning To gain an understanding of the Roman legacy To support literature and literacy To highlight the relevance of Latin today and

to have fun To encourage an interest in the Ancient and

Classical worlds

Course Aims

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a.m. p.m. etc. i.e. memoranda agenda A.D. E.g. P.s.

Contrary to popular belief…

We still use Latin- everyday

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LATIN is the original ESPERANTO – the original international language of Europe

- Studying Latin supports learning:

FRENCH and SPANISH as they are ROMANCE languages

GERMAN because of similar features in GRAMMAR and syntax

ENGLISH because 60% of English words are derived from Latin – even more when considering science specific vocabulary

Linguistic Merits

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The Roman LegacyWhat have the Romans ever

done for us?

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By studying Latin, students have the chance to learn about some aspects of Roman history, to find out if they really were Rotten:

Daily life and food

Religious beliefs

Entertainment

Slavery

Historical Aspects

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The Roman Legacy

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Even our local cultural heritage has been influenced by Latin

Lincolnshire – short for Lindum Colonia Lindum the Romans formed from “llyn”

The word “sausage” comes from “salsus” meaning “salted”

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Latin ProductivityThe Power of Language

Literature and Film still centre around myths and legends from the Ancient worlds

Harry Potter’s spells are largely based on Latin and celebrate the fun and power of language

“expecto patronum” “nox”

Literature & Literacy

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The well-known author of the Roman Mysteries, Caroline Lawrence will visit again next March to share great story writing tips and techniques and the inspiration she drew upon from her Classics studies

Literature & Literacy

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An Opportunity to Visit Rome & Caecilius’ House in Pompeii

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There are 2 classes who continue with Latin in year 9

There is the opportunity to study Latin to GCSE and A-Level

There is also A-Level Classical Civilisation which explores the culture of Greece and Rome through it’s literature (not in Latin)

Both Latin and Classical Civilisation are considered well-respected courses by colleges and universities because of the skills they develop

Beyond Year 8

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P.S. (post scriptum) It’s Great at Helping with Quizzes and Puzzles

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