Latin I

Latin I is an introductory Latin course that provides students with solid foundational facts about the Latin language, the basic universal structure of grammar, vocabulary that informs English root words, translation practice, and exposure to the history and writings of Western Civilization and the Christian church. This 32-week course consists of a weekly pre-recorded lecture, reading from the week’s lesson material, weekly vocabulary and grammar study, daily exercise practice, weekly live recitations, quizzes, and two exams.

Course Objectives:

1. To master these rudimentary grammatical concepts: the first five Latin noun declensions, the five conjugations of the Latin verbs in the indicative active and indicative passive of the present and perfect systems, adjectives, and personal pronouns.
2. To develop dialectic skills for translating Latin to English and English to Latin.
3. To read and speak Latin .
4. To learn about Latin culture and to evaluate it in light of God’s word.
5. To increase English vocabulary, as derived from Latin words.

Texts:

• Henle Latin I Text
• Seton Hall Henle Latin I Key
• Henle Grammar