Latin 1 (Class 14): 3rd Declension i-stem Nouns, Ablatives, and Sight Reading!
In this class, we will focus on four things: 3rd declension i-stem nouns, ablative case uses, parsing for translation, and sight reading!
Angela Kennedy, B.A., M.A.
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5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Homework is for YOUR benefit. Study the vocabulary. Make your noun/adjective/verb charts. Practice translations. I provide all the materials you need to work in your dedicated Latin notebook. For every hour of Latin class, you should be studying for - at the very least - two hours (I suggest a little more, but I proudly confess that I am a big old Latin nerd).Assessment
Informal assessments are sent after class.Class Experience
Previous knowledge required: A working knowledge of English parts of speech and how it relates to Latin cases; 1st/2nd/3rd noun/adjective declensions and cases; 1st/2nd /3rd/4th and Esse/Posse verb conjugations in the past, future, and imperfect tenses (active indicative); rudimentary vocabulary including common conjunctions and prepositions; demonstrative pronouns (hic/ille/iste and idem), personal pronouns (ego/nos, etc), reflexive and intensive pronouns/adjectives. If this is your first class with me, I will send a vocabulary list prior to class starting so you can refer to it as we work. If you've had Latin classes with me, bring your handouts/notebook to class!! Today's class will be spent learning 3rd declension i-stem nouns and we will begin learning the different types of ablative cases. We'll start with the ablative of means, the ablative of manner, and the ablative of accompaniment. We will put these new constructions into practice and parse some translations. We will also learn additional vocabulary and go over a sight reading passage about Pandora's Box. This is a very interactive class. We do repetitions, drills, and sight reading. We discuss Roman culture, linguistics, and how Latin still affects many modern languages. Education is a conversation, and your voice is valued. Please feel free to share ideas, comments, and ask questions! No 3rd party accounts are necessary. We do use the free online resource (Latin Wiktionary) as our dictionary and case-checker!
Learning Goals
Students will learn another facet of 3rd declension nouns and begin to learn about different uses of the ablative case. We will also sight read, practice our syntax and new constructions, and learn new vocabulary.
Other Details
Supply List
If this is your first time in my class, I will send a comprehensive vocabulary handout prior to class. Bring it. If you have taken other Latin classes with me, bring the vocabulary handouts and your dedicated notebook to class! You will need to refer to it. Students need a dedicated Latin notebook for making and studying their vocabulary and noun, adjective, and verb charts. This tool is key to learning and remembering word endings and the meanings of the root words. After class, I will send via Outschool message a copy of the slide show as well as a vocabulary list and translation practice. I can send it in either Office format (docx or pptx), Apple format (keynote/pages), or as Google links (docs/slides). Let me know your preference.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
I draw from Wheelock 7th edition text, A Latin Grammar, 38 Latin Stories Designed to Accompany Wheelock, Cambridge Book 1, Minimus Book 1, Latin for Beginners, and my own studies. We use Latin Wiktionary as a free online source (dictionary).
Joined June, 2022
5.0
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from University of South Florida
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Southern Mississippi
I have a bachelors and masters degree in foreign language and history. I have taught and/or tutored this class at various levels and for various ages (middle school to university). I have traveled to and researched in the places I teach about, and I often include realia and cultural information to make the language come alive for the student.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
80 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-6 learners per class
