Latin 1 (Class 7): Going From "Sum" to "Possum" (No, Not the Animal!)
In this class, we will expand our usage of the "BE" verb (sum/esse), and practice translating with a variety of verb tenses, vocabulary, and noun/adjective declensions.
Angela Kennedy, B.A., M.A.
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Study time for Latin should be 2 hours for every hour of class. Study the vocabulary handouts I send after class. Write the nouns, adjectives, and verbs in charts so that you can commit them to memory. Do the translation sentences I provide in the handout after class. It is not to be turned in, but it is for your own benefit. If you have questions, always feel free to send a message to me on Outschool. Just because class is over, doesn't mean I disappear!Assessment
Informal assessmentClass Experience
Previous knowledge required: A working knowledge of English grammar; 1st/2nd noun/adjective declensions and cases; 1st/2nd and "To Be" verb conjugations in the past, future, and imperfect tenses; rudimentary vocabulary including common conjunctions. If this is your first class with me, I will send you a vocabulary list prior to class starting so you can refer to it as we work. We will go over the "Be" verb (esse) in the present, future, and imperfect tenses, and then add "Able to" (potis) to create very recognizable sentences with the complementary infinitive and helping verbs. We will also look at inscriptions and attempt to translate a few of those. This is a very interactive class. We do repetition, 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 more translation tips, and use their reasoning to identify recognizable words during sight reading. They will learn the irregular form of "to be".
Other Details
Supply List
Bring your dedicated Latin notebook and handouts (for previous students). If you are a new student, I will send a vocabulary list prior to class starting.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
I draw from Wheelock's 7th edition text, Wheelock's Reader, Cambridge Book 1, Minimus 1, Oxford Latin Dictionary, Latin Wiktionary, and my own extensive studies.
Joined June, 2022
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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 hold a BA/MA in world history (focus on ancient) and foreign languages (focus on Latin and German). I have taught Latin and also been a private tutor for students aged middle school through university. I have also traveled and studied in the places where Latin was prevalent in the ancient world.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-6 learners per class
