Solparvus
Puritan Board Junior
I've long aimed at learning Latin, and this summer I will probably take the plunge via independent study for seminary credits. My goal is 3 credits (9 hours work x 10 weeks). My supervisor will be a former Latin examiner at WTS. However, necessity dictates that I author my own course of study.
I need advice on a good course of study. My main interest in pursuing Latin is theological works, but I'd like a start on reading the classics too.
I'm evaluating a number of potential projects, after which I'll develop a final course of study and propose it to my professor.
Potential ideas:
- Wheelock's Latin Grammar - I already have this. 40 chapters. I wonder if 20 may be sufficient. Idea is to read all the chapters and do all the exercises. Maybe do all as a substitute for no in-class time
- Alternate: Use Hans Orberg, which looks like it is Latin immersion.
- X number of pages in reading the Vulgate, or the Latin bible translations of Tremelius, Junius, and Beza
- Translation exercises or one single project (eg. translate one whole chapter from Latin bible)
- Composition exercises
- Use David Noe's Latin Per Diem, watch x number of videos, keep workbook of notes taken
- Find a self-quiz website to substantiate progress or capability in Latin
Please offer any suggestions you have if you wish. Thank you!
I need advice on a good course of study. My main interest in pursuing Latin is theological works, but I'd like a start on reading the classics too.
I'm evaluating a number of potential projects, after which I'll develop a final course of study and propose it to my professor.
Potential ideas:
- Wheelock's Latin Grammar - I already have this. 40 chapters. I wonder if 20 may be sufficient. Idea is to read all the chapters and do all the exercises. Maybe do all as a substitute for no in-class time
- Alternate: Use Hans Orberg, which looks like it is Latin immersion.
- X number of pages in reading the Vulgate, or the Latin bible translations of Tremelius, Junius, and Beza
- Translation exercises or one single project (eg. translate one whole chapter from Latin bible)
- Composition exercises
- Use David Noe's Latin Per Diem, watch x number of videos, keep workbook of notes taken
- Find a self-quiz website to substantiate progress or capability in Latin
Please offer any suggestions you have if you wish. Thank you!