6058i

Greek: Themes in the Modern World 

Full Year / 1 Credit

Prerequisite:

Successful completion of Greek 8, teacher consultation, and/or placement test for those new to the program. 

Course Description:

This course is offered to seniors who have successfully completed Greek 8. 

In this course, students examine contemporary global issues through the study of literary and non-literary texts and are led to comparisons that underline the importance of these themes in modern society. Emphasis is on strengthening the students’ knowledge of the Greek language and culture through systematic practice of writing and speaking skills. Students are taught to use the prewriting process of brainstorming ideas, drafting and revising. They are encouraged to use their critical thinking in order to analyze the themes and compose their own piece of writing.