Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer, Convener
Bronwen Neil
Contact via email
AAH 2.672
By appointment
Convener
Trevor Evans
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Permission by special approval
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit aims to help history students consolidate advanced skills in ancient languages, especially through the reading of original texts. Options are potentially available in Ancient Greek (at E or F level), Latin (at E or F level), Hieroglyphic Egyptian (at D or E level), Ancient Hebrew (at D level), or Coptic Egyptian (at D level). The convener should be contacted to determine which options are available each year.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Your work will be assessed against:
1. Accuracy of translation (Weekly translations, Essay, Exam)
2. Comprehensiveness and accuracy, employing appropriate linguistic metalanguage, of grammatical commentary (Weekly translations, Essay and Exam) - a model is provided on the Unit iLearn site.
3. Appropriate use of secondary literature, clarity of argument, structure and expression (Essay = Document analysis). The marking rubric for the essay is provided on iLearn.
EXTENSIONS and DISRUPTION to STUDIES (Special Consideration)
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
For Special Consideration consult the following website: https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration
GRADES
The grade a student receives will signify their overall performance in meeting the learning outcomes of a unit of study. Grades will not be awarded by reference to the achievement of other students nor allocated to fit a predetermined distribution. In determining a grade, due weight will be given to the learning outcomes and level of a unit (ie 100, 200, 300, 800 etc). Graded units will use the following grades:
HD High Distinction 85-100
D Distinction 75-84
Cr Credit 65-74
P Pass 50-64
F Fail 0-49
IMPORTANT NOTE ON FINAL MARKS: Please note with respect to the marks you receive for work during the session: that the marks given are indicative only; final marks will be determined after moderation. See further the note on Results in the Policies and Procedures section below.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Class participation | 30% | Yes | Weekly |
Document Analysis | 30% | Yes | Week 12, Friday 11.59pm |
Examination | 40% | Yes | Week 13 in class |
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 30%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
Students will be required to prepare translations of the texts to be studied in class and upload their work to a dropbox on the unit's iLearn site, to listen to all lectures and to participate in the translation, analysis and interpretation of the texts read.
Due: Week 12, Friday 11.59pm
Weighting: 30%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
The purpose of this major assessment task is to develop translation technique, analytical skills, and independent thinking with a view to research application. You will be required to translate a passage drawn from the unit readings (20% of assessment weighting). You will next provide a provisional analysis of specific grammatical features (to be advised) appearing in the passage (40% of assessment weighting). In the third and final phase of the document analysis you will produce a detailed study on aspects of the language of the passage (40% of assessment weighting).
The criteria against which the translation will be assessed are accuracy and completeness, awareness of morphological and syntactic indicators of meaning, and clarity of presentation.
The criteria against which the two analyses will be assessed are accuracy and completeness of information, clarity of presentation, and effective use of referencing and bibliography.
Due: Week 13 in class
Weighting: 40%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
The purpose of this assessment task is to test general control over unit content. The examination is arranged as 2 questions. In Question 1 you will be required to translate into English four Latin passages drawn from the unit readings (60% of exam. weighting). In Question 2 you will be required to read 5 short extracts drawn from the unit readings and comment on specific questions concerning morphology and/or function of specific words and expressions (2 questions for each passage, so a total of 10 questions; 40% of exam. weighting).
The criteria against which this task will be assessed are accuracy and completeness of translations in Question 1 and of comments in Question 2, and clarity of presentation.
Technology
This unit employs the following technology
• iLearn
• Echo
The unit has an online presence. Login is via: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/
Students are required to have regular access to a computer and the internet. Mobile devices alone are not sufficient.
For technical support go to: http://mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/informatics/help
For student quick guides on the use of iLearn go to: http://mq.edu.au/iLearn/student_info/guides.htm
Lecture Times
For lecture times and classrooms please consult: https://timetables.mq.edu.au/2019/
Satisfactory Completion
Completion of all Assessment Tasks is required to complete the unit satisfactorily. Internal students are expected to attend at least one lecture per week and to inform the Convener of any issues affecting attendance. Preparation of translations of Latin texts is required before each lecture.
Submission and Extensions
Submission of the Document Analysis is electronic via Turnitin. The Examination is closed-book and administered by the central administration.
Extensions are available on medical grounds and may be requested under other special circumstances. Apply direct to the Convener.
Penalties for Late Submission
A penalty of 2% per day (including weekends) will be imposed for late submission of assessment tasks unless medical grounds or other special circumstances apply.
Week 1 Introduction to Medieval Latin
Week 2 Medieval hagiography
Week 3 Medieval letters
Week 4 Medieval poetry
Week 5 Medieval histories
Week 6 Medieval hagiography II;
Week 7 Medieval letters II
Week 8 Medieval poetry II
Week 9 No lecture
Week 10 Medieval histories II
Week 11 Other medieval Latin genres
Week 12 Revision; Document analysis due on Friday, 11.59pm
Week 13 Examination (closed book)
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
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For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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This unit has a 30% allocation for forum questions. It has no ongoing assessment of grammar by quizzes.