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AHIS3100 – Ancient Languages Special Topic A
2020 – Session 2, Fully online/virtual
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Trevor Evans
Camilla Di Biase-Dyson
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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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 at D level in Ancient Greek, Latin, Hieroglyphic Egyptian, Ancient Hebrew, or Coptic Egyptian. The convener should be contacted to determine which options are available each year. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Identify and recall grammatical structures of relevant language at advanced level
- ULO2: Recognise and memorise advanced vocabulary of relevant language
- ULO3: Assess the grammar required for the translation of texts appropriate to level of study
- ULO4: Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
- ULO5: Employ linguistic technical terms
- ULO6: Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and/or writing advanced texts
- ULO7: Analyse the significance of languages for the study of relevant ancient cultures
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linguistic analysis 2 | 40% | No | Weeks 1–13 |
| Participation | 20% | No | Weeks 1–13 |
| Linguistic analysis 1 | 40% | No | Weeks 1–13 |
Linguistic analysis 2
Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Weeks 1–13
Weighting: 40%
Linguistic analysis appropriate to specific language offerings
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and recall grammatical structures of relevant language at advanced level
- Recognise and memorise advanced vocabulary of relevant language
- Assess the grammar required for the translation of texts appropriate to level of study
- Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
- Employ linguistic technical terms
- Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and/or writing advanced texts
- Analyse the significance of languages for the study of relevant ancient cultures
Participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Weeks 1–13
Weighting: 20%
Participatory tasks appropriate to specific language offerings
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and recall grammatical structures of relevant language at advanced level
- Recognise and memorise advanced vocabulary of relevant language
- Assess the grammar required for the translation of texts appropriate to level of study
- Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
- Employ linguistic technical terms
- Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and/or writing advanced texts
- Analyse the significance of languages for the study of relevant ancient cultures
Linguistic analysis 1
Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Weeks 1–13
Weighting: 40%
Linguistic analysis appropriate to specific language offerings
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and recall grammatical structures of relevant language at advanced level
- Recognise and memorise advanced vocabulary of relevant language
- Assess the grammar required for the translation of texts appropriate to level of study
- Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
- Employ linguistic technical terms
- Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and/or writing advanced texts
- Analyse the significance of languages for the study of relevant ancient cultures
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Technology
This unit employs the following technology
• iLearn
• Echo
The unit has an online presence, through which all unit materials are delivered. 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/2020/
Satisfactory Completion
Completion of all Assessment Tasks is required to complete the unit satisfactorily.
Submission and Extensions
Internal students are normally expected to fulfil Participation requirements in class, Externals or others unable (for an acceptable reason) to attend class fulfil Participation requirements via the electronic Discussion Forum. Submit the electronic Quizzes via the unit's iLearn page. Submission of the Prose Compositions 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 via ask.mq.edu.au
Penalties for Late Submission
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.
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.
Policies and Procedures
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- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
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.
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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
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
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