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AHIS3110 – Ancient Greek C

2023 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff
Mark Matic
mark.matic@mq.edu.au
Trevor Evans
trevor.evans@mq.edu.au
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
20cp at 2000 level including (AHIS209 or AHIS2110 or AHST206)
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description

This unit aims to develop the skills of history students in order to support advanced study of the ancient Greek language. It builds on the introduction to the language provided in AHIS1110 and AHIS2110, offering a systematic analysis of grammar and introducing the concepts of dialectal variation and historical development in the classical and post-classical periods. The unit also aims to help students develop their skills in reading original Greek literary and documentary texts, and analyse the significance of Greek for the study of relevant ancient cultures.

Important Academic Dates

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • ULO2: Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary
  • ULO1: Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level
  • ULO3: Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study
  • ULO5: Employ linguistic technical terms
  • ULO4: Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
  • ULO6: Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts
  • ULO7: Analyse the significance of Greek for the study of relevant ancient cultures

General Assessment Information

Late Assessment Submission Penalty 

Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a mark of‚ 0 (zero) will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical issue. 

This late penalty will apply to non-timed sensitive assessment (incl essays, reports, posters, portfolios, journals, recordings etc). Late submission of time sensitive tasks (such as tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, scheduled practical assessments/labs etc) will only be addressed by the unit convenor in a Special Consideration application. Special Consideration outcome may result in a new question or topic. 

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
Prose Composition 35% No Weeks 4, 7, 10, 11
Comprehension Tests 15% No Weeks 8, 12
Participation 15% No Weeks 2, 5, 9
Examination 35% No Week 14

Prose Composition

Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 34 hours
Due: Weeks 4, 7, 10, 11
Weighting: 35%

 

Four exercises in translation from English to Greek

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary
  • Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level
  • Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study
  • Employ linguistic technical terms
  • Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
  • Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts

Comprehension Tests

Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Weeks 8, 12
Weighting: 15%

 

Two comprehension tests

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary
  • Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level
  • Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study
  • Employ linguistic technical terms
  • Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
  • Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts
  • Analyse the significance of Greek for the study of relevant ancient cultures

Participation

Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 8 hours
Due: Weeks 2, 5, 9
Weighting: 15%

 

Three participation exercises

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary
  • Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level
  • Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study
  • Employ linguistic technical terms
  • Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
  • Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts
  • Analyse the significance of Greek for the study of relevant ancient cultures

Examination

Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 14
Weighting: 35%

 

Online non-invigilated examination

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary
  • Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level
  • Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study
  • Employ linguistic technical terms
  • Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
  • Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts

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

Satisfactory Completion 

Completion of all Assessment Tasks is required to complete the unit satisfactorily.

Submission and Extensions

Submission of all Assessment Tasks is electronic via Turnitin.

Extensions are available on medical grounds and may be requested under other special circumstances. Apply via ask.mq.edu.au

Unit Schedule

In this unit we will examine a series of advanced grammatical topics, including extensive revision of concepts introduced in Ancient Greek A and B.

We will also study 11 readings, featuring original Greek texts from the classical and early post-classical periods.

Full details, including a weekly schedule of topics and a list of assessment due-dates will be provided on the unit's iLearn page.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/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

Academic Integrity

At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

The Writing Centre

The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.

The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources. 

Student Services and Support

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Student Enquiries

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IT Help

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.

Unit information based on version 2023.01R of the Handbook