Unit Guide

General Information

Unit convenor and teaching staff	Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit Convenor Trevor Evans trevor.evans@mq.edu.au Contact via trevor.evans@mq.edu.au Building W6A Room 503 Tuesdays 11am–12noon (or by appointment)
Credit points	Credit points 3
Prerequisites	Prerequisites AHIS308
Corequisites	Corequisites
Co-badged status	Co-badged status
Unit description	Unit description This unit aims to help history students consolidate advanced skills in ancient Greek. The unit completes the systematic analysis of grammar (especially the structure of sentences) begun in unit AHIS308 and further investigates the concepts of dialectal variation and historical development in the classical and post-classical periods. The unit also aims to help students consolidate their skills in reading original Greek literary and documentary texts, and analysing the significance of Greek for the study of relevant ancient cultures.

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:

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
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.

Assessment Tasks

Name	Weighting	Due
Participation	10%	Weekly
Morphology and Function Test	5%	See Unit Schedule
Prose Compositions	25%	See Unit Schedule
Document Analysis	20%	See Unit Schedule
Examination	40%	TBA (Nov. examination period

Participation

Due: Weekly
Weighting: 10%

The purpose of this low-risk assessment is to test engagement with unit content and developing knowledge and skills. You will be required to participate in class discussions exploring aspects of unit content. These discussions will be conducted for both internal and external students via the General Discussion Forum on the unit's iLearn page.

The criteria against which this assessment will be assessed are level of engagement and demonstration of developing knowledge and skills. I will expect you to participate in discussions on at least five (out of a total of eight) different topics. Participation in the eighth topic, which will focus on study techniques for approaching the final examination and your comprehension of relevant advice (delivered in lectures), is a requirement for satisfactory completion of the unit.

Engagement is worth 5% of the total unit assessment. Demonstration of developing knowledge and skills is worth an additional 5%.

On successful completion you will be able to:

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
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.

Morphology and Function Test

Due: See Unit Schedule
Weighting: 5%

The purpose of this low-risk assessment task is to test capacity to analyse the morphology and functional relationships of words within Greek sentences. In each test you will be required to analyse a series of Greek versions of English sentences (five English sentences; five Greek versions of each) and to identify in each case the correct Greek version. In each set of Greek versions only one will be a grammatically correct equivalent of the English sentence it translates. The other four Greek versions will contain one or more errors.

The criterion against which this task will be assessed is accuracy in selection of correct Greek versions.

On successful completion you will be able to:

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts.

Prose Compositions

Due: See Unit Schedule
Weighting: 25%

The purpose of this assessment task is to facilitate understanding of Greek grammatical structures. You will be required to translate a series of sentences from English into Greek (five sentences in each of the six assignments). The sentences are designed to test your control over concepts discussed in the lectures and (often) illustrated in the unit readings.

The criteria against which this task will be assessed are accuracy, completeness, and technical and stylistic control over the material.

On successful completion you will be able to:

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts.

Document Analysis

Due: See Unit Schedule
Weighting: 20%

The purpose of this assessment task is to develop analytical skills and independent thinking. You will be required to provide a linguistic analysis of specific grammatical features appearing in a passage drawn from the unit readings. Length-limit: 1000 words, including analysis, any footnotes, and bibliography.

The criteria against which this task will be assessed are accuracy, thoroughness, clarity of presentation, and effective use of referencing and bibliography.

On successful completion you will be able to:

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
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

Due: TBA (Nov. examination period
Weighting: 40%

The purpose of this assessment task is to test general control over unit content. The closed-book examination, which has a duration of two hours plus 10mins reading time, is arranged as three questions:

• in Question 1 you will be required to translate from Greek into English three passages drawn from the unit readings (50% of exam. weighting);

• in Question 2 you will be required to explain specific grammatical features in four short extracts drawn from the unit readings (20% of exam. weighting);

• in Question 3 you will be required to translate five English sentences into Greek (30% of exam. weighting), using constructions studied and vocabulary used in the prose compositions and sample sentences for this unit.

The criteria against which this task will be assessed are accuracy and completeness of the translations in Question 1 and of the responses in Question 2 and technical and stylistic control of the translations in Question 3.

The criteria aginst which this task will be assessed are accuracy and completeness of translations in Question 1 and comments in Question 2, and accuracy, completeness, and technical and stylistic control of translations in Question 3.

On successful completion you will be able to:

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts.

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/2015/

Satisfactory Completion

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

Submission and Extensions

Submit Participation contributions via the electronic General Discussion Forum. Submission of the Morphology and Function Test, Prose Compositions, and 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 via ask.mq.edu.au

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.

Unit Schedule

See AHIS309 Unit Schedule on iLearn page.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html

Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html

Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html

Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html

Grievance Management Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grievance_management/policy.html

Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.

In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/

Results

Results shown in iLearn, 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.

Student Support

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

Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.

Student Services and Support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

Student Enquiries

For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au

IT Help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://informatics.mq.edu.au/help/.

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.

Graduate Capabilities

Creative and Innovative

Our graduates will also be capable of creative thinking and of creating knowledge. They will be imaginative and open to experience and capable of innovation at work and in the community. We want them to be engaged in applying their critical, creative thinking.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Greek texts.

Assessment tasks

Participation
Morphology and Function Test
Prose Compositions
Document Analysis
Examination

Capable of Professional and Personal Judgement and Initiative

We want our graduates to have emotional intelligence and sound interpersonal skills and to demonstrate discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgement. They will exercise initiative as needed. They will be capable of risk assessment, and be able to handle ambiguity and complexity, enabling them to be adaptable in diverse and changing environments.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

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.

Assessment tasks

Participation
Prose Compositions
Document Analysis
Examination

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Our graduates will have enquiring minds and a literate curiosity which will lead them to pursue knowledge for its own sake. They will continue to pursue learning in their careers and as they participate in the world. They will be capable of reflecting on their experiences and relationships with others and the environment, learning from them, and growing - personally, professionally and socially.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcome

Analyse the significance of Greek for the study of relevant ancient cultures.

Assessment tasks

Participation
Morphology and Function Test
Prose Compositions
Document Analysis
Examination

Discipline Specific Knowledge and Skills

Our graduates will take with them the intellectual development, depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content in their chosen fields to make them competent and confident in their subject or profession. They will be able to demonstrate, where relevant, professional technical competence and meet professional standards. They will be able to articulate the structure of knowledge of their discipline, be able to adapt discipline-specific knowledge to novel situations, and be able to contribute from their discipline to inter-disciplinary solutions to problems.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
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.

Assessment tasks

Participation
Morphology and Function Test
Prose Compositions
Document Analysis
Examination

Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking

We want our graduates to be capable of reasoning, questioning and analysing, and to integrate and synthesise learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments; to be able to critique constraints, assumptions and limitations; to be able to think independently and systemically in relation to scholarly activity, in the workplace, and in the world. We want them to have a level of scientific and information technology literacy.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
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.

Assessment tasks

Participation
Morphology and Function Test
Prose Compositions
Document Analysis
Examination

Problem Solving and Research Capability

Our graduates should be capable of researching; of analysing, and interpreting and assessing data and information in various forms; of drawing connections across fields of knowledge; and they should be able to relate their knowledge to complex situations at work or in the world, in order to diagnose and solve problems. We want them to have the confidence to take the initiative in doing so, within an awareness of their own limitations.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

Identify and recall Greek grammatical structures at advanced level.
Recognise and memorise advanced Greek vocabulary.
Assess the grammar required for the translation of Greek texts appropriate to level of study.
Explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools.
Employ linguistic metalanguage.
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.

Assessment tasks

Participation
Morphology and Function Test
Prose Compositions
Document Analysis
Examination

Effective Communication

We want to develop in our students the ability to communicate and convey their views in forms effective with different audiences. We want our graduates to take with them the capability to read, listen, question, gather and evaluate information resources in a variety of formats, assess, write clearly, speak effectively, and to use visual communication and communication technologies as appropriate.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcome

Employ linguistic metalanguage.

Assessment tasks

Participation
Morphology and Function Test
Prose Compositions
Document Analysis
Examination