Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Trevor Evans
Contact via trevor.evans@mq.edu.au
Building W6A Room 503
To be advised
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
6cp at 200 level including (AHIS209 or AHST206)
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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 develop the skills of history students in order to support advanced study of the ancient Greek language. It offers a systematic analysis of grammar (especially the structure of sentences) and introduces 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.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Name | Weighting | Due |
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Participation | 10% | Weekly |
Function Test | 5% | See unit schedule |
Prose Compositions | 25% | See unit schedule |
Document Analysis | 20% | See unit schedule |
Examination | 40% | TBA (June examination period) |
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 Ancient Greek grammar and grammatical terminology (the linguistic metalanguage). These discussions will be conducted in the lectures and via the General Discussion Forum on the unit's iLearn page.
The criteria against which this assessment will be assessed are level of engagement (I will expect you to participate in discussions on at least five different topics; this will be worth 5% of the total unit assessment) and demonstration of developing knowledge and skills (this will be worth an additional 5%).
Due: See unit schedule
Weighting: 5%
The purpose of this low-risk assessment is to test capacity to analyse the morphology and functional relationships of words within Greek sentences. You will be required to analyse a series of Greek versions of English sentences (5 English sentences; 5 Greek versions of each) and to identify in each case the correct Greek version. Only one of the Greek versions 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.
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 (5 sentences in each of the 6 assignments). The sentences are designed to test your control over concepts discussed in the lectures and (often) illustrated in the unit readings.
The assessment criteria against which this task will be assessed are accuracy, completeness, and technical and stylistic control over the material.
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 assessment criteria against which this task will be assessed are accuracy, thoroughness, clarity of presentation, and effective use of referencing and bibliography.
Due: TBA (June examination period)
Weighting: 40%
The purpose of this assessment task is to test general control over unit content. The examination is arranged as 3 questions. In Question 1 you will be required to translate into English 3 Greek passages drawn from the unit readings (50% of exam. weighting). In Question 2 you will be required to read 4 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 8 questions; 20% of exam. weighting). In Question 3 you will be required to translate 5 English sentences into Greek, using constructions studied and vocabulary used in the prose compositions for this unit (30% of exam. weighting).
The criteria against 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.
Technology
This unit employs the following technology
• iLearn
• Echo
The unit has an online presence. Login is via: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/
All required unit materials will be provided via this iLearn site, which will also provide an additional Recommended Reading list.
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
For Participation submissions are your contributions to the electronic General Discussion Forum (and in addition, for internal students, your involvement in classroom discussion). Submission of the 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 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.
For this unit the Unit Schedule can be assessed via the Macquarie University iLearn website: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/
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.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
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.
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
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.
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