LVV4U – CLASSICAL CIVILIZATION – GRADE 12

LVV4U CLASSICAL CIVILIZATION

Part of: Classical Studies and International Languages (2016)

 This course introduces students to the rich cultural legacy of the classical world. Students will investigate aspects of classical culture, including mythology, literature, art, architecture, philosophy, science, and technology, as well as elements of the ancient Greek and Latin languages. Students will develop creative and critical thinking skills through exploring and responding to works by classical authors in English translation and examining material culture brought to light through archaeology. They will also increase their communication and research skills by working both collaboratively and independently and will acquire an understanding and appreciation of the interconnectedness of ancient and modern societies.

Vision

Students of international languages will communicate and interact in the international language with growing confidence in real-life contexts and will develop an awareness of the multicultural and plurilingual nature of the modern world. Students of classical languages will read and translate in the classical language with growing confidence in classroom contexts and will develop an appreciation of the interconnectedness of ancient and modern languages and the rich cultural legacy of the classical world. All students of languages will develop the knowledge and skills necessary for lifelong language learning. Students in the Classical Civilization course will develop an appreciation of the rich cultural legacy of the classical world. All students in the program will develop the knowledge, skills, and perspectives they need to participate fully as citizens in Canada and in the world.

STUDENT’S ROLE:

Students’ responsibilities with respect to their own learning develop gradually and increase over time as they progress through elementary and secondary school. With appropriate instruction and with experience, students come to see how an applied effort can enhance learning and improve achievement and well-being.

As they mature and as they develop the ability to persist, to manage their behaviour and impulses, to take responsible risks, and to listen with understanding, students become better able to take more responsibility for their learning and progress.

There are some students, however, who are less able to take full responsibility for their learning because of unique challenges they face. The attention, patience, and encouragement of teachers can be extremely important to the success of these students.

Learning to take responsibility for their achievement and improvement is an important part of every student’s education, regardless of his or her circumstances.