Description: This Latin supplement is an excellent Christian Latin reading and translation course. Christian Latin should always be the first step in learning to translate Latin literature because it has shorter, simpler sentences and clearer word structure than classical authors. Just like you wouldn't study calculus before you learn algebra, you shouldn't approach Caesar, Cicero, or Virgil before you conquer Christian Latin.
The student workbook provides facing vocabulary, space for interlinear translation, and grammar word study exercises, and a CD and songbook are also utilized. The online classroom for this course will feature in-class translation work, review of vocabulary, an incorporation of the music audio files, and 5-10 minutes of a beginner's look at the music history involved in the hymns. Studying music history can give students a soundtrack to which students can organize and enhance their concept of history.When studying the Middle Ages, for example, students will know what the music of the time sounded like. By utilizing the latest technology, this class will be interactive, with ways to learn on a visual as well as aural level.
Content Covered: Dona Nobis Pacem, Christus Vincit, Signum Crucis, Gloria Patri, Agnus Dei, Table Blessing, Pater Noster, Kyrie, Sanctus, Benedictus, Gloria, Ave Maria, Gaudeamus Igitur, Adeste Fideles, Resonet in Laudibus, and Stabat Mater.
Suggested Age: Grades 6-9
Required Course Texts: Lingua Angelica I Set
Class Chat Time: Friday 11:45 am EST
Instructor: Mrs. Cesare
Estimated Workload: 20-30 minutes/day

Note: The student should have a basic knowledge of how to decline nouns and conjugate verbs in Latin (A basic knowledge of content covered in Latina Christiana I would be sufficient).

Enroll in Lingua Angelica I, Spring 2011 (Introductory Level) ($224.95)

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