Prof. Deborah Kamen (she/her), dkamen@uw.edu
MTWThF 1.30-2.20pm
Description
In this course, we will read Plato’s Apology in Greek and review grammar by composing sentences in Greek. Class time will generally be devoted to translating Plato; we will also have a handful of class sessions devoted to reviewing prose composition assignments.
Required textbook
- G. P. Rose (ed.), Plato’s Apology (Bryn Mawr Commentaries 1989)
- NOTE: Any student enrolled in an ancient Greek or Latin language course at UW can apply for funding for that course from our Undergraduate Textbook Fund
Grading
- Participation and daily preparation: 20%
- Prose composition assignments: 20%
- Exam 1: 20%
- Exam 2: 20%
- Exam 3: 20%
Daily preparation entails reading (before class) the assigned passages of Plato's Apology. Participation entails translating aloud in class, discussing the text, and answering questions. It's always best to come to class even if you haven't had a chance to prepare; if you don't feel up for translating on a particular day, just let me know (either before or during class) and I won't call on you.
Prose composition assignments will be posted on Canvas under 'Assignments' at least 48 hours in advance of their due date and must be completed by the due date. NOTE: Prose comps don't have to be perfect to earn full credit! You just have to show that you've put in a good-faith effort. We will go over the sentences together in class; please bring a pen of a different color in order to correct your work, and I will collect your assignments at the end of class.
Each exam will cover passages of Plato read since the last exam. Exams will primarily involve: 1) translating passages of Plato; 2) answering grammatical and other questions about those passages. Except in the case of serious illness, family emergency, or religious observance, make-up exams will not be given and prose composition assignments will not be accepted late.
Any student requiring special accommodations should provide me with a letter from the Disability Resources for Students Office as soon as possible.