LATIN 101 SYLLABUS
FALL 2003 Engineering Building 1010 MWF 11-11:50
PROFESSOR: Carl P.E. Springer, Ph.D.
OFFICE: College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office, 3432 Peck Hall
HOURS: I am here on campus between 8 and 4:30 most every day and will be happy to talk to you at any time that I am available during these hours. Since I am away from my desk frequently, it would probably be best to call my secretary, Carole Graff, to set up an appointment ahead of time or leave a message if you wish to communicate with me.
PHONE: 5058; E-MAIL: casprin@siue.edu
Catalogue Description of the Course: Grammar and vocabulary of classical Latin within the context of Roman culture; reading knowledge through texts adapted from classical authors. Lab included.
Required Text: Wheelock’s Latin, ed. Frederic M. Wheelock, revised by Richard A. LaFleur (6th edition) (New York: HarperCollins, 2000).
Objectives:
By the end of the semester you should have:
As you look at the Desired Characteristics and Capabilities of College of Arts and Sciences Graduates on the final page of this syllabus, you will see, I hope, how these course objectives dovetail with a number of the College’s general aims, including the development of communication skills (written and oral); critical thinking; knowledge and its integration and application; as well as a spirit of life-long learning in its students.
Requirements:
Evaluation:
There will be three examinations (two mid-term and the final). The midterm exams will be valued at 100 points. The final will be worth 125 points. There will also be short quizzes worth 10 points for a total of 100 points. I will give a total of 12 quizzes and allow you to drop the two lowest scores. The remaining 75 points will be based on the quality of your preparation for class, the quality of your participation in class, and your work in the lab (I will do spot checks). The total number of points for the course, therefore, is 500. 450 or more (90%) is an A, 400 (80%) a B, 350 (70%) a C, and 300 (60%) is a D.
Over the course of the semester I will also be keenly observing how serious you are about participating in the classroom learning experience, paying special attention to the common courtesies and the spirit of intellectual cooperation you demonstrate to your instructor and fellow students. I will add up to 15 points to the final total (at the end of the semester) if I feel that you have made a substantial contribution in the classroom. This can make a significant difference in your grade!
Note: Since I am allowing you to drop two of your quiz grades, I will not be giving make-up quizzes. I will allow students to make up either of the midterm exams, but only if you have a legitimate reason for your absence and make arrangements with me to do so beforehand.
Plagiarism. You should know that I follow the University’s policy on plagiarism. What follows comes directly from a statement on SIUE’s Home Page. "The University recognizes plagiarism as a serious academic offense. Plagiarism, the act of representing the work of another as one's own, may take two forms. It may consist of copying, paraphrasing or otherwise using the written or oral work of another without acknowledging the source, or it may consist of presenting oral or written course work prepared by another as one's own. Normally a student who plagiarizes shall receive a grade of F in the course in which the act occurs. The offense shall also be reported to the Provost. A student who is reported a second time shall be suspended from the University for a period of not less than one term. Should a student who has been suspended for plagiarism be readmitted and be again found guilty of the offense, he/she shall be permanently expelled from the University."
COURSE SCHEDULE
(subject to change as circumstances dictate and as announced)
Session Assignment
FINAL EXAM: To be held as indicated in the Class Schedule directory, on Tuesday, December 16 from 10 AM to 11:40 AM.
Desired Characteristics and Capabilities of Graduates
The College of Arts and Sciences of Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville is committed to ensuring that its graduates acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to function as educated individuals, life-long learners, and responsible citizens. To these ends, the College fosters the development of the following characteristics and capabilities:
Communication: Organize and express ideas clearly and appropriately; master standard use of written and oral communication; appreciate alternative forms of expression, including art, dance, music and literature; distinguish between the medium and the message; listen, observe, interpret, and understand others.
Critical Thinking: Employ independent, objective, and rigorous reasoning; identify and integrate the elements of a task or problem; seek, organize, assimilate, synthesize, and use information; maintain a healthy skepticism; recognize the value of creativity, the limits of reason and the legitimacy of intuition.
Problem Framing and Solving: Appreciate the complexity of problems; go beyond conventional assumptions; understand parts of systems as well as the whole; recognize patterns and generalize; search and test solutions using analytical and intuitive skills; evaluate and monitor outcomes; work effectively and creatively in diverse groups.
Knowledge: Master basic facts, concepts, and literature of the arts and sciences; acquire knowledge of diverse ethical traditions and contemporary issues; develop competence in the use of technology, instrumentation, and research methods; develop expertise in a major; understand the evolution and trends of that major; acquire knowledge of career opportunities.
Integration and Application of Knowledge: Recognize and value the interconnectedness of knowledge; learn creatively from practice and experience; apply knowledge in innovative ways; appreciate, use, and promote multidisciplinary and culturally diverse perspectives; foster connections wherein knowledge serves as a bridge to new levels of understanding and insight.
Self Development: Assess personal strengths, weaknesses, and potential; develop individual goals and persevere to achieve them; build self confidence and motivation; identify and respect diverse backgrounds and viewpoints; deal effectively with change; recognize and tolerate ambiguity; develop a well-considered personal ethic that includes responsibility for actions; assume responsibility for decisions and their results.
Citizenship: Participate in the local, national, and global community; be sensitive to the welfare of others; appreciate democratic values; acquire a sense of personal and collective responsibility for the social and natural environment.
Life-long Learning: Maintain a sense of curiosity; appreciate and master the process of learning; recognize that learning is a means of fulfillment and success in one's personal and professional life.