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8 Ancient Greek in Classroom Conversation
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Published:November 2006
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This chapter covers four topics: (1) why to use conversational ancient Greek in a beginning course in the language, (2) how to do it, (3) obstacles to overcome, and (4) future possibilities. I shall concentrate on how, giving specific recommendations as well as a transcript of classroom conversation. I begin with the question why because unless teachers are convinced that the enterprise is worthwhile, it will hardly matter how. My remarks are based principally on direct observation or reports by students and teachers, and are bolstered by the research of scholars. I have used spontaneous, conversational ancient Greek in the classroom for over twenty years, originally at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst (1972–74) and recently at Butler University (1989–present). Other professors who have done this are Eliot Youman at Mercer University, Joel Farber at Franklin & Marshall College, Catherine Freis at Millsaps College, Jeffrey Wills at the University of Wisconsin, and David Kovacs at the University of Virginia. Information was gleaned through conversations, remarks overheard, student questionnaires, and letters. (As others of you try this method, I would appreciate hearing about your experience.)
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