On a particular day, each individual is given the opportunity to lead the class in its discussion. Students are asked to write short papers and creative assignments on the texts discussed in class. Student also work on their acting skills as we recreate scenes from tragedies and reenact Homeric battles. More Information Ancient Greece is a college-style literature seminar with a heavy emphasis on class discussion. Students will have anywhere from 1.5-3 hours of reading per night.
All reading is in English.
Students need not have any prior familiarity with Ancient Greek literature, culture, or mythology. They will learn the Greek alphabet, some important Greek words, and the first seven lines of Homer's Iliad in Greek by heart. Students should expect to come into class each day ready to discuss, debate, and even argue about the reading they have done. In addition, there will be periodic quizzes and writing assignments. Ancient Greece in one of the few literature courses at the ASP, and the only one to focus on literature and culture.