GR 202 - Continuation of Beginning Greek

Syllabus

Course Description :

This course is the continuation of GR 201 - introduction to the Fundamentals of the Greek Language. Class will consist of lectures, various activities, and class discussion.
Since a large amount and a wide range of material will be covered during each class meeting, regular attendance is necessary to do well in the class. Roll will be taken, and a student who is consistently absent should expect a lower grade.
 

Objectives of the Course :

To enable the student :

• to become familiar with of the basics of the Greek language, particularly the Koine Greek of the New Testament.
• to have an understanding of the development of the Greek language.
• to continue reading the Greek New Testament.

Student Expectations :

Students are expected to complete all assignments and to spend some time each day in reading and learning the language.
A Quiz on pre-announced topics will normally be given at the start of every Monday session.
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Students should refer to the University catalogue for a definition of academic dishonesty and its penalties.
Grades will be based on homeworks, quizzes, exams, and class assignments and participation.
The Final Exam will be given during Finals' Week at the end of the semester. Students are expected to take exams at the times scheduled. Students who cannot take an exam at the scheduled time are expected to take the exam at an earlier time.
Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require special arrangements in order to meet the course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible so that necessary accommodations may be made.
 

Course Prerequisites :

Satisfactory completion of GR 201
 

The Instructor and Office Hours :

The instructor is available to meet with any student regarding any matter. The instructor will be available at the office hours posted, and at other times by appointment.
Students may contact the instructor by phone 9 am to 9 pm. Home phone 763-0101, with an answering machine to leave messages, or e-mail
Dr. Rollinson
 

Grades :

Grades will be based on :
          Assignments + Quizzes + Exams + Class participation

Texts :

The Greek New Testament - Use a copy of the Greek New Testament which has a Dictionary bound in the back of the book. Available from the ENMU Bookstore, or from the American Bible Society, ISBN 0-438-05-1109, with Aland given as the editor.

Do not use one with an interlinear translation or with an English text alongside.

"A Primer of Biblical Greek" by N. Clayton Croy, ISBN 978-0-8028-6000-2

Course Organization :

Each Class Session will normally consist of :

• Roll-call and Homework due
• Discussion of the previous Assignment, Homework, Quiz Results, etc.
• New Material - Grammar & Vocabulary
• Sentences, Drills & Exercises
• Readings in the Greek New Testament
• Assignment to be completed for next class

Assignments - The Assignments are normally due by the start of the following Class session.
Late Work - For work to be eligible for an "A" Grade, work must be given to the instructor on time. Work may be handed in up to 2 weeks late, but will drop a letter Grade per week that it is overdue.
Makeup - Because of the nature of this course, in which each class session builds upon the material covered in the last session, there is no provision for "make-up" work.
Exams - There will be a Mid-term Exam, and a Final Exam, which count towards the Course Grade.
Extensions - extensions will only be granted under grave extenuating circumstances and at the discretion of the instructor. If you think that you may need an extension, you should contact the instructor ahead of time with your request, and explain the situation.
 

Anticipated Student Workload :

4 hours per week Class, 4 - 5 hours per week preparation, writing, and learning
 

Copyright © 1999 Shirley J. Rollinson, all Rights Reserved

Dr. Rollinson

Department of Religion
ENMU Station 19
Portales, NM 88130

Last Updated: January 9, 2010

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