Duties and
Responsibilities
of Students
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Making this course a success will require great care and commitment.
In order to gain the maximum possible benefit from the course, you as
a student have certain duties and responsibilities:
- Remember: This is interactive distance learning instruction and not
entertainment video. It will be very important for you to interact
with the teacher, the assistants, and other members of your class. Language
is a two-way process, and you must learn to involve yourself in this
process if you want to become proficient. I will provide you with many
opportunities to communicate. Take advantage of these opportunities!
You can "raise your hand" by sending me e-mail or participating
in the Forum.
- Watching and working with video instruction is but one part of the
class. Homework must be completed on time and executed with care
and thought.
- Always check your work to be sure there are no unanswered questions.
- If you miss class for any reason, you should ask the facilitator for
a copy of a tape of the lesson. You should try to borrow notes from one of your
fellow students. If you have Internet access at home, you can check
the Agenda and Assignment on the Latin 1 front page, or refer to the syllabus in
your student guide. The Homework Assignments are included in the student guide
to use as reference (also available under Info on
the Latin 1 front page.) You will be responsible for having completed
the assignment on the day you return to class, except in very extreme
circumstances that will be determined by your facilitator. Be responsible!
- You must have the textbook, the language activity workbook, writing
materials, looseleaf paper, and your notebook with you for all class
meetings. You will also need many packs of index cards and a box for
your vocabulary words.
- The Latin assistant or I will be available to you through a toll-free
number. The assistants are a valuable
resource on Latin language and culture and will be able to give you
assistance as you need it. You may also share any concerns or suggestions
you have about the class.
If you need help or have a question, call me or one of the assistants
at 1.800.333.9764, during 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET.
- Learning a second language, like learning any other skill, requires
practice, which includes going over your notes, doing all the assignments,
and correcting your errors. Working with the language daily will reduce
the stress when it comes time for quizzes or tests. Daily practice with any
foreign language will help you retain what you have mastered for a long time.
- Here are two things you can do right away:
- Complete the Student Photo and Information/Agreement and Consent
Form and the "Get To Know" Latin I Student Questionnaire. Return these
forms to your facilitator. The student photo should be clearly focused. It is
preferable to have a simple background and be wallet sized.
- Get a three-ring binder notebook. Purchase your index cards and
box for vocabulary flashcards.
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