Anyone for Latin? The Relevance of a Classical Language for the 1990s.

Minchin, Elizabeth

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ERIC Number: EJ452313

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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Anyone for Latin? The Relevance of a Classical Language for the 1990s.

Minchin, Elizabeth

Vox, n6 p37-41 1992

Examines reasons for studying Latin, noting resistance to such study in Australia. A civilization component is considered essential in Latin study to make students understand cultural context. Studying Latin can benefit all students by opening the door to learning other languages and to language in general. (SM)

Descriptors: Classical Literature, Cultural Context, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Latin, Second Language Learning, Secondary Education, Sociolinguistics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Australia

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