The Classics Department of UMass Boston offers:
Conventiculum Bostoniense, Latin by the Sea
(held on the campus of UMass Dartmouth)
August 1 – August 9, 2009
Vocamus vos, o magistri, ut linguam Latinam nobiscum in ora maritima colatis!
The Conventiculum Bostoniense is a full-immersion residential experience, specifically designed for teachers in schools and universities, who want to gain some ability to communicate ex-tempore in correct Latin on a wide range of subjects. Two different graduate level courses are offered during the Conventiculum, one for first time attendees and one for returning participants as described below. Days are filled with instructional activities, opportunities for social interaction and excursions to the beach and local attractions.
Latin 570 – Active Learning Methodologies for Teachers of Latin (3 graduate credits)
Designed as the first-year experience at the Conventiculum Bostoniense, this course introduces teachers of Latin to theories of second language acquisition and engages them intensively in speaking and writing Latin.
Latin 575 – Living Text: Vergil’s Ecologues (3 graduate credits)
Designed for repeat attendees of the Conventiculum Bostoniense or other spoken Latin programs, this course engages the participants in intensive study of Vergil’s Eclogues.
Audit Option
This option is designed for international attendees, school teachers over the age of 60 or college faculty who would like to attend the Conventiculum but who do not need graduate credit for their participation.
Costs for 2009 are TBA. 2008 fees were $1500 for credit/$800 for auditors, which includes room, materials, all entrance fees and several meals.
For further information and application see: www.conventiculum.org or contact Emily McDermott at UMass Boston: emily.mcdermott AT umb.edu or 617-287-6124.
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