Latin New Lower Secondary Curriculum Syllabus
Learning Latin enables learners to learn other languages easily to communicate with those in
neighbouring countries and around the world. But Proficiency in Latin is important because it is a
classical language that is studied and read through a rich body of ancient literature like other classical
languages such as Greek, Chinese, Arabic, Hebrew, French and Sanskrit. English vocabulary has a lot of
Latin words and roots too. Learning Latin can build the capacity of a person to learn very many
languages at ago.
As a language of law, logic, government and Theology, Latin is critical for the
learners who may choose to venture into the above professions. That is why learning Latin helps the
nation extend its participation in the global economy. It helps the learner to understand the
culture and traditions of other countries and to appreciate the richness of diversity in the world. It
widens horizons, raises aspirations and enables young people to become global citizens. Language
learning provides a wider communication base for the learners and increases their job opportunities
beyond the borders.
Languages make an important contribution to the development of all five of the generic skills.
Language learning involves a high degree of critical thinking as the learner build his/her understanding
and establishes cross-links between the languages he/she is learning and those with which they are
familiar. Communication is intrinsic to language learning with frequent speaking and listening
activities involving paired work and groups of different sizes. Hence co-operation is developed
along with communication.
Languages reflect the culture of the communities in which they are spoken. Language learning invariably
leads to consideration of culture and heritage associated with both the target language and the home nation.
Teaching and Learning: Latin
The thrust of the new syllabuses is experiential and towards deeper understanding. The focus in Latin is
on the development of understanding through experimentation, scientific enquiry and rational thought.
In common with established best practice around the world, language learning takes place principally
in the target language and the principal focus is on communication. Use of new technologies should be
made as frequently as possible.
The new syllabuses provide the learner with a wide range of contexts in which to develop this
understanding, and these contexts are designed to engage the interest of the learner and to provide
opportunities to build life- related knowledge, experience and skills. The Teacher is encouraged to
go beyond the textbooks and provide as many meaningful contexts as possible. The generic skills
have been integrated throughout the curriculum and can only be acquired through active approaches
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