Via Nova: or The Application of the Direct Method to Latin and Greek

W. H. S. Jones

ISBN 10: 1107623146 / ISBN 13: 9781107623149

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2013

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reissue edition. 175 pages. 8.25x5.50x0.50 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Via Nova: or The Application of the Direct Method to Latin and Greek
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1107623146
• ISBN 13: 9781107623149
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.25 kilograms

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Synopsis

Originally published in 1915 as part of a series of handbooks for teachers, this book addresses the teaching of classics, particularly Latin and ancient Greek, in a schooling system which has grown to see the subject as largely irrelevant. Jones argues that studying ancient languages is best done through the 'direct method' of instruction, with an emphasis on composition in the original languages and study of the classical cultures. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of education, classical education in particular.

Book Description

Originally published in 1915, this book addresses the teaching of classics, particularly Latin and ancient Greek, in a schooling system which has grown to see the subject as largely irrelevant. Jones argues that studying ancient languages is best done through the 'direct method' of instruction.