Spring 2005

E 364P • Old English

Course Description

An introduction to Old English, by way of readings in Old English. We’ll learn the language from the texts: first, pronunciation; then, memorization of the forms of the definite article; then, the nouns; then the verbs. All will be done by way of readings in the texts.

This is a language class. It requires daily attendance and daily preparation.

Grading Policy

Daily attendance, daily preparation, daily translation, quizzes.

Attendance 33%
Translation and quizzes 66%

You must have almost perfect attendance and perfect translations/quizzes to earn an “A.”

Texts

Guide to Old English, Bruce Mitchell and Fred Robinson, fifth edition.

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