Latin 1

Master Teacher: Douglas Favelo, PhD
Duration: Yearlong course offered in fall/spring (34 weeks).
Suggested High School Credit Value: 1 credit.
Suggested Grade Level: 9th grade level and up.
Tuition: Early registration tuition (ends 6/19): $475 $525 for HSLDA Members/$525 $575 for non-members.

Description: Latin 1 introduces students to the basics of Latin grammar and composition. Students learn how to read Latin texts and translate basic sentences from English to Latin using Wheelock's Latin.

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Watch a short introduction from Course Developer Dr. Douglas Favelo.
Watch a sample clip of an Academy live class session. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Latin 1

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• What topics will I learn about in Latin 1?

  In Latin 1, students will be introduced to the Latin language as well as the historical context of Ancient Rome. Students will develop the ability to translate, read, and compose Latin. 

  Topics include:

  • Vocabulary
  • Basic verb construction and conjugations
  • Basic nouns and declensions
  • Latin sentence construction
  • Pronouns and adjectives
  • Prepositional phrases

• How much homework is in Latin 1?

  We estimate that the course workload will take 5-7 hours per week.

  During a typical week in this course, students will complete the following coursework:

  • 60–90 minutes of live class instruction
  • 1 recorded lecture 
  • 4-10 pages of textbook reading
  • Chapter vocabulary study
  • Translation assignment or workbook practice 
  • Quiz

  Throughout the year, students will also complete the following tasks:

  • Unit test every 8 weeks

• What books will I use in Latin 1?

  The official booklist for Latin 1 is now available. In the official booklist, you will find information about the editions, book descriptions, and ISBN numbers.

  You can order course materials for competitive prices through our Christian Book Distributors bookstore. Use the Textbook Finder to locate the required resources for your courses. Please note that while most books are available through Christian Book Distributors, some titles are not carried and will need to be purchased elsewhere.

• Am I ready to take Latin 1?

  Students do not need previous Latin or foreign language experience to be successful in Latin 1. Students should be able to read and write at a 9th grade level.

  Please visit our Academic Readiness page for more information.

• What is a Live Online Class Session in Latin 1?

  In every HSLDA Academy course, students meet weekly with their instructor and classmates in an online classroom for additional teaching, discussion, Q&A, or group activities. The class sessions are interactive and are conducted using a web meeting software with video, audio, chat, and application sharing capabilities.

  Scheduled, real-time sessions in the online classroom are not the only form of instruction available in a HSLDA Online Academy course, but are offered in addition to lectures or other instructional materials that students are able to access online at their convenience.

  When they register, students will need to select a particular class section and live class meeting time. Additional class sections may be added to the schedule at a later point in the course registration period. Registered students will be notified of any changes to the live session schedule.

• What if I have a schedule conflict with the listed Latin 1 class time?

  All live class sessions are recorded for later viewing. While it is recommended that students attend each live class session, students can make arrangements to watch the recordings and receive full participation credit.

  Students should contact their instructor at the start of their course to inform the instructor of any foreseen schedule conflicts. 

• What is the tuition for Latin 1?

  Please visit our tuition and discounts page for a full summary about course costs.

  HSLDA members save $50 on yearlong high school courses!