Testing Latin Literature: a case study into the variety of ways to assess pupils in appreciation of Latin Literature without focusing exclusively on language
Alex Smith
Secondary PGCE (Classics) 2009
Abstract
The emergence of WJEC and renewed choice within Latin examinations now allows for discussion about what is or should be tested in Latin Literature. This paper examines various options for testing Latin Literature and measures them against proposed aims of literature, pupil attainment and pupil motivation. Classroom research is conducted using four different versions of assessment (including a trial of a Latin Literature unseen paper) as well as a semi-structured interview. The conclusion of this research highlights the need to tailor any assessment to suit the needs/abilities of individual students.
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Citation: Smith, A (2010) Testing Latin Literature: a case study into the various ways to assess pupils in appreciation of Latin Literature without focusing exclusively on language. Journal of Trainee Teacher Research, Volume 1, pp.35-82 (Downloaded from http://jotter.educ.cam.ac.uk/, [date of access])