by Dwane | Jun 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
I received this question: I recently finished Henle 1 after three years, if i switch to Lingua Latinia which level should i start in? Thanks! Here is my reply: Lingua Latina is a novel. So, as bad as it sounds, you need to start over. The book will not make sense...
by Dwane | Jun 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
Last summer, I received some complaints about my online classes. There were basically three: I complained about Henle Latin. I skipped some of the small grammatical points in the book. My classes are too long. The author of the email wanted to know if the complaints...
by Dwane | Jun 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
I am starting to get questions about classes in the fall. Short answer: I’ll be back. Long answer: I am done with First Year Latin by Robert Henle and will not be teaching it again. Not even at gunpoint. I’ve had enough of that book. But, all of those...
by Dwane | Jun 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
Today I finished writing the rough drafts for Second Year Latin tests on my site. I started this project on October 27, 2018. Took a while to finish. Do you have any idea how hard it is to write over 1,200 questions and answers for Second Year Latin by Robert Henle...
by Dwane | Jun 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
I received this question: – How is the translation of a quo (#12)both A) from where AND c) from whom? And, no pun intended, when was this taught? I can’t find it. – Related to this, #22, A quo venit aqua? Based on the lesson I would personally...
by Dwane | Jun 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
Tomorrow is the last day of filming for Word Up. Well, the last day for filming words, anyway. We will spend another week making me look like an idiot. Word Up, Volumes 2 and 3, should be available for sale before the next school year. Of course, Word Up, Volume 1...
by Dwane | Jun 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
This would be funny if it weren’t so true. But, then again… it’s still funny. ================================================= Scientists Who Didn’t Predict A Single Thing Accurately For Last Two Months Confident They Know What The Weather Is...
by Dwane | May 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
These days I am writing for Word Up: Volume’s 2 and 3. It’s a long process. Honestly, I am getting a bit frustrated. English is a slippery language. But, you knew that already. I took a break from Word Up to go answer emails. This was in my...
by Dwane | May 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
In the middle of the wackiest 2020 we have ever lived through, it’s easy to forget the basics. Here are five things we can all do. These five things might just help us keep our sanity. And, they are all free. 1. We can read. 2. We can go outside and get some...
by Dwane | May 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
I received this series of questions: I’ve been worming my way through the vocab lists, making myself flashcards so I can more easily drill myself on this bewildering number of words. Since I really like to know *everything* that a word means, I’ve been...
by Dwane | May 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
People are often confused by all that I offer. That’s fine. Here’s what’s going on. Visual Latin is a professionally filmed series. I do not personally sell it. It is available here from Compass Classroom. Once they have completed Visual...
by Dwane | May 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
I agree 100% with Dr. Gary North. “The greatest enemy of freedom in American history has been the public school system.” But, hey. Silver lining. The public schools are closed. Last week, Dr. North published the following on his site:...
by Dwane | May 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
Like you, I subscribe to several “Tips of the Week”. This week, Tim Ferris sent this link: https://www.boredpanda.com/animals-about-to-drop-album-photos/ He’s right. With all of the doom and gloom right now, we could all use some laughs. The...
by Dwane | May 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Last week, I received this note: Just wanted to send a note to say thank you for the most excellent Word Up videos and let you know that we are eagerly awaiting the new series you are working on now. They are wonderfully informative as well as entertaining! But I...
by Dwane | May 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Middle Tennessee has a terrible reputation as an allergy hotspot. I have tried (and continue to try) everything I can to stop my allergies. But, in this fight, it’s Tennessee 1, Me 0. I guess Tennessee wants to keep its reputation. This happens to me every May. ...
by Dwane | May 9, 2020 | Tip of the Week
Well. It’s been a while. I sure hope you all are well. Some time ago, I received this email: I’ve recently joined the email list for your email list (Tip of the Week). And I wanted to ask: Are you still sending out the Tip of the Week? I’ve read some of the...
by Dwane | May 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
So, it turns out Henle Latin isn’t traditional at all. It’s modern. Suspected that. Couldn’t really put it into words. This week, I received this email: This is not a class question. I just ran across this article and it supports most of what you...
by Dwane | May 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Some of you may find this interesting. Dr. Robert Plummer is offering an audit option for one of his Greek classes. Find out more right here: https://www.sbts.edu/online/audit/ I would love to teach Greek again, and I hope to someday. But, I am just not sure when it...
by Dwane | May 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
A student contacted me a few days ago. She wanted to know where the morning classes had gone. I told her that I was taking a week off to figure out if I could defeat my allergies… or, if I could just wait a week for them to go away. I also told her this: I may...
by Dwane | May 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
Important Update on all live classes: I have postponed all live classes for a week. Seasonal allergies will not leave me alone. We will try again on Monday, May 11.
by Dwane | Apr 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
I received this very common question: I need help deciding where my daughter needs to be in Latin. She has been in Henle Latin since Challenge A. She is now in challenge 1 and has done Henle for 3 years. But she still is struggling. She enjoys learning Latin but I...
by Dwane | Apr 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
I received this email: Hi, we love Word Up! My daughter said she had seen a Word Up volume 2, but I can’t seem to find it. Please let me know where we can purchase a DVD of a sequel. Thank you!! Here is my reply: It’s coming! But, you guys have to be patient....
by Dwane | Apr 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
I am getting lots of questions about the live classes. Two things happened. Everyone went online due to Covid-19, and now my daytime classes barely work. And, my allergies took me down. The allergies happen every April/May, so I was planning to close my classes...
by Dwane | Apr 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
This week, I received a happy email: *Fan mail* I am a CC Director working through our first year of Henle, and I’ve been so grateful for your Watch Anytime options. I am *enjoying* learning Latin myself, and for all that we love/hate about Henle, I’m...
by Dwane | Apr 6, 2020 | Uncategorized
Last week, I received this note from a student: I have found an app that might be of particular interest to you and the rest of your students. It is called SPQR Latin Dictionary and Reader by Paul Hudson. It includes Classical Latin works and authors such as The...
