by Dwane | Apr 16, 2018 | Uncategorized
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by Dwane | Apr 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
I receive a lot of emails with a twist on this question: “Which course do I sign up for?” I keep repeating myself, but I don’t mind. I get it. Most online providers follow the financial model of the old brick and mortar schools. You know the...
by Dwane | Apr 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
Years ago, in futile attempt to get permanently out of the classroom, I bought a small house out in the country. The plan was simple. I was going to fix it up and sell it. Then, I was going to do it again. If all went well, I could transfer out of the classroom and...
by Dwane | Apr 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
Slept through my own class this morning. To those of you up early to increase your English Word Power, I am very sorry. My phone was almost dead last night and I forgot to charge it. Since I rarely use my phone, I really should write, “My alarm clock was almost...
by Dwane | Apr 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
Almost ten years ago, Compass Classroom and I joined forces to create Visual Latin. A few years later, we created the popular etymology series Word Up! This week, Compass Classroom is running their annual Spring sale… because, it’s Spring. So, if you...
by Dwane | Apr 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
While looking for some Greek pronunciation assistance, I came across this video. Here Salman Khan gives us a good overview of the Golden Age of Greece. I found the timeline very helpful. Personally, I still use BC and AD, but most people insist on using BCE and CE...
by Dwane | Apr 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
I am a fan of Jordan Peterson. I have read his book Twelve Rules For Life and I hope to read it again soon. In this video, he gives students some excellent advice. Follow...
by Dwane | Apr 3, 2018 | Uncategorized
But… the system will not allow me to log in. Working on it right now… Update. I am locked out, and the software is not loading. Contacting customer support now. We may not be having live classes this morning. Sigh. We do have a backup plan in place,...
by Dwane | Apr 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
I received this question: Mom of a Latin 1 student here…do you suggest Latin 1 as a full one credit course? Here is my first reply: If you are referring to Visual Latin, then, yes. Visual Latin 1 = a one-credit course. I suggest students supplement the course...
by Dwane | Mar 31, 2018 | Uncategorized
I received this question: My daughter is having trouble with accents marks. Since these are used to determine the pronunciation of a letter/word, where do you suggest she review? Would a random YouTube video of Latin alphabet pronunciations suffice or is there...
by Dwane | Mar 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
I read this article every year. I read it because I need to be reminded. I read it because it’s brilliant. ================================================================================================== Picture this. You’re driving down the highway with...
by Dwane | Mar 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
“Dwane, your site offers SOOO much. It’s not that I’m not THRILLED with your prices and costs — everything you offer to members – for the price is truly— well…. I just wanted to say that I would GLADLY pay more for the family membership!” –...
by Dwane | Mar 29, 2018 | Education
While doing some research for a recent rant, I came across the following article by John Taylor Gotto. ================================================= Against School by John Taylor Gatto I TAUGHT FOR thirty years in some of the worst schools in Manhattan, and in...
by Dwane | Mar 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
Last night I interviewed Mike Thomas again. Mike has written a book on dyslexia (available here: https://amzn.to/2IYpWrB). He also runs the site Dealing With Dyslexia at http://dealingwithdyslexia.com/. Here is our interview from last...
by Dwane | Mar 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Just a reminder. Back again with a live interview and Q&A Tonight. At 7 pm (CTZ), I will be conducting another interview with Mike Thomas, dyslexia expert, from the site: dealingwithdyslexia.com His book is available right here: https://amzn.to/2Gf539X At 8 pm...
by Dwane | Mar 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
I received this question: Would my daughter be equipped to take Lingua Latina 2 if she finishes through Henle 1 lesson 26? Here’s my reply: Unfortunately, it isn’t likely. Here is why. First Year Latin by Robert Henle teaches students 497 words, and most of...
by Dwane | Mar 23, 2018 | Education, Latin
Some time soon, my students and I will finish reading First Year Latin by Robert Henle. I read this book every year. First things first. Praise where praise is due. First Year Latin by Robert Henle will take you to a New Testament reading level. Sort of. More on...
by Dwane | Mar 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Latin Library is a remarkable source of free Latin help. Start here: http://www.thelatinlibrary.com/101/ By clicking on the links you will find lots of helpful downloads. For example, this week a student sent this helpful link to third conjugation -io...
by Dwane | Mar 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
Questions about Visual Latin? Online Latin? Or, just Latin? Live Q&A/orientation class this Monday night. Also… At 7 pm (CTZ), I will be conducting another interview with an expert on dyslexia. At 8 pm (CTZ), I will start the live Q&A. No charge....
by Dwane | Mar 21, 2018 | Uncategorized
July and August are just too hot in Tennessee. I am going to try to stay inside. Ergo… I am planning to teach several summer classes. Here is what I am thinking at the moment. A crash course English grammar (English grammar helps with Latin grammar, and vice...
by Dwane | Mar 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
Last night, I interviewed Mike Thomas, from the website dealingwithdyslexia.com. I really enjoyed this interview. This is a subject I knew little about. This interview helped broaden my own understanding of the subject. The full interview is here: Feel free...
by Dwane | Mar 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
Live Q&A starting in a few minutes. At 7 pm central time zone, I will be interviewing an expert in dyslexia. At 8 pm central, the live Q&A/Orientation will begin. The first hour will be recorded. Register...
by Dwane | Mar 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
Questions about Visual Latin? Online Latin? Or, just Latin? Live Q&A/orientation class tonight. Also… At 7pm (CTZ), I will be interviewing an expert on dyslexia. At 8pm (CTZ), I will start the live Q&A. No charge. Register here (or by clicking Q and A...
by Dwane | Mar 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
I received this question: I was wondering. Is there any — Well written out some way If one spends 2 weeks on each chapter— Well— perhaps (and maybe you do somewhere??) but list out a good schedule that could be followed for those two weeks?? Here is my...
by Dwane | Mar 16, 2018 | Uncategorized
I received this question: My daughter is in your Henle 3 Latin class. Do you provide any grade for the class? Thanks for the info. Here is my reply: Unfortunately, no. As this has been the first year I’ve ever taught Third Year Latin by Robert Henle, I am...
