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Blackie, John Stuart
1809
1895
Blackie, J. Stuart
Greek primer, colloquial and constructive
$aUnited Kingdom :$bMacmillan,$c1891.
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"Greek Primer, Colloquial and Constructive" by John Stuart Blackie is an educational language book written in the late 19th century. It serves as an introduction to Greek language learning, focusing on a colloquial approach that integrates conversational practice with grammatical structures. The text emphasizes the need for a revision of traditional methods of language instruction in order to facilitate practical language acquisition. The opening of the book sets the stage by addressing common complaints about the ineffective and tedious nature of language learning. Blackie critiques the reliance on outdated methods that prioritize grammar rules over interactive learning, arguing that a more natural approach can yield better results. He suggests that learning should begin with conversation and contextual language use, advocating for a practical, engaging curriculum that resonates with modern learners' needs. Blackie's preface outlines the importance of a dynamic relationship between the teacher and the learner, reinforcing the idea that language should be a living, not merely a theoretical, practice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/greekprimercollo00blacrich
20210712075101blackie
1891
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Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Greek language -- Grammar
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Category: Language & Communication
Category: Teaching & Education
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