Discusses reforms in curriculum development in classical studies programs in English secondary schools. (RL)

Observes the changing Latin curriculum in England for those preparing to take "O"-Level examinations and concludes that "understanding" is replacing "knowledge" as the primary educational objective. (RL)

Revised version of a paper read at a meeting of the Joint Association of Classical Teachers held May 15, 1971, at the University of Reading, England. (DS)

The importance of cultural education in Latin programs is illustrated in remarks concerning language, literature, and archaeology. (RL)

The future of Greek in the English school system is seen to be directly dependent on two major issues discussed in this paper. The author argues in the first instance for the teaching of Greek literature in translation, particularly to the non-specialist. The second issue of importance is treated in a review of program articulation and examination…

The rationale for the establishment of a curriculum in the recently founded University of Sussex, England, which does not offer full programs in classical or medieval studies, is examined in this paper. Intent on developing a program which has as its scope "a general background in European culture", the university offers programs,…

Noting the sharp decline in Latin studies in England, the author reviews the rationale and educational objectives which serve as the foundation for existing programs. Commentary is made on the roles of science, history, literature, and philosophy in the curriculum. The function of classical studies is seen to be related largely to the development…