Boosting Academic Vocabulary with Latin and Classics in Blackpool

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Explore the impact of Latin and Classics on developing academic vocabulary, enhancing communication skills, and supporting literacy strategies in Blackpool. Discover how these subjects can benefit students at various Key Stages, with a focus on boosting vocabulary strategies and oracy. Learn about a research project at Norbreck Primary Academy investigating the role of Latin in academic vocabulary development. Join Peter Wright in opening up Latin and Classics teaching opportunities in the Blackpool area.

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Opening up Latin and Classics teaching in the Blackpool area Peter Wright Classical Civilisation and Ancient History, SLE History

Classics as a genuine tool to: Boost vocabulary strategies at primary school (Key Stage 2), high school (Key Stage 3 and 4) and post 16 (Key Stage 5) Develop oracy and communication skills Compliment existing literacy strategies at all Key Stages

Opportunity Area research grant Does Latin aid in the development of academic vocabulary for Blackpool pupils? Norbreck Primary Academy Year 6 93 pupils Tier two academic words academic word list Assessments included words encountered in Minimus but also unseen words. One year project. One hour a week.