UQ Latin and Greek Digital Classics Project

Project title: 

UQ Latin and Greek Digital Classics Project

Project duration:

6 weeks

Expected hours per week:

20 hours/week

Description:

The UQ Latin and Greek Digital Classics Project is seeking a classical languages student to help create interactive online activities for beginner Latin and Greek students (GREK1110 and LATN1110).

Driven by student requests for more digital resources, this project aims to provide a fun, engaging, and effective way for students—many of whom are new to language learning—to master essential vocabulary and grammar.

Expected outcomes and deliverables:

The successful applicant will design and build interactive activities to support beginner Latin and Greek language students. The applicant will ensure these activities align with the curriculum and meet the specific needs of new language learners. The student will develop skills in content creation, quality assurance, and data management. The role involves creating new activities, testing them for accuracy, and contributing to a comprehensive project database. The applicant will also have a unique opportunity to gain experience in digital classics, including pedagogy and user experience. The student may be involved in content-focused research, integrating cultural context, and exploring the use of AI in digital learning.

Suitable for:

Undergraduate or Honours student. Completion of 1^st year Greek and Latin courses, or equivalents, is essential. Completion of 2^nd year Greek or Latin, or equivalent, desirable.

Primary Supervisor:

Dr Annabel Florence (Greek) and Dr Janette McWilliam (Latin)

Further info:

Dr Annabel Florence (a.florence@uq.edu.au) and Dr Janette McWilliam (j.mcwilliam@uq.edu.au)