METHONI – Modern and Ancient Greek language courses

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Methoni – Modern and Ancient Greek language and culture summer courses

AUGUST 2017

06/08/2017- 19/08/2017

Beginners – Intermediate – Advanced Level

Special courses of Modern Greek Literature and Culture

Ancient Greek course

Greek language and culture private course during August

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This program is designed for those who want to make rapid progress in Modern Greek language and deepen their knowledge of Greece and its culture. It offers an intensive language course for beginner, intermediate and advanced level. The course is 40 hours, divided into 10 days, and includes grammar, reading, speaking, and writing. It also provides an insight into Greek culture and civilization. Special courses of Modern Greek Literature and Culture and of Ancient Greek are offered under request. Our Greek teachers are qualified, specialized and experienced in teaching Greek as a foreign language. The course is combined with lectures, outdoor activities and various tours helping students become more familiar with contemporary Greek culture.

This summer “We Learn Modern Greek” in Methoni, in the South West Peloponnese. We will discover the fascinating small town of Methoni with the uncontaminated beaches, the impressive Venetian Castle and other important monuments, the gastronomy, nature, music and culture of one of the most beautiful places in Greece. Enjoy a cultural vacation of great value in this unique site treating yourself something special: learning the modern or ancient Greek language. From Methoni it will be possible to take one day trips to the island of Sapientza, Olympia, the temple of Apollo in Bassai, Nestor’s Palace, the Mycenaean tombs of Pylos, , the Ancient Messene and other fantastic destinations.

PROGRAM OF COURSES

The lessons will be held in the public school of Methoni and classes, from Monday to Friday, from 09:00 to 13:00. The weekend is dedicated to various cultural activities (optional). It is up to the Alexandria Institute to make changes in the schedule or the location of the lessons if necessary.

• Sunday, August 06, 2017. Arrival in Methoni and check in.

• Monday, August 07 – Friday, August 11 and Monday, August 14 – Friday, August 18, from 9:00 to 13:00: Lessons.

• Friday, August 18, 2017. Graduation with representatives of Alexandria Institute and Greek local authorities.

• Saturday, August 19, 2017. Departure from Methoni and see you next year! It is possible to extent your studies for one or two weeks.

TYPE OF COURSES – LEVELS

Alexandria Institute offers intensive courses of Modern Greek language and Culture for beginners, intermediate and advanced level students.

Beginners

At the end of the seminar, participants are expected to have acquired the skills to: Use everyday vocabulary as well as some basic phrases to communicate. Introduce themselves and be able to ask and answer questions about each others (e.g. where they live, people they know, things they own). Interact in a basic way, provided that the co-speaker uses a clear and slow speech.

Intermediate

(Modern Greek for those with a basic knowledge of the language.) At the end of the seminar, participants are expected to have acquired the skills to: Understand the main points of a clear standard input on common matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure etc. Deal with a variety of situations which are likely to arise while travelling in Greek-speaking countries. Produce a simple, consistent text on everyday topics or on personal interest. Describe events, experiences, dreams, hopes, ambitions. Provide arguments and explain own opinion and plans.

Advanced

(Modern Greek for students who have a solid knowledge of Greek.) At the end of the seminar, participants are expected to have acquired the skills to: Understand the main ideas of a complex text on both practical and abstract topics. Interact fluently and spontaneously with native speakers. Produce a clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects. Explain own point of view on complex issues (stating advantages and disadvantages on a variety of topics).

In addition to the general courses, the following special courses are offered:

Literature and Culture course

The aim of this course is to give a thorough insight into Modern Greek literature, history, art, traditions and other aspects of Greek culture. Good knowledge of the language (advanced level) and extended vocabulary is required.

Ancient Greek Language course

For ancient Greek language students who want to deepen their knowledge of the ancient Greek literature and/or ancient Greek grammar and morphology of the language

LOCATION

The program will be held at Methoni’s public school.

ATTRACTIONS:

Monuments

The prefecture of Messinia has been inhabited for thousands of years, therefore it is disseminated with a great variety of remains of different ages and classical, byzantine and modern witnesses. Monuments and cultural inheritance of Messinia, in combination with the beautiful landscape that surrounds them, create a magic atmosphere that captures even the most demanding visitor.

Beaches

Beaches close to Methoni and around the prefecture of Messinia are countless and satisfy every taste. White sand, big pebbles or steep rocks, all forms coexist side by side and make Messinia a haven for sea lovers. The magnificent Messinian Bay washes one side, while the other one lies on the turquoise Ionian waters.

Nature

Mountain or sea? Rocks or sand? Gorges or mountain tops? Messinia is a charismatic place, and reserves many surprises for those who decide to explore it. For further information visit: http://www.messinia-guide.gr/?lang=en&

CREDITS

The course is organized by Alexandria Institute (Athens) with the collaboration of Arethas Institute (Athens) for Mediterranean Cultural Heritage Projects. The course in Methoni was originally projected and organized from 2002 to 2012 by Meduproject s.r.L. and it’s director prof. Andrea Nanetti with the collaboration of Arethas Institute (Athens) for Mediterranean Cultural Heritage Projects and the Centre for History and Palaeography of the Cultural Foundation of the National Bank of Greece under the auspices of the Faculty of Preservation of Cultural Heritage of Bologna (Ravenna) and the Faculty of Arts, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”.

REGISTRATION AND COST

For registration or information about the Greek language and culture course in Methoni, please fill in the registration form or contact welearngreek@gmail.com or +30 6972526788 or at +30 215 525 8787 (Greece). Please also describe in detail your previous knowledge of Modern Greek language, both written and spoken, as well as whether you have any knowledge of Ancient Greek. Additionally you may also add any preferences and interests regarding history, music, dance or other aspects of Greek culture.

METHONI 06 August to 19 August 2017 – COMPLETE PACKAGE: 890 EURO

THE COMPLETE PACKAGE in METHONI includes:

• The course: 40 hours of lessons divided into 10 days taught by native teachers with experience in teaching Greek as a foreign/second language. That is 5 + 5 days of lessons with a break of 2 days dedicated to excursions and various cultural activities (optional).

• All teaching material (books, photocopies, CD).

• Accommodation for 13 nights in hotel Castello in the centre of Methoni (double room shared with another student with out breakfast, air-conditioning, telephone, fridge, view to the castle and the village, TV).

• A dinner at the end of the course in a typical Greek tavern.

EXTRAS FOR SINGLE ROOMS AND FOR FRIENDS OR RELATIVES

If you wish to have your own room there is a supplementary charge. There is also an extra fee if you wish to share a double room with a friend or a relative who doesn’t want to attend the courses.

Single room 06 August to 19 August 2017 +€ 250
Double room 06 August to 19 August 2017 +€ 330

ONE WEEK COURSE

Those without the possibility of staying in Greece for 2 weeks can choose a 1 WEEK COURSE, being the first week of every 2-week intensive course (day 1 till day 7, check in Sunday, check out Sunday). Please indicate the one week package type you desire (beginners, intermediate, advanced). The one week courses take place during the following dates:

METHONI 06 August to 13 August 2017 ONE WEEK PACKAGE: 690 EURO.

THE ONE WEEK PACKAGE includes:

• The course: 20 hours of lessons divided into 5 days taught by native teachers with experience in teaching Greek as a foreign/second language. After the 5 days of tuition there is one free day dedicated to various cultural activities and excursions (optional).

• All teaching material (books, photocopies, CD).

• Accommodation for 7 nights in hotel Castello in the centre of Methoni (single room with air-conditioning, telephone, fridge, view to the castle and the village, TV, breakfast not included).

ONLY TUITION: For students who desire to attend the course without the accommodation offered above, the fee for the TWO WEEK COURSE is 550 EURO and for the ONE WEEK COURSE is 350 EURO.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Students who wish to continue their studies in Greek language and culture have the possibility to continue for one or two more weeks.

SPECIAL OFFERS

For friends or couples who wish to attend the TWO WEEK COURSE there is a 10% discount off 10% tuition fees. Group enrolments (3 or more participants) of the same level have a discount of 15%. Returning students have also a discount of 10% in the tuition fee.

TRIPS AND TOURS – EXCURSIONS

Teachers are also available to organize dinners, small boat trips and excursions with the students (the costs of which is paid by the students). Our teachers will be available to accompany and guide you in the most historical and characteristic places in the area of Messinia. The minimum cost per person is 20 € and a minimum number of 5 persons is required. You can choose one or more of the following excursions.

EXCURSION 1: Ancient Messene, Temple of Apollo in Basai.

EXCURSION 2: Pylos, Gialova, Nestor’s Palace and Voidokilia beach.

EXCURSION 3: Finikounta, Tsampi beach and Koroni.

EXCURSION 4: Boat trip in the Navarino bay and visit in the historic island of Sfaktiria.

EXCURSION 5: Ancient Olympia.

PAYMENT

Bank transfer to Alexandria Institute (Athens). Please contact us for bank details at welearngreek@gmail.com or +30 6972 526 788 or at +30 215 525 8787

DEADLINES:

Deadline for registration and payment for METHONI TWO MONTHS before the beginning of the lesson.

GETTING TO METHONI

The program will be held at Methoni’s public school.

Προβολή μεγαλύτερου χάρτη

Ferries from Bari or Ancona to Patras. Then by car or bus (Zaimi St. 2 & Othonos Amalias St. tel. +30.2610.623.886-8) to Methoni, about 210 km (via Pirgos – Kiparissia – Pylos)

By airplane to Athens and then by bus (Terminal A, Kifissou Str. 100)

or by taxi to Methoni (about 320 km

(via Corinto – Tripoli – Kalamata – Pylos)

By airplane to Kalamata and then by bus or taxi to Methoni, about 50 km (via Pylos).

For your trip to/from Methoni you can always consult a local travel agency