What are some of the different versions of freedom (in broad terms as well as specific to speaking truthfully) in either ancient Greece or Rome, and how do these versions differ to our modern conception of freedom?
What are some of the different versions of freedom (in broad terms as well as specific to speaking truthfully) in either ancient Greece or Rome, and how do these versions differ to our modern conception of freedom?
What are some of the different versions of freedom (in broad terms as well as specific to speaking truthfully) in either ancient Greece or Rome, and how do these versions differ to our modern conception of freedom?
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5. Freedom of speech is thought to originate in classical Athens (480-430 BC) and is also found in the Roman Republic (509-31 BC).
However, it is conceived of very differently depending on the time and place. What are some of the different versions of freedom (in broad
terms as well as specific to speaking truthfully) in either ancient Greece or Rome, and how do these versions differ to our modern
conception of freedom? Please refer to specific periods, places, individuals and texts in your answer.
Research Essay
The Essay in this course is focussed upon argumentation (rather than mere opinion) using a range of relevant texts and particularly texts with high credibility. Resources are provided in MyUni to assist with readings about essay writing and with practical guidance (see for example, ‘How to write a magnificent essay in nine short points’). There will also be discussion and practical activities concerning essay writing in the seminar program. Your tutor will be able to assist you with advice on the presentation of essays and with ways to improve your writing skills. If you think that your written work would benefit from further assistance, contact the Arts Study Skills Team: (see ‘Support’ at the end ofthis document for links).
There are also many books that give advice on essay writing (see for example, J. Clanchy and B. Ballard, Essay Writing for Students: A Guide for Arts and Social Science Students, Longman Cheshire, Melbourne, 1981; K. Windschuttle and E. Elliot, Writing, Researching, Communicating: Communication Skills for the Information Age, McGraw Hill, Sydney, 1995). You should feel free to discuss the exact style and format of any written work with your tutor as they will most likely be the ones marking your work. In this essay it is essential that you provide at least ten (10) scholarly sources in your reference list, with in-text references support to specific points in your essay body. Sources in your reference list are not included in your word count, but quotations and in-text references within the body of your essay are. There is flexibility of 10% on the word count, meaning that you can write 10% too much or 10% too little without penalty.