Abstract
The study of historical languages is often perceived as disconnected from modern linguistic education, despite their significant influence on it. The King’s College London funded project From Classics to Classrooms: Enhancing Linguistic Understanding with Digital Resources (May – December 2025) addresses this gap through the development of PrevNet, a digital resource focusing on motion verbs in Latin and Ancient Greek. This resource is targeted to specialists in different fields (e.g., Linguistics, Languages, Digital Humanities, Cultural History), while also providing accessible linguistic data for a broader audience. PrevNet fosters interactive learning by enabling students to explore linguistic patterns and engage directly with data through digital tools. Its development was informed by tailored teacher training and student workshops held in London secondary schools. This iterative process demonstrates how digital methodologies can bridge historical linguistic research and modern pedagogical practices. This paper discusses the resource’s design and development, highlighting its role in promoting linguistic diversity, strengthening analytical skills, and increasing student engagement with historical languages. We outline the iterative development process, incorporating teacher and student feedback. The project’s impact was evaluated through pre- and post-session questionnaires and student focus groups, assessing linguistic understanding, engagement, and confidence. Our findings demonstrate that digital tools can revitalise interest in ancient languages while equipping students with transferable skills relevant to both ancient and modern language learning.
Presenters
Andrea FarinaPhD Student, Digital Humanities, King's College London, London, City of, United Kingdom Barbara Mc Gillivray
Lecturer in Digital Humanities and Cultural Computation, King's College London, United Kingdom
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Communications and Linguistic Studies
KEYWORDS
Digital Resources, Linguistics, Historical Languages, Language Learning, Motion Verbs, Education
