education Flashcards
what was the Literator
teacher for children (mostly boys) aged 7-12
what was learnt and what on with the Literator
basic reading, writing and maths were learnt. using a wax tablet and stylus
what was the Grammaticus
teacher for boys, aged 12 - 16
what was learnt and what on with the Grammaticus
greek, literature, music, history and mathematics were learnt. using papyrus paper and ink quill pens
what was the Rhetor
teacher for wealthy boys aged 16+
what was learnt and what on with the Rhetor
oratory, public speaking, philosophy, literature and debating. using Papyrus paper and ink quill pens
what education happened after the age of 18
wealthy boys could go to Athens and study philosophy further
who was the Paedogogus
the family slave,
they would look after the children at school making sure they behave and that the child was safe.
where were schools located
in simple rooms, often rented. they could be behind shops, outside.
