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"Exploring Greek Roots: Academy 🎓"

  • Writer: GLA_teacher
    GLA_teacher
  • Aug 18, 2024
  • 1 min read

What Does It Mean?

The word "Academy" traces its origins to Ancient Greece:


  • Ἀκαδημία (Akademia): Named after Akademos, a hero in Greek mythology.

It originally referred to the grove where the philosopher Plato taught his students in Athens.


Why Is It Important?

Over time, "Academy" came to represent institutions dedicated to learning and education. Today, it’s synonymous with schools, universities, and scholarly communities worldwide. 🏛️


Quick Quiz: Where did the term "Academy" originally come from?

  1. A Greek hero

  2. A Roman emperor

  3. A famous book



Answer:

  1. A Greek hero 🦸‍♂️




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