Encyclopedia of Mythology: Celts
From [A]mun to [Z]eus, learn about different cultures through the lens of anthropology as we explore Celtic mythology and religious practices!
Susan Lanigan
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(243)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
The Encyclopedia of Mythology is a series of one-time classes that explores the sacred stories of various past and present cultures, as well as how those stories fit into secular society. Take one course, take them all, and in any order you choose! The Celts were a cultural group that spanned the entirety of Western and Central Europe through the European "Iron Age," with unique spiritual beliefs that varied based on geographic location and dialect. In this section of Encyclopedia of Mythology, we'll explore the anthropology of Celtic religion, including Irish gods and legendary heroes, the archaeology of Celtic Britain, and the consequences of Roman conquest of Western Europe and the British Isles. The class will begin with a brief discussion about what learners might already know, followed by an interactive lecture with accompanying visual aids. At the end of the class, we'll review and discuss our findings and try to relate them to other cultures throughout history, to explore how connected all human beings really are!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Many religions, and particularly their mythologies, do contain some adult themes, primarily around sexuality and violence. Concepts such as incest among polytheistic deities or the commission of violent acts may be mentioned. They are addressed in a mature and secular manner, but will not be defined -- therefore, students should be familiar with, and not upset by, some of these concepts in an academic setting.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2016
4.8
243reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I received a BA in Cultural Anthropology from Tulane University, and wrote my Honour's Thesis on funerary and mortuary practices throughout differing cultural groups, and how these practices relate to spirituality and religion. The myths and sacred stories of cultures help us understand a variety of aspects of their daily life, and the secular and anthropological study of all spiritual concepts is, in my view, essential to understanding what makes us a global community.
Furthermore, for this class specifically, I was born and raised in Ireland as a native speaker of Irish Gaelic, and many of the sacred stories of the Celts continue to be a part of my own cultural heritage. Students will benefit from an in-depth and insider view of the subjects within the class, and also receive a great lesson on how to read and pronounce some Gaelic words!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$18
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 15 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-14 learners per class
