Greek Mythology: The Twelve Olympians
In this 6-week course, learners will dive into the world of Greek Mythology by learning more about the major myths, symbols, and traits of the Olympian Gods.
Elizabeth Jay
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What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. During Week 2 and Week 4, writing assignments/prompts will be posted for students to complete. Discussion questions will also be posted weekly.Assessment
There will be weekly quizzes provided on Nearpod to complete after each video lesson. These will be 8 questions long and test for learning comprehension of that week's topics. At the end of the course, there will be a longer test with 25 questions that covers topics from the entire course.Grading
Grades can be provided by request.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
▬▬▬▬▬▬ COURSE SUMMARY ▬▬▬▬▬▬ This is an introductory class to the world of Greek Mythology. There are many myths, Gods, and Goddesses within Greek mythology, but this course will focus on the 12 Olympian Gods, plus two others. In all, we will cover 14 Gods/Goddesses. No prior knowledge is needed for this course, as it is an intro course. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Self-Paced Format ▬▬▬▬▬▬ This is a self-paced class, with NO live component. For this class, a recorded presentation (about 30-40 minutes long) will be posted once a week discussing the Gods, Goddesses, and myths specified for each week. Learners are encouraged to write down their questions during the video lesson and post them on the class page. ACTIVITIES: - Each week, three discussion questions will be posted to the classroom for learners to respond to and discuss. - After Week 2, learners will write a short letter in the voice of an assigned God. - After Week 4, another writing assignment will be given for learners to complete and submit. The assignment will include two prompts. Learners will choose which one they want to do and complete the assignment. - During the last week, there will be a short online test for learning comprehension. - There will also be pop quizzes available for learning comprehension each week. Assignments and discussion questions are created to help engage with the information they learn throughout the course in an enjoyable, creative way. If parents/learners would like a letter grade for either writing assignment/the course, I can provide that as requested.
Learning Goals
- Be able to identify all 14 Gods/Goddesses, personality traits, and unique symbols
- Understand the basics about Ancient Greek people, culture, and the worship of their gods
- Learn some of the most famous myths and key events in Greek mythology
- Discuss these myths and form their own opinions about the characters in each one
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
The Big Three: Zeus, Poseidon, & Hades
An overview of Ancient Greece as a society, personality traits and symbols of the Big Three, the story behind the first Olympian Gods vs Titans, Hades' role in the Underworld, and the story of Poseidon, Delphinus, and Amphitrite. Lesson 2:
Hera & Demeter
This lesson will cover the personality traits and symbols of Hera & Demeter, the story of Hera and her rivalry with Heracles, Demeter's role as a goddess of nature, and the relationship between Demeter and Persephone. Lesson 3:
Hestia & Dionysus
This lesson will cover their traits and symbols, Hestia's priestesses and her unique role in Ancient Greek culture, how Dionysus was worshipped, and how he became an Olympian God. Lesson 4:
Ares, Aphrodite, & Hephaestus
This lesson will cover the personality traits and symbols of Ares, Aphrodite, & Hephaestus, the unusual births for each of these three deities, the myth of Ares and the magic rocks, and Aphrodite's relationship with Hephaestus and Ares. Other Details
Parental Guidance
Nearpod will be used for weekly quizzes that align with the video lesson.
Supply List
Writing prompts/assignments will be attached and posted as a document.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in English from Southern New Hampshire University
I have an M.A. in English, with a minor in History, and specialized in Mythology and Ancient Literature. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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Ages: 9-15
