High School Mythology (Self-Paced)
Jennifer Smith, M.A. in English (she/her)
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(130)
In this 12-week (semester) self-paced class, students will read, analyze, and make connections between texts while studying mythology.
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
During this self-paced class, students will be taught about the gods, goddesses, heroes, and villains of Greek Mythology. They will learn about earlier mythologies that influenced Greek Mythology as well as later mythologies that were influenced by the Greeks. Students will also discover the relevance of mythology in our world today. Using Edith Hamilton's Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes as our guide, we will explore the worlds of Greek, Roman, Norse, Egyptian, and Middle...
12 lessons//12 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Classical Mythology and The GodsThe Mythology of the Greeks; The Greek and Roman Writers of Mythology; The Titans; The Twelve Great Olympians; The UnderworldWeek 2Lesson 2The Lesser Gods, The Roman Gods, and The Creation of MankindThe Lesser Gods of Earth; The Roman Gods; Demeter; Dionysus/Bacchus; How The World and Mankind Were CreatedWeek 3Lesson 3Early Heroes, Flower Myths, and Lovers Part 1Prometheus and Io; Europa; The Cyclops Polyphemus; Flower Myths; Cupid and Psyche; Pyramus and Thisbe; Orpheus and EurydiceWeek 4Lesson 4Lovers Part 2 and AdventurersCeyx and Alcyone; Pygmalion and Galatea; Baucis and Philemon; Endymion; Daphne; Alphaeus and Arethusa; The Quest for the Golden Fleece; Phaethon; Pegasus and Bellerophon; Otus and Ephialtes; DaedalusWeek 5Lesson 5The Great Heroes Before the Trojan WarPerseus; Theseus; Hercules (Herakles); AtalantaWeek 6Lesson 6The Heroes of the Trojan WarThe Trojan War; The Fall of Troy; The Adventures of OdysseusWeek 7Lesson 7Aeneas: Founder of RomeThe Adventures of AeneasWeek 8Lesson 8The Great Families of Mythology: Part OneThe House of AtreusWeek 9Lesson 9The Great Families of Mythology: Part TwoThe Royal House of Thebes; The Royal House of AthensWeek 10Lesson 10The Less Important Myths Part 1Midas and Other Minor MythsWeek 11Lesson 11The Less Important Myths Part 2Brief Myths Arranged by Alphabetical OrderWeek 12Lesson 12Introduction to Norse MythologyThe Stories of Signy and Sigurd; The Norse Gods; Project is due (poem or essay comparing yourself to one of the mythological characters studied during this class)
Students will gain knowledge of various mythologies, their influences on each other, and discover the impact these stories continue to have on culture.
I have a MA in English, and I currently teach several other Mythology classes on Outschool. I previously taught a mythology class to high schoolers using this book in a homeschool co-op setting. I have also taught my children Mythology as part of our homeschool curriculum. I read and studied Mythology in high school and college. I became an adult who continued to immerse myself in the mythologies of various cultures. All topics related to violence or sexual content will be handled carefully and appropriately. Students will be given ample time to express their thoughts and feelings about these stories. Parents can also read through the book with their children.
Homework Offered
Students will be expected to read each week's posted reading assignments, post their answers to discussion questions, and watch and respond to posted video lectures each week.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Learner progress will be assessed through their typed responses to each lesson post.Grades Offered
Grades provided upon request
2 files available upon enrollment- Students need to purchase Edith Hamilton's book titled "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes." - Paper, pens/pencils for taking notes OR note-taking app
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There are some myths that contain violence and sexual content. All topics related to violence or sexual content will be handled in an appropriate manner. Parents are welcome to read through the book with their children if they would like.
Students need to purchase Edith Hamilton's book titled "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes." Teacher Sources: Bulfinch's Mythology Homer's The Iliad Homer's The Odyssey The Poetic Edda The Prose Edda The Hero With A Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell Shakespeare and the Folktale by Charlotte Artese Shakespeare's Folktale Sources by Charlotte Artese Poetry from various sources
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(130)
I teach Literature, Writing, Poetry, Mythology, and Folklore classes for Middle and High School. I also teach a small selection of classes for elementary-aged students and preschoolers. I have a BS in Elementary Education and a MA in English. I...
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Ages: 14-18
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