Medieval Folklore
In this one-time class, we will be looking at tales of mythical creatures, folklore, and magic in the Middle Ages.
Shannon Jones, Historian, (MA European History)
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(56)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
In this class, we will be covering folklore (legends, myths, ancient, and regional histories) that tie into the Medieval Period (476 CE – 1500 CE). This lore will involve stories and discussions about unicorns, dragons, ogres, and tales of magic. The stories we will be looking at are a collection of tales primarily from the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, and the European Mediterranean Region. The class is taught in a lecture and slideshow style. This one-time presentation will be broken up between the different categories of folklore: Animal Tales (unicorns; werewolves), Realistic Tales (Knight's Templar), Tales of Magic (Merlin; witchcraft) Tales of the Stupid Ogre (The Ogre and the Cat), and Regional Stories (Robin Hood; Appollonius of Tyre; King Lear). Just to give a few examples. We will also be discussing our thoughts on several of the stories and our current point of view as compared to when the story was written. All of the stories, contemporary documents, and questions will be showing in the slideshow for students to follow along with the instruction. No additional materials are needed for the class. Students are welcome to participate in the lecture, or to just listen; whichever is the most comfortable for them.
Learning Goals
To learn more about what stories were told during the medieval period.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
"Medieval Folklore," World History Encyclopedia.
"Medieval Folklore," Folklore Thursday
Medieval Folklore: A Guide to Myths, Legends, Tales, Beliefs, and Customs by Carl Lindahl, John McNamara, and John Lindow (Oxford University Press)
The New Arthurian Encyclopedia by Norris J. Lacy
"Top Ten Myths and Legends of Medieval Times by Medieval Chronicles
Joined April, 2018
4.8
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in History from University of Nebraska at Kearney
I am a historical researcher and teacher with an M.A. in Early European History. I've been teaching on medieval history and science for four years. Additionally, I have been giving lectures on folklore topics for six years. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$25
per classMeets once
75 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
1-7 learners per class
