Mythology in Popular Culture: Greek, Norse, Japanese, Egyptian (Self-Paced)
Join us in exploring the mythology and culture of 4 legendary ancient civilizations, including their effect on pop culture classics like Percy Jackson, Marvel's Thor, Studio Ghibli movies, and The Mummy!
Nick Babyak, M. Ed.
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4.8
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
In this 4 Lesson Self-Paced Class, we'll explore four of the world's most fascinating Ancient Mythologies. Each week will focus on a different mythology, including modern renditions in popular culture and lessons on the history and culture of each Ancient Civilization. If you're interested in one/some of the 4 mythologies, but not all of them, let me know and I can arrange a partial Self-Paced class for you at a prorated discount. This is a Self-Paced class with no live meetings. Each of the 4 Lessons includes a pre-recorded Lesson Video (plus an Optional Worksheet for comprehension) with accompanying Discussion posts, where students will do activities and engage in a back-and-forth with the teacher. Students are also welcome to message me or arrange Q&A or live "office hours" for additional support. I also offer this as a Live Class: https://outschool.com/classes/world-mythology-in-popular-culture-greek-norse-japanese-egyptian-hinduism-bKUIqK1o if your student prefers one of those methods of instruction. See you in class! Class listing photo from Age of Empires Fandom
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Greek Mythology
Featuring Percy Jackson, Disney's Hercules, and a discussion on the inventions of Ancient cultures that are still used today 20 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Norse
Including Marvel's Thor and Loki, and what makes a story a "classic" 16 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Japanese
Studio Ghibli's "Spirited Away", "My Neighbor Totoro", and other anime, plus how mythology teaches morals/lessons Lesson 4:
Egyptian
With Indiana Jones and The Kane Chronicles, and why mythology and other stories change based on time and location Other Details
Parental Guidance
Clips from PG-13 movies will be shown, but will be pre-screened by the instructor to be age-appropriate for the class (no gratuitous violence, sexuality, profanity, etc)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2018
4.8
1491reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University College London
Bachelor's Degree from Georgetown University
I'm a huge mythology buff and currently teach popular and well-reviewed live Outschool classes in Greek, Norse, Japanese, and Egyptian Mythology in Popular Culture. I've also studied ancient cultures at Georgetown University, including a class in Ancient Greek Religion. I'm combining them together here in the Self-Paced format and am excited to share my knowledge and love of ancient culture and mythology with you!Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$10
weekly or $40 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 8-13
