* Discover Mythical Beings: Explore the roles, powers, and stories of key Greek gods and 
   goddesses, understanding their significance in ancient Greek society.
* Cultural Understanding: Gain insight into the beliefs, values, and customs of the ancient 
   Greeks through the lens of mythology.
* Critical Thinking: Analyze and compare the traits and attributes of different Greek gods, 
   fostering critical thinking skills and creative expression.
* Imagination and Creativity: Engage in hands-on activities like creating mythical 
   creatures, designing divine symbols, and storytelling to spark imagination and artistic 
   expression.
* Appreciation of Diversity: Appreciate the diversity of characters and narratives within 
   Greek mythology, promoting empathy and cultural awareness.

Through a partnership and collaboration with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and as an administrative teacher of public educational programs for more than ten years, I have taught English and social studies classes, among other subjects, to middle and high school students. Our curriculum met the Missouri Learning Standards and prepared high school students for college. 

In addition, I have received over:

* 75 hours of professional development, specifically in English language arts writing courses
* 50 hours of professional development, specifically in history
* 12 hours of professional development teaching facts about people without personal viewpoints 
* 75 hours of professional development in diversity from all over the world and how to teach diversity 

1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: included
Feedback: included
Details: Students will write a summary paragraph towards the end of class about what they learned in class. This course is designed to learn about Greek gods and goddesses. This will help the students to practice their summary writing. These summaries will be added into the FlipBook Final Project and serve as a study guide for the weekly quizzes.

In addition, students will construct Gods and Goddesses Trading Cards. Materials Needed: cardstock or thick paper for cards, markers, colored pencils, crayons, scissors, glue or tape. Students will design trading cards for each god or goddess, including their name, symbol, powers, and a brief description of their role in Greek mythology.
Then, students are encouraged to illustrate the cards with creative drawings or symbols that represent each deity. Taking pictures and submitting should be completed each week.
Assessment
Frequency: included
Details: The students will be assessed through their weekly summary writings for their FlipBook project as well as their trading cards project. 

In addition, assessments will be based on weekly worksheets and/or quizzes.
Grading
Frequency: included
Details: Grades will be provided upon request. With that being said, after completing the coursework each week, please submit them to me. In turn, I will post the answers in the classroom for the student to review and self-reflect.  

The teacher for the Greek mythology class has curated a selection of credible resources to enhance the learning experience for students. These resources offer in-depth information and engaging content on Greek mythology. While students will not be required to read or watch all of these resources, the teacher will direct students to any of these sources as needed to supplement their understanding of the myths and legends. The resources include:

Books:
     * "Mythology" by Edith Hamilton
     * "D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths" by Ingri d'Aulaire and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire

Websites:
     *Theoi Greek Mythology (theoi.com)
     * Ancient History Encyclopedia (ancient.eu)

Museum Resources:
     * The British Museum
     * The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Educational Platforms:
     * Khan Academy
     * Coursera or edX

Documentaries and Films:
     * "The Greeks" (PBS Documentary Series)
     * "Clash of the Gods" (TV Series)

If required, the teacher will guide students on when and how to use these resources to deepen their understanding of Greek mythology, providing additional context and insights into the rich and captivating world of ancient myths and legends.