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The Hero's Journey in Film

Completed by 7 learners
Ages 13-18
Live Group Class
Mythology doesn't have to be ancient and boring. Let's watch how it is developing all around us today!
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(1,009 reviews)

Live video meetings
1x per week, 13 weeks
3-10 learners per class
60 min

What's included

13 live meetings
13 in-class hours

Class Experience

Joseph Campbell's "The Hero's Journey" comes to life for today's student in this class demonstrating it through contemporary literature and film.  

The first week, we will learn what "The Hero's Journey" is and how it applies to so much of what we see around us.  We will also discuss the end-of-class project and the expectations for it.

During weeks 2-12, we will discuss  the movies or stories assigned and describe how they follow "The Hero's Journey."  

The final week will consist of student presentations.  Each student will choose a story that we haven't discussed in class to create a presentation around in order to teach the rest of class about "The Hero's Journey" through it.  This will only be a short, five-minute presentation and can be done any number of creative ways.  It should be noted that this class may run under or over time, based on how closely students adhere to the allotted time limit.  

Week 2: Harry Potter (series - books or movies)
Week 3: Star Wars (original trilogy - episodes 4-6)
Week 4: Lord of the Rings (trilogy - books or movies)
Week 5: Hansel and Gretel (original Bros. Grimm version)
Week 6: Billy Madison
Week 7: Lion King
Week 8: Back to the Future
Week 9: Men in Black
Week 10: Spiderman (2002)
Week 11: The Most Dangerous Game (short story)
Week 12: Life is Beautiful

Week 13: Presentations

Students will be required to view or read assignments the week before class (even if they've already done so in the past) in order to be prepared for discussion and Q & A.  In order for class to work, this must occur.  Meaningful participation is required.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Please check the ratings of the movies and preview everything if you feel the need.
Supply List
Access to full films and stories as listed.  Many will be available at your local library.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined April, 2018
4.8
1009reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am an experienced high school English teacher and homeschooling mama with a passion for education, literature, critical thought, and intersectionality.  

Reviews

17 total ratings, 11 with reviews

Review summary for this teacher
The reviews highlight the teacher's effectiveness in making potentially dry or uninteresting subjects engaging for students. The teacher is praised for bringing course materials to life, asking thought-provoking questions, and helping students understand difficult concepts. Students found the classes fun and enjoyed the interactive, hands-on approach. The teacher is also commended for their patience, flexibility, and ability to tailor instruction to individual students' needs.
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My son was required to read The Odyssey over the summer for his school.... 
Meg H.on Sep 7, 2023
This is has been a wonderful experience for my student. Finally, a place... 
Heather J.on Jun 20, 2022
Fantastic, useful class! Thank you for helping our daughter become a... 
Laura O.on Oct 29, 2020
It was a very fun class. The teacher was very helpful. You learn how to... 
Kristin C.on Sep 15, 2020
Becky is a wonderful teacher, full of energy and kindness. 
Roxanneon May 28, 2020
My son loves the DND group 
Tammy S.on May 16, 2020

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