Viking Myths and Monsters! - Mythological Creatures Explored
In this one-time course students will learn about creatures and monsters from Viking (Nordic) Mythology in order to face off in a debate about which creature would come out on top!
Rhoades
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(42)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this one time class, students will learn about multiple mythical beasts, creatures, and monsters from Viking Mythology. This session will include some of the following: -Fenrir the Wolf -Jormungandr the World Serpent -Jotun (giants) -Kraken -Sleipnir -Trolls -Valkyries The format of the class will be students exploring each of the different creatures through interactive hyperdocs, with conversations, videos, discussions, and multi-media. Then the fun will begin: Students will partner up and plan an argument for why their creature is the most powerful or able to defeat their opponents. We will use a single bracket elimination to find out which creature is in fact the most powerful. While no background knowledge is required, interest is preferred. Students should have an open mind and enjoy talking with other students and participating in discussions. This is an interactive class!
Learning Goals
Students will gain a great deal of information about the different creatures featured in the Viking mythos. Students will practice debate skills, using evidence and argumentation.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Vikings were violent and their myths and stories sometimes feature violence and drinking. We will be exploring topics like weaponry and war, monsters, and combat, though these are not the focus of this class. The focus of this class is the mythical beasts and how to kill them.
Google Slides will be used as a screen share only.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Google Slides will be used as a screen share only.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from Kennesaw State University
I am certified to teach English and Language Arts from 6th to 12 grade. I have a bachelors in English Education from Kennesaw State University, and I am in a master's program for English Education at the same university. Additionally, I am gifted certified and hold a micro-endorsement in dramatic writing. I am certified to teach this course and have taught this unit of study as part of a larger high school year long Mythology course at a public high school for two years. I have taught this portion of the course to students in this age range (freshmen to seniors). Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 30 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-10 learners per class
