WebQuest: Greek Mythology of Olympian Gods- Zeus (Middle School)
Part 1 of a 12-part series studying the Greek gods via the WebQuest method that promotes research skills and is highly learner-directed. #superstar
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Work not completed in class should be finished as homework.Assessment
Peer and self-evaluationsClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Webquests are a great way for learners to explore a subject with exciting themes! They will be empowered to make choices while challenged to gather information in an organized manner to create an in-depth presentation to share with the class at the end of the 4 sessions. This is the first part of a 12-part series studying the Olympian Gods from Greek Mythology. In each 4-week course we will take a deep dive into one of the twelve Olympian Gods. This part will focus on Zeus. Day 1- Introductions and beginning research. Today's task is to learn about the god and fill out a profile sheet. Day 2- Continue research and write. Today's task is to write a journal-style explanatory essay about the god. Day 3- Decide and create a visual presentation. Today's task is to choose a visual presentation and create it. Day 4- Share and evaluate. Today's task is to share your work and evaluate yourself and others. The teacher will explain the WebQuest and the task of each day. The teacher will be available to guide, answer questions, and brainstorm through each session. Learners are encouraged to interact with each other and the teacher while working. Work not finished in class should be completed between classes. The visual presentation on Day 3 will likely require work after class. Templates for the profile sheets and journal-style explanatory essays will be provided in Google Doc or Slides and printable pdf format. The main landing page in the class with be a teacher-created Google Website. Students will click links that will take them to various articles about Greek Mythology. All material has been vetted. No logins or accounts are required when accessing the links in the WebQuest. Please see the external resources and sources section of this listing for more details. **Please note that Greek Mythology graphics occasionally include pictures of nudity, including genitalia. Parental discretion is advised.** Here are the twelve Olympians we will study in each 4-week course. Look for the others! Zeus Hera Poseidon Demeter Athena Ares Apollo Artemis Hermes Aphrodite Hestia Hades
Learning Goals
Learners will:
increase their knowledge about Greek gods-Zeus
strengthen their research abilities
practice essay writing skills
practice public speaking skills
give and receive constructive criticism
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners will be provided links to click during class to access research material. Students will click links that will take them to various articles about Greek Mythology. This will be for reading only. All material has been vetted. No logins or accounts are required when accessing the links in the WebQuest. Please see the external resources and sources section of this listing for more details.
**Please note that Greek Mythology graphics occasionally include pictures of nudity, including genitalia. Parental discretion is advised.**
Supply List
Learners will need to access Google docs, slides, and weblinks. Learners who would like to work with pencil and paper should request copies to print before class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
- Google Docs
- Google Slides
- Google Website
- Greek Mythology Tours
- Rick Riordan
- Greek Mythology for Kids
- Kid's Kiddle Greek Mythology
- Ducksters Gree Mythology
- History for Kids Ancient Greek Gods
- National Geographics Kids Greek Gods and Goddesses
- Twinkl The Greek Gods and Goddesses Facts
- Kid's Britannica Greek Mythology at a Glance
- Greek Gods and Goddesses
- Story Nory Whos Greek Gods
- Theoi Greek Mythology
Sources
Webquest will be hosted on a Google Website.
Links provided for research material (see external list)
Google Docs, Slides, Sites, and Forms will be used.
PDF copies are available for all learners who prefer to use pen and paper. Please message the teacher PRIOR to class to gain access to printable PDF copies.
Sources learners will pick from to research the gods:
https://greekmythologytours.com/blog/351-the-greek-gods-and-their-demigod-children-in-percy-jackson#:~:text=In%20Percy%20Jackson%20and%20the,cabin%20at%20Camp%20Half%2DBlood.
https://rickriordan.com/extra/meet-the-greek-gods/
https://www.kidslovegreece.com/en/greece_online/greek-mythology-for-kids-greek-gods-their-symbols-and-temples-in-greece/
https://kids.kiddle.co/Percy_Jackson%27s_Greek_Gods#Gods
https://www.ducksters.com/history/ancient_greek_mythology.php
https://www.historyforkids.net/ancient-greek-gods.html
https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/history/greece/greek-gods/
https://www.twinkl.com/blog/the-greek-gods-and-goddesses-facts-for-kids
https://kids.britannica.com/students/article/Greek-mythology-at-a-glance/624589
https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/
https://www.theoi.com/greek-mythology/olympian-gods.html
https://www.storynory.com/whos-greek-gods/
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Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
1-8 learners per class
