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Mitchell -World Mythology (Section Thur 3)

Instructor
Ms. Carrie Mitchell
Department
Language Arts
Terms
2019-2020 School Year


Assignment Calendar

Course Description

 

Class Title:

World Mythology

Code:

MLA331

Text:

Various Resources

Rating:

3

Prerequisite:

7th grade reading and writing level

Grade:

7­-8

Fees:

None

Max:

15

Can be repeated? No
Description: Norse, Egyptian, Mayan, American Indian, Asian, and other mythologies will be explored through a variety of readings, projects and presentations. This class will enhance students' language arts skills through the lens of mythology. Successful completion of Myths and Heroes or a class in Greek and Roman Mythology is helpful but not required.

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Agenda for Th/Fri, Dec 19/20, 2019

Let's go Back to Kaskia!
        You are a cultural historian archeologist specializing  in the mythology of a certain region of Kaskia.
        Your boss has asked you to produce a diagram of an artifact you have found in your work that has a detailed drawing of the object and an explanation of what you think its purpose/meaning is in terms of the cultures mythos/pantheon, etc. 
          This could be a statue, a temple, a basket, an image/picture/drawing, etc. and should be specific to and make sense in your particular region of Kaskia.
           

Agenda for Th/Fri, Dec 12/13, 2019

       Mythology and Folk Tales
       Mayan, Yoruba (African), Hindu
 
        You can use any organized printed or hand written materials you have from the semester
        No collaboration or googling!
 
If time, let's look into mythological dragons! And, here is an article you can read for more information if you are interested: Dragons in Mythology

Homework Due Th/Fri, Dec. 12/13, 2019

Review!
        To prepare for our final (fun!) test on the mythologies studied this semester (MAYAN, AFRICAN and HINDU), please review any notes, stories, activities you have and organize them so that you have easy access to them.  It would be useful to look over the agendas and homework assignments on this website as well!

Agenda for Th/Fri, Dec. 5/6, 2019

Ganesh
        Short Quiz on the HW: The Story of Ganesh
         Ganesh Video
                Find FIVE (5) Differences from the story you read (write them on your quiz paper
        Ganesh Collage
                Select a figure from the Ganesh Story besides Ganesh
                Include 4+ Images
                A title 
                Three bits of information
                Be thoughtful with how you resize, place, and order images
                   SAMPLE 1 GANESH

Homework due Dec. 5/6, 2019

Please read this story from the Hindu pantheon:  The Story of Ganesh
When you finish, think about the ending and whether or not it makes sense to you. Also, make sure you know the important parts to the story - take notes if you would like. 

Agenda for Th/Fri Nov 14/15, 2019

HW Check:  Short Quiz on Intro to Hindu Mythology 
        Click here: QUIZ
Hindu Mythology:
         Short Video
        Let's take a romp through the Myth Atlas!
            Complete this Scavenger Hunt passed out in class with a partner or individually. 
            Turn it in by the end of class today. 

Homework Due Thur/Fri, Nov 7/8, 2019

Make sure your puppet(s) and props are done and rehearse your movements!

Agenda for Th/Fri, Oct 17/18, 2019

Discuss & Turn in HW - The Rabbit, the Lion, & the Hyena Qs & Illustration w/ Caption
African Folktale Accordion Book Review
        Panel 1.  General Folktale Definition & Information (from Slideshow notes)
        Panel 2.  Common Elements of Folktales (from Slideshow notes)
        Panel 3.  Ananse & Baboon Summary
        Panel 4.  Your In-Class Folktale Moral/Lesson (see Oct 10/11 Agenda below)
        Panel 5.  The Rabbit, the Lion, and the Hyena: How does it qualify as a folktale? 
 
A myth from Fon people of Benin (close rivals of the Yoruba): "The Quarrel Between Sagbata and Sogbo" Read and answer the questions that follow.