1. Getting to know you - Why did you select this class? Do you know a lot about mythology? Is it something you always wanted to study? Or, were you just in need of a course that fit your busy schedule? Whatever the reason, welcome.
Listen for instructions and participate in the introductory activity.
2. How would you define mythology? What are the answers to Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How? These questions will be the focus of our study this semester.
If you read the class announcement, you have had time to think about the term. Let's share what you found. If you missed the class announcement on Canvas, take five minutes to locate a quotation about mythology that has meaning for you and for your understanding of mythology.
Here are a couple of places to explore. Feel free to do a search of your own.
3. Mythology Today - (two groups)-
Make a list of words, people, places, and things that have mythological links. Here are a few to get you going:
A. Nike - Winged goddess of Victory - A brand of athletic shoes and clothing.
B. Astrology/Astros - Astrea was the daughter of Zeus and Themis. She lived on earth blessing mortals and was placed among the stars as the constellation Virgo. Astrology is the study of the heavens. The Astros are a baseball team.
C. Mars - Roman God of War - The fourth planet from the sun in our solar system'
D. Muse - 9 Daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne - to think or to ponder.
E. Calliope - One of the nine muses/daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne- Goddess of epic poetry - a musical organ of sorts that is often seen on large river, paddle boats.
Now it is your turn.
- Take 10 minutes to make a list.
- Share the word, person, place, or thing along with a brief description of the story associated with the term
- Add an example of how the word is used today.
4. Mythology in Literature and in Movies
Let's see what is available.
Homework: Watch a movie that has mythological links. By Thursday, select the movie and begin viewing. You should be able to find a movie for free. Check libraries and the libraries of friends. YouTube often offers free movies - older, but free!
5. Books for the course: I encourage you to get a copy of Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes by Edith Hamilton. Most of the stories we will be studying are also on-line, but sometimes it is nice to own a copy. Search around. A used copy is just fine.
We will read Antigone - the version we will use is free at: https://mthoyibi.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/antigone_2.pdf
Other readings/books/viewings will be announced as they are needed.
6. In addition to Greek/Roman mythology, what other cultures are of interest to you? Think about it. (Discussion)
7. Homework: Meet the Titans and the 12 Great Olympians
First: In a brief paragraph, discuss the Titans. (10 points)
Second:
A. Name the 12 Olympians (Greek and Roman names)
B. Share three facts about each
C. Identify the special location, item, animal, flower, or object associated with each.
(36 Points)
Be sure to note the source(s) you used to locate the information. (4 Points)
(The EMCC on-line library offers many links to mythological subjects. I encourage you to bookmark the library and visit often.) Here is a link to get you started. If it does not work, go to your EMCC student page and click on Library. Then search with the key words: Greek and Roman Mythology.
Third:
Share which of the Olympians is of most interest to you and explain why. (Paragraph) (10 Points
Total; Points: 60 Points
The Titans were a race of deities, worshiped as the principal gods of the Greek people. They got their name "Olympians" because of where they reside, Mount Olympus. The twelve Olympians are offspring of the Titan Chronos and Rhea. Although Hades is the son of Chronos, his domain is the underworld and is not considered a titan. The twelve Olympians are the first generation of children of titans and are the parents to many gods and goddesses.
ReplyDeleteThe Twelve Olympians Greek names are Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Demeter, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Ares, Hephaestus, Aphrodite, Hermes, and Hestia. The Twelve Olympians Roman names are Jupiter, Juno, Neptune, Pluto, Minerva, Diana, Venus, Mercury, Mars, Vulcan, Vesta, and Hyperion. Zeus is the sky and thunder god in ancient Greek religion, who rules as king of the gods of Mount Olympus. Zeus is the youngest of Chronos and is married to Hera. Zeus's special item is the thunderbolt. Hera is the goddess of women, marriage, family, and childbirth. Hera serves as a mother figure to many gods and goddesses. She is married to Zeus and serves as the queen of the gods. Her symbol is the pomegranate Poseidon is the god of the sea, storms, earthquakes and horses. He is known for protecting sailors and calls Atlantis his home. His symbol is the trident. Demeter is the goddess of the harvest and agriculture, presiding over grains and the fertility of the earth. Demeter is the mother of Persephone. Her Roman equivalent is Ceres. Her symbol is the cornucopia. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena is responsible for the first arachnid. Athena also does not bear children. Her symbol is the olive tree. Apollo is the god of the sun, light, oracles, knowledge, healing and disease. Apollo can be recognized by the bow and arrows he usually carries. He has the ability to spark plague with an arrow. His symbol is the lyre. Artemis is the goddess of the hunt, the wilderness, wild animals, the Moon, and chastity. She is the daughter of Zeus and Leto. Her temple was once considered a seven wonder of the world. Her symbol is bows and arrows. Ares is the Greek god of war. In literature he represents violence and death. His three children included Phobos, Deimos, and Enyo. His symbol is the sword and shield. Hephaestus is the Greek god of blacksmiths, metalworking, carpenters, craftsmen, artisans, sculptors, metallurgy and fire. He was cast off the mountain due to his deformity. He has six children. His symbol is the hammer. Aphrodite is an ancient Greek goddess associated with love, beauty, pleasure, passion and procreation. She has over 13 children, and has served as a surrogate. Her symbol is the rose. Hermes is considered the god of boundaries. He was also viewed as the protector and patron of roads and travelers. His roman equivalent is Mercury. His symbol is a pair of shoes with wings. Hestia is the virgin goddess of the hearth. Her Roman Equivalent is Vesta. Her symbol is the hearth and fire.
The Olympian that is of most interest to me is Apollo. I have always found Greek and Roman mythology interesting. Apollo has always been that figure that I always seem to remember his name, but I never actually get to research him. I hope in this class we will go into depth with the Olympians. I am also interested in Hades even though he is not technically an Olympian.
Sources: GreekMythology.com. “Olympians.” Greek Mythology, GreekMythology.com, 31 Oct. 2018, www.greekmythology.com/Olympians/olympians.html.
“Twelve Olympians: The 12 Olympian Gods of Mount Olympus.” Greek Gods & Goddesses, greekgodsandgoddesses.net/olympians/.