The college is making it possible for you to earn a letter grade or a pass/fail grade. Since the students in this class were passing with flying colors before our very extended break, I suggest that you go with the letter grade option option. Your GPA will thank you for that decision.
The other option is a pass/fail grade. A PASS will not figure into your GPA. Your remarkable letter grade will. Think about it and let me know your choice at this time by completing Week B/Activity #1. If the information I read holds, you will be able to change your mind until April 30. You must actually be passing with at least a "C" to earn the Pass grade.
Week B/Activity #1
After reading the information about Letter Grade or Pass/Fail grade, simply write "Letter Grade" or Pass/Fail in the assignment box. That will earn you 25 points!
Week B/ Activity #2
This is a week to learn about and discuss heroes - then and now.
Looking to the Greeks, they often thought a hero was the offspring of a god and a mortal - a demigod.
That does not mean that all demigods were heroes. Not all Greek heroes were demigods either. (Remember Odysseus?)
A simple definition is one who stands out from ordinary individuals in actions. The Greeks and later the Romans were involved in many wars. It is not surprising that many of their heroes were warriors.
There have been heroes from other times and other cultures. Some of you might remember hearing about Beowulf and King Arthur.
Heroes are not limited to the battlefield. Some heroes were artists who dared to paint in unique styles. Other heroes were scientists who spoke the truths of the universe even when it went against common beliefs to do so. Others set off on voyages or trecks of discovery new places. They led the way.
Get to know these frour major Greek heroes.
Read the stories.
View the videos. Complete the details of this bulleted list for each. 80 points
If you want to search for additonal readings or videos, feel free!
- Birth
- Goal or Quest
- Journey
- Friend(s) or Guide
- Danger
- Darkness
- Success
- Qualities
- Links to Gods or Goddesses
- Enemies
Perseus
Link: https://www.greekmythology.com/Myths/Heroes/Perseus/perseus.html (Be sure to pay attention to all of the god and goddesses types mentioned here.)
Theseus
Jason
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiFZn0l7EYE
If you have never watched the 1963 mega movie and have nothing better to do as you are sheltering at home, here is a link to that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14rK5zBr1lU&t=21s
Hercules
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hezM-oHlUTM
After learning about all four, in a paragraph or two explain which you like the best. Explain why that hero is your choice. 20 points
Total: 100
Week B/Activity 2 - Powerful Women of the Ancient World
So far, our study of heroes has focused on Greek men. For this assignment, you will be meeting heroic women. Many come from far away and long ago.
Read about these heroes at: https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-famous-people/ten-powerful-and-fearsome-women-ancient-world-002947
You will meet 10 powerful and fearsome women.
A. Complete the following for each of the 10:
1.Provide name, culture, enemies, and time
2. Briefly describe the heroic actions that made the woman famous. What did she accomplish?
B. Select one of the 10 to get to know better. Conduct research by searching for information at two or more sources. Then, write tell the rest of the story. Be sure to include your sources.
If you know of another powerfully famous woman not on this list, feel free to research about and then introduce her instead of one of the ladies on this list. Be sure to included your sources.
Points: 60 for Part A + 40 for Part B = 100 points\
Week B/ Activity #3: Heroes from Around the World
Top 10 lists are quite popular. You can find list for the top 10 restaurants, destinations, hiking trails, or baby names, just to list a few.
Read about 10 heroes from cultures other than Greek or Roman: https://listogre.com/2016/07/22/top-10-great-mythical-heroes/ (Sorry, one is Greek)
Select three non-Greek or Roman heroes to investigate further. What is the whole story? Why did the specific culture need such a hero? What heroic deeds did the person complete? What good came from the work of the hero? Share a picture or two for each along with the story. Remember to give credit to your sources.
20 points for each hero's story.
10 points for the pictures/art for each hero
10 total points for the sources
Total: 100 points
Week B - Activity #4 Discussion Board
The discussion board is an important element in a virtual class as it adds a touch of reality to the virtual world.
Almost every day during this pandemic, I have come across an article about the heroes who are fighting for us. Perhaps you have heard about nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals who are caring for the sick without the the protective masks and clothing they need to stay safe themselves. You have probably been helped by someone in the grocery store who, without protective gear, stocked shelves or rang up your order at the end of your shopping adventure. Maybe you know someone whohas been sewing masks and other protective gear. Think about it and tell the group about a hero you know or have seen.
If you can't think of any current heroes, look to your own family's past. Surely there is someone who did something great there.
The first post should be a response to: Who is your hero? or Who are your heroes? Post the first entry on the discussion board by midnight on Friday, April 17, 2020. (30 points)
Post two responses to others by 6:00 am on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. (10 points each)
50 points total
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