3/31 - Creation Myth/ Native American

What we did in class:

We discussed what comprised creation myths.

We watched the following videos.

We discussed similarities and differences between these myths

We then spent time researching our individual gods using the reference books in class

Classwork:
Pick two myths we have studied and write down two similarities and two differences. Turn it in with your name.

5 points

Homework:

Read Myth & Meaning p. 140-149

3/21 - Creation Myth / Norse

What we did in class:

1)  Refreshed what we talked about concerning archetypes

2) Students took five minutes to write down any symbolic information regarding prior knowledge concerning trees.

3) Discuss what the students wrote down.

4) Moved to the larger discussion about "The World Tree"

5) Read together pg. 49 -62

6) Students began researching their gods





Homework:
Read Myth & Meaning - 103 - 119 
Blog post 2 & 3

Assignment 2 - A Summarized Myth - Post #2

So far, I have been most impressed at the speed which all of you have gotten your bogs up and running. Now that you have become a little familiar with your deity, I would like you to take the research we have done in class and begin to transfer it to your blog. Just to refresh your memory, I have requested that you find three myths that involve your deity. These might be three versions of the same myth, or three separate myths. Might I recommend, the more myths you read concerning your deity, the easier you will find moving forward with this blog will be. Once you have read three myths, use the skill of summarization (which we practiced together in class), and summarize a myth for your second post. DO NOT write then post in first person, instead focus on the third person perspective. DO NOT simply cut and paste a myth, which you have found. This summary must be written in your own words, otherwise it is PLAGIARISM!!! After seeing your intelligence, motivation, and passion for this project, I do not expect this to be a problem.

Here is a quick recap:

1) Find and read three myths about your deity.

2) Choose a single myth and summarize it for your blog post.

3) Begin to use the links you have created, and read your classmates blogs.

4) Finish your first post. Many of you have started it, but go back and look at what I have asked you to include in your initial deity description.

Assignment #3 - Three Cultural References

In your third post, you will be expected to make a connection between your deity and three cultural references. These references may include pictures to famous works of art such as paintings or sculptures. If you find examples of these include an image on your blog. A reference might also include pieces of music, links to the piece of music can be embedded in your blog Allusions to deities in works of literature, plays, or movies are also acceptable, include a sample of the passage or text which includes the reference.


Why are we doing this?

The reason for this part of your blog is to understand why it is important to learn about myth. Cultural references to mythology surround us every day, from the names of the days of the week, to the names of the months, to examples which you will begin to explore through this assignment.

3/19-20 Introduction to Mythology/ Egyptian Creation Myth

What we did in class:

• We looked at pages 204 - 220 in Myth and Meaning
• We discussed why it is relevant to discuss myth today.
• It's cultural relevance
• how it describes the human condition
• how it appears in cultures the world over
• first appearance of archetypes (later developed by Carl Jung)
• We discussed what a "Creation Myth" is and how it permeates world cultures.
• We watched a short video.
• We examined Egyptian Creation Myths in groups.
• each group read a myth
• and then summarized the myth
• then presented the myth to the class.

Homework:

Work on Creating your first blog post.

Read p. 49-62 in Myth and Meaning

3/18 Create Blog

What we did in class:
 In class today we created blogs. Here is how we did it:
1) Type blogger into a search engine.
2) Arrive at blogger.
3) Sign into blogger using your google account.
4) Scroll down until you see the orange button that says "continue to blogger", click on it.
5) toward the top left of the screen there is a clear button that says "new blog", click on it.
6) Create a name for your blog. This is your choice. Type it in.
7) Create a URL for your blog. I recommend you keep it short. Type in in the field..
8) Choose a template.
9) Click Create Blog
10) Hit the orange button with the  pencil, this will allow you to create your first blog.
11) When you are done make sure you either save your work or publish it.

Along with creating blogs we also chose a deity from the class list.
Research this deity. This will be the topic of your blog.


Period 1

• Isis - Jillian M.
• Osiris - Lexi J.
• Set - Emily H.
• Ra - Anna C.
• Horus - Mathew P.
• Jade Emperor - Jade B.
• Thor - Beau B.
• Loki - Shamus B.
• Freya- Sarah L.
• Odin- Carter W.
• Balder- Kellan E.
• Raven - Briana W.
• Apollo - Adam S.
• Artemis - Lacey K.
• Dionysus - Alex M.
• Demeter - Fauna R.

Period 3

•  Isis - Mary B.
• Osiris - Cody S.
• Set - Dani F.
• Ra - Riley B.
• Horus - Morgan B.
• Sun Wu Kong - Joey M.
• Jade Emperor - Kortni S.
• Thor - Nathan S.
• Loki - McKenzie W.
• Freya - Tori P.
• Odin - Koby M.
• Balder- Ashleigh C.
• Hermes - Ray M.
• Apollo - Bryce B.
• Artemis - Payton P.
• Dionysus - Robbie F.
• Demeter - Miranda B.

Period 5

• Isis - Maddy H.
• Osiris - Bradyn M.
• Set - Nathan G.
• Horus - Kip G.
• Jade Emperor - Kali W.
• Thor - Eli R.
• Loki - Katie C.
• Freya - Naytha R.
• Odin - Keara O.
• Coyote - Jolie S.
• Hermes - Alex S.
• Apollo - Jake B.
• Artemis - Emily B.
• Dionysus - Jack T.
• Demeter - Nicole S.

* If you were absent and are not on the list contact me so we can get you set up with a deity.
** If you did not give me your URL (web address) for your blog PLEASE GIVE IT TO ME.

Homework:

Assignment - 1 .....Your First Post

Nice Job! Class. I was totally impressed how quickly of you have created your blog, and have gotten straight to work.

Assignment: 1) Create your blog, choose your deity, and add your web address to the google doc.
                     2) Create your first Blog post. This should contain:
                          a. A picture of your deity
                          b. The name of your deity
                          c. A physical description of your deity
                          d. family members of the deity (wife, husband, children, parents)
                          e. Qualities, strengths, or powers associated with the deity
                          f. animals, plants, or objects associated with the deity
                          g. Location from where the deity comes
                          h. The Culture associated with the deity
                      3) Create links to your classmates blogs in your side bar, using the web-addresses found on the Google Doc.
                      4) Have a good day

Introduction

Hello!
I see you have discovered my class blog. I am going to use this blog as a resource for the class.
I will add a post daily, which will discuss what we have covered in class for the day and will list what the homework assignment is. You can use this blog as a study guide to refresh your memory about what we have covered in class. You can also use it to discovered what you missed if you are absent. If you have any questions regarding a lesson or a class assignment you will have an opportunity to leave a comment or ask a question in the comment section at the bottom of the post. I hope you will find this blog to be a helpful addition to our class. If you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to ask.