In Gifted Mythology we discover what a culture's myths can tell us about its people. From stories of the tricky African spider Anansi to the glamour of Mt. Olympus, we learn about and discuss a wide spectrum of myths and their meaning.
Gifted Mythology katherine.nichols@cobbk12.org http://schoolnotes.com/30066/kathynichols.html This survey course on mythology will include an emphasis on Greek and Roman mythology, but will also explore other world mythologies, including but not limited to, Norse, Celtic, Egyptian, and any others you want to tackle. This course will help you with literature, history, and Trivial Pursuit. The following is a very general outline for the class. Student interest, however, will help to determine the amount of time and the depth of each unit.
Unit 1 The Power of Myths Hero as Archetype Unit 2 Egypt Unit 3 Mesopotamia Unit 4 Greek and Roman Unit 5 Celts Unit 6 Norse Mythology Unit 7 India Unit 8 China & Japan Unit 9 Americas Unit 10 Africa
Daily Procedures Each day we will study a myth to go with the culture we are investigating. You will need to keep a notebook to help you remember these stories. We will have frequent quizzes and tests, but you will be allowed to use your notes, so learn to take good ones.
The course will incorporate vocabulary development, written communication, research and presentation skills.
Grading Breakdown (approximations)
Projects and presentations 40% Tests, quizzes, discussion 25% In-class writing 25% Final 10%
G. Creative Writing Syllabus
Creative writing Fiction (poetry, short story, drama) Critical reading Requirements Portfolio (digital and paper) 1. Each student will determine which of the following types of works will go into his personal portfolio. Poetry Short stories Screen or stage play 2. Journal of Thoughts and Impressions both in and out of class including free writes 3. Workshop Activities (a collection of handouts from workshop exercises dated and in order) 4. Participation including silent reading in class - Students will read in class during designated Silent Reading Time.
Units Unit 1: Knowing Ourselves: Good authors have to know themselves before they begin to develop fictional characters. We also need to understand the nature of creativity. Unit 2: Developing Dialogue Unit 3: Developing Characters Unit 4: Interaction of Plot and Character Unit 5: Mystery Story Unit 6: Historical Fiction Project Unit 7: Writing Poetry Unit 8: Drama Unit 9: Portfolio
Grading Grades will be based on the student’s creative output, engaging in the editing process, critical reading and discussion. The following are guidelines for point assignment. Writing Journal 20 % Writing Assignments 50% Participation 20% Final – Evaluation of Portfolio 10%
Expectations Come to class and be engaged in discussion and writing. While we may discuss works from other classes, you may not use this class to work on assignments for other classes. When the class reviews student work, we will offer positive critical comments. This doesn’t mean we put everything “on the refrigerator,” but we should always help each other improve our writing – not discourage one another by being too harsh. Be considerate.
Gifted History of the English Language Syllabus
Course Overview Gifted History of the English Language is a survey course of the origins of the English Language. With a title like that it’s hard to believe, but this class is FUN! We’ll study how our crazy language has changed and evolved over the years and how historical events have conspired to change the way we speak and think. More good news is that this course will help you with writing, vocabulary development, note-taking skills, and SAT strategies.
Ongoing Activities Latin prefix/suffix SAT QoD Common Phrases 201 Ready to Use Word Games Note taking activities
Texts/Videos The Mother Tongue 16 chapters – one per week in class Adventures of English – notes from teacher History of English Language video series
Parallel Readings (most will be read in class) Beowulf Canterbury Tales Everyman London (selected chapters)
Grading Scale (Approximate only) Projects – 30% of grade (May be done independently or in small groups) Historical Connections Regional Dialects Tests and Final – 15% of grade Quizzes and tests will be open note Participation – 20% Participation grades will be given every 3 weeks. Students receive credit for being present and prepared and for contributing to discussions. Note-taking activities will count in this category. Socratic Seminars – 20% 2 – 3 times per semester we will have a discussion on material covered. Specific rubrics will explain how points will be awarded. Essays – 15% SAT style writings on classroom topics at least 3 times during the course
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