Course Description:
Since the beginning of time, people have gathered around fires to tell stories of angry gods, harrowing journeys, cunning animals, horrible beasts, and the mighty heroes who vanquished them. Mythology and folklore have provided a way for these colorful stories to spring to life for thousands of years. Mythology and Folklore: Legendary Tales will illustrate how these famous anecdotes have helped humans make sense of the world. Beginning with an overview of mythology and different types of folklore, you will journey with age-old heroes as they slay dragons, outwit gods, defy fate, fight endless battles, and outwit clever monsters with strength and courage. You’ll explore the universality and social significance of myths and folklore and see how these powerful tales continue to shape society even today.
Prerequisite: None
Course Length: 1 Semester
Credits: 0.5 Credit
Units at a Glance
1: Introduction to Mythology and Folklore
2: Warrior Women
3: The Heroic Monomyth in Mythology and Folklore
4: The Roles of Animals
5: The Social Significance
6: Myths of the World
7: Comparative Mythology
8: Modern Myths and Legends