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Mythology Syllabus 2010-11 With the history and society of the peoples who produced The grading scale

es who produced The grading scale is based on a ten point scale: 100-
them? How do they relate to rituals and morality? What are 90=A,89-80=B and so on. Grades will be cumulative- this
Instructor: Mr. Meyer we to think of the similarities and differences in these means that all previous scores will effect your overall
Room 228 traditional stories? In what ways are myths practical? In score. It will be important for you to do well consistently.
what ways are they true or false? Semester tests will be 20% of your semester grade.
mdmeyer@muscatine.k12.ia.us
Supplies: Paper, spiral notebook, folder HOMEWORK POLICY
dedicated to this class only, pencil, pen(blue or ♦ Reading assignments given are expected to be
Content: This course will introduce you to those Western black ink only), student planner. completed in the time allotted.
and Eastern mythologies that have had the greatest impact ♦ Unless otherwise stated, all homework is to be
on the Western tradition. These are Greek and Norse done in #2 pencil, or blue or black ink. Final copies
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
mythology in Europe and Hebrew, Mesopotamian, and of essays and compositions must be done in
1) Respect
Egyptian mythology in the ancient Near East. We will also blue or black ink. Any other color will receive a
Students will demonstrate respect for other students and
explore myths of your choosing. zero.
the teacher by using appropriate language, being prepared
for class, following directions, adhering to all school ♦ Exceedingly messy homework (illegible, crumpled,
Goals: torn, wet, etc.) will receive a zero.
policies, and by keeping an open mind when learning about
different cultures, traditions, beliefs and life styles. ♦ Assigned work is due at the beginning of class the
 to read and interpret myths and some of the 2) Be Prepared day I collect it. 50% will be deducted from an assignment
ways they function in societies and cultures; Always come to class prepared. This means if it is not turned in when requested.
coming into class and being seated when the bell rings, ♦ Students who miss class for activities are expected
bringing your class folder each day, completing homework to hand in any homework or take any tests that are
 to read and interpret mythic metaphors symbols, due that day before leaving school for the activity.
and analogies; on time, and reviewing your notes between 15-20 minutes
each night. In addition, your presence in the classroom is These students are also expected to be prepared
essential to your success. Tardiness and unexcused for the next day’s class. In other words, don’t come
 to compare and contrast significant characters, absences will have an adverse effect on your grade. back asking what we did; you should already
events, symbols, and actions (called motifs) in 3) Expect great things from yourself and your know.
one story with similar events in another story; peers ♦ You will be expected to do the vast majority of the
Your attitude plays an important role in your education. independent reading on your own time.
 to describe and discuss the cultures that If you believe you can succeed – you can! Encourage your
produced the myths; classmates to succeed too. I look forward to spending a positive and
4) Take ownership of your education productive semester with you.
 to improve analytical, conceptual, connective Take personal responsibility for your learning: set goals,
writing skills; evaluate progress towards those goals, adhere to high
standards and revise your performance when needed. You
 to discover what these stories have to do with can also take responsibility for your learning by asking
our lives today. questions when something is unclear, participating in
classroom discussions and asking for extra help if you need
Broader Aims: to see how myths function as building it. Take ownership of your classroom. This is your space
blocks of culture. and your area to learn; help keep it clean and organized.
Method: We will learn to interpret myths and cultures by This is your education – get everything you can out of it!
asking and attempting to answer some of the basic Grading
questions that people from antiquity to the present have
asked about these tales. Stated broadly, some of these You will be graded on all homework, tests, quizzes, book
questions are: What are myths? What do they have to do requirements, journals and class participation.
with religion? With psychology? With the natural world?

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