ADVANCED MYTHOLOGIES

Catalog description

English 461 focuses primarily on the mythology of the Greeks & Romans, the Middle East, and the Norse, adding other world mythologies as appropriate. Students will develop a strong background in the myths most commonly taught in American middle schools and high schools. We will examine the myths as literature in themselves, as well as consider the mythological criticism of Joseph Campbell and CG Jung. The exploration and implementation of pedagogical strategies will prepare the student to teach mythology at the secondary level. Fifty minutes in seminar format for English 461 students only. Pre-requisite: ENGL-261 or permission of the instructor.