2017-2018 Syllabus
Magister Alan Abbe Conference: 8th Period 732-9280 ext. 33356 [email protected]
Classical Mythology
Course Description Classical Mythology is a non-sequential course that explores the mythology of Ancient Rome and Greece and its influence on modern literature, art, and society. This course is open to all Westlake students, and no prior knowledge of Greek or Latin is required for successful completion. Our introduction to the ancient world will lead to a rigorous study of cultural, historical, geographical, and linguistic topics that include Greek and Roman authors and literary genres, vocabulary, history, daily life and interactions, and mythology. Students will hone their skills through research and written analysis, multimedia projects and presentations, production and performance, and authentic assessments. Students may take the Medusa Mythology Exam at their own expense in the Spring.
The following is a rough outline of topics we will discuss:
UNIT 1 – INTRO TO MYTHOLOGY?
UNIT 2 – CREATION/THEOGONY
UNIT 3 – OLYMPIANS
UNIT 4 – UNDERWORLD AND MONSTERS
UNIT 5 –METAMORPHOSES
UNIT 6 – ARGIVE MYTHOLOGY / PERSEUS
UNIT 7 – THEBAN MYTHS
UNIT 8 – BELLEROPHON, TITHONUS, ENDYMION, ANCHISES
UNIT 9 – HERAKLES
UNIT 10 – THESEUS
UNIT 11 – JASON
UNIT 12 – TROJAN WAR
Materials needed for class each day A binder, paper, pens & pencils, and IPAD.
Class Procedures and Expectations ·
Get to class on time, with your materials. On time = seated & ready-to-go
· Get out your HW to check or submit, as directed - No Late Homework
· Begin the warm-up as soon as you arrive
· Be courteous & open-minded at all times and remember that honesty is valued
· Pay attention in class and Participate in all discussions & activities
· Work quietly, efficiently, creatively, and to the best of your ability, anything not done becomes HW
· Follow all other school rules, policies, and procedures at all times
Grading Procedures
Daily Work (homework, class work, participation grades) 10%
Quizzes (vocabulary & grammar quizzes) 30%
Major (tests & projects) 60%
* 1 daily and 1 quiz grade will be dropped each 9 weeks. No other grades will be dropped
Failed a Test? · Arrange for tutoring sessions with the teacher as soon as possible
· Then, arrange a make-up test within 1 week of the original test date
· The highest grade anyone can get on a make-up test is a 70
Make-up Work This is your responsibility. You get 1 day to do make-up work for each day in class that you missed. If you miss my class but are present for any other classes/activities, then you are still responsible for properly submitting any assignments to me that were due on that day before you leave or by the end of the day. For school-related absences, make arrangements BEFORE the absence and turn in work/take exams the same day you return to school.
Medusa Mythology Exam This is an OPTIONAL standardized exam available to students of Classical Mythology administered the last week of March. It has a different theme every year, but is always a 40-question, multiple-choice format, and students are allowed 40 minutes to complete the exam. Students will pay the cost of the exam by February ($3).
Magister Alan Abbe Conference: 8th Period 732-9280 ext. 33356 [email protected]
Classical Mythology
Course Description Classical Mythology is a non-sequential course that explores the mythology of Ancient Rome and Greece and its influence on modern literature, art, and society. This course is open to all Westlake students, and no prior knowledge of Greek or Latin is required for successful completion. Our introduction to the ancient world will lead to a rigorous study of cultural, historical, geographical, and linguistic topics that include Greek and Roman authors and literary genres, vocabulary, history, daily life and interactions, and mythology. Students will hone their skills through research and written analysis, multimedia projects and presentations, production and performance, and authentic assessments. Students may take the Medusa Mythology Exam at their own expense in the Spring.
The following is a rough outline of topics we will discuss:
UNIT 1 – INTRO TO MYTHOLOGY?
UNIT 2 – CREATION/THEOGONY
UNIT 3 – OLYMPIANS
UNIT 4 – UNDERWORLD AND MONSTERS
UNIT 5 –METAMORPHOSES
UNIT 6 – ARGIVE MYTHOLOGY / PERSEUS
UNIT 7 – THEBAN MYTHS
UNIT 8 – BELLEROPHON, TITHONUS, ENDYMION, ANCHISES
UNIT 9 – HERAKLES
UNIT 10 – THESEUS
UNIT 11 – JASON
UNIT 12 – TROJAN WAR
Materials needed for class each day A binder, paper, pens & pencils, and IPAD.
Class Procedures and Expectations ·
Get to class on time, with your materials. On time = seated & ready-to-go
· Get out your HW to check or submit, as directed - No Late Homework
· Begin the warm-up as soon as you arrive
· Be courteous & open-minded at all times and remember that honesty is valued
· Pay attention in class and Participate in all discussions & activities
· Work quietly, efficiently, creatively, and to the best of your ability, anything not done becomes HW
· Follow all other school rules, policies, and procedures at all times
Grading Procedures
Daily Work (homework, class work, participation grades) 10%
Quizzes (vocabulary & grammar quizzes) 30%
Major (tests & projects) 60%
* 1 daily and 1 quiz grade will be dropped each 9 weeks. No other grades will be dropped
Failed a Test? · Arrange for tutoring sessions with the teacher as soon as possible
· Then, arrange a make-up test within 1 week of the original test date
· The highest grade anyone can get on a make-up test is a 70
Make-up Work This is your responsibility. You get 1 day to do make-up work for each day in class that you missed. If you miss my class but are present for any other classes/activities, then you are still responsible for properly submitting any assignments to me that were due on that day before you leave or by the end of the day. For school-related absences, make arrangements BEFORE the absence and turn in work/take exams the same day you return to school.
Medusa Mythology Exam This is an OPTIONAL standardized exam available to students of Classical Mythology administered the last week of March. It has a different theme every year, but is always a 40-question, multiple-choice format, and students are allowed 40 minutes to complete the exam. Students will pay the cost of the exam by February ($3).