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MYTHOLOGY (CCI 205) T,TH 9:30-10:15 Prerequisites/Co-requisites: None Credits: 3 Instructor: Robyn Le Blanc [email protected] Office: 1110 MHRA Office Hours: T/TH 10:30-12:00, W 1-2pm or by appointment COURSE OVERVIEW: This course will focus on important characters, texts, and ideas that relate to Greek mythology. The assignments for this course are readings of primary sources (i.e., books written by ancient Greek and Roman authors that have been translated into modern English). Since this class counts toward the general education requirement in the Literature category (GLT), you will be learning about specific texts as well as literary conventions found in ancient Greek and Roman literature. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOS): This course belongs to the General Education curriculum of UNCG, fulfilling the Literature (GLT) category, as well as carrying the Global (GL) marker. The first three Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are for GL courses, and the last four are GLT. 1. Find, interpret and evaluate information on diverse cultures. 2. Describe interconnections among regions of the world. (Must include substantial focus on at least one culture, nation, or sub-nationality beyond Great Britain and North America). 3. Use diverse cultural frames of reference and alternative perspectives to analyze issues. 4. Demonstrate the reading skill required for the study of literary texts. 5. Identify and/or describe some of the varied characteristics of literary texts. 6. Demonstrate orally, in writing or by some other means a fundamental ability to use some of the techniques and/or methods of literary analysis. 7. Identify and/or describe some of the various social, historical, cultural and/or theoretical contexts in which literary texts have been written and interpreted. Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to: 1. To identify and describe the major characters, themes and cycles of Greek myth (SLO 1, 3, 4-7) 2. To identify some of the major works of Greek and Roman literature dealing with Greek mythology (SLO 17) 3. To analyze the treatments of various Greek myths by the authors of those works (SLO 2-7) TEACHING METHODS & ASSIGNMENTS FOR ACHIEVING LEARNING OUTCOMES: The material for this course is based largely on readings of primary sources (books written by Greek and Roman authors translated into modern English) and bi-weekly lectures. Class time will be spent in lectures (supported by powerpoints) and in discussions on readings and daily topics. There will be some kind of discussion in each class, either with the group as a whole or in smaller groups. Students will be asked to think critically about the texts they read and to make connections within works and between works. Your ability to understand and analyze the material will be tested in a variety of ways. Pop quizzes (8-12 over the course of the semester) will be administered during the semester and cover reading material for that day. There will be two midterms, consisting of multiple choice questions, map identifications, passage/author identifications and short-answer questions. A cumulative final exam held at the end of the semester will be similar in format (although longer) to the two midterm exams. TEXTBOOKS & READINGS: Homer, The Odyssey (trans. Fagles) Hesiod, The Works and Days, Theogony, The Shield of Heracles (trans. Lattimore) The Homeric Hymns (trans. Shelmerdine) Ovid, The Metamorphoses (trans. Raeburn) Euripides, Euripides 1: Four Tragedies (ed. Grene and Lattimore) Additional readings posted to Canvas (indicated on schedule) These books are available in the university bookstore in EUC. Please make sure that you buy the correct translation of each text. Translations sometimes vary wildly, and we will reference particular lines/pages/passages in class, so it will be useful to you to be able to follow along with the correct translation. GRADED COMPONENTS: Pop Quizzes (SLO 1, 4, 5, 7) 20% 8-12 unannounced pop quizzes given in-class over the course of the semester. Hourly Exam #1 (SLO 1-7) Thurs, Feb 26 25% The first exam will cover the Theogony-Odyssey. The format of the test will include multiple choice questions, map identifications, identifications of passages/authors and short-answer questions. Hourly Exam #2 (SLO 1-7) Thurs, March 26 25% The first exam will cover Demeter-Transformations/Hubris. The format of the test will include multiple choice questions, map identifications, identifications of passages/authors and short-answer questions. Final Exam (SLO 1-7) 30% The final exam will be cumulative and similar in format to the hourly exams. GRADING SCALE: 100-97%= 96-93%= 92-90%= 89-87%= 86-83%= 82-80%= Below 60%=F A+ A AB+ B B- 79-77%=C+ 76-73%=C 72-70%=C69-67%=D+ 66-63%=D 62-60%=D- Grades will be posted on Blackboard throughout the semester so that you may keep track of your performance in the class. My “rounding” policy is as follows: I will only take into account the first number after the decimal, i.e. 89.6 will be rounded up to a 90% (A-), but an 89.59 will be a B+. If I make an error calculating your grade I’m more than happy to fix it. However, I do not negotiate grades without a solid reason based on the merits and correctness of the assignment. I am happy to discuss your grades with you. However, university policy prohibits discussions of grades via email, and so you will have to schedule an appointment to come to my office to discuss any issues or questions you might have. POP QUIZZES 8-12 times over the course of the semester I will administer unannounced “pop quizzes” with questions drawn from the assigned reading for the day. These quizzes will be done via scantrons, so please bring a scantron sheet (available at the bookstore) to class EVERY DAY. There will be NO MAKEUP QUIZZES FOR ANY REASON. If you miss a quiz you will receive a “zero.” But I will drop your 2 lowest quiz scores at the end of the semester. ATTENDANCE: It is absolutely critical to your success in this course to attend class every day, to take detailed notes and to participate in group activities and in class discussions. I will use the quizzes as an indicator of attendance. Missing 4 or more quizzes suggests that the student is no longer attending class, and for that reason if you miss more than four quizzes you may be dropped from the class! Students will special exemptions should see me BEFORE they miss class. There will be no make-up quizzes, but students can make up exams IF: 1) They are missing class to represent the university at an official UNCG event (e.g. a sports game, field trip). Please see me AT LEAST TWO WEEKS before the absence so we can work out details for a make-up exam. 2) They are missing class for religious reasons (see “Religious Days” section below) 3) They are missing class due to a medical emergency. In such cases, please notify me AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. I will also need to see an official note from university health or a licensed physician before I can administer a make-up exam. Absolutely no exceptions. COURSE ETIQUETE In order to make this classroom a productive and respectful learning environment, please abide by the following rules. 1) No talking or whispering (!!). Confused? Have a question or comment? Wonderful. Raise your hand and I’ll address it. 2) No cell-phones. I can see you texting underneath the desk. Really. It’s distracting to everyone around you, and I guarantee that you’ll survive without your cell for 75 minutes. 3) NO LAPTOPS. They’re a major source of distraction, and you don’t really need them in the class since most of the reading material comes from books you’ve purchased. I *will* use powerpoints that will be posted to Blackboard and available for download after class. 4) Don’t be disruptive or disrespectful while I’m conducting class. Use common sense. RELIGIOUS DAYS: State law allows students to have up to two absences for religious reasons per academic year and to be allowed to make up work missed. If this applies to you, you must notify me two weeks in advance and make arrangements to make up missed work at that time. I reserve the right to require you to do this work before your absence. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY: (from the Dean of Students’ Webpage): Academic integrity is founded upon and encompasses the following five values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility. Supporting and affirming these values is essential to promoting and maintaining a high level of academic integrity. Each member of the academic community must stand accountable for his or her actions. As a result, a community develops in which students learn the responsibilities of citizenship and how to contribute honorably to their professions. If knowledge is to be gained and properly evaluated, it must be pursued under conditions free from dishonesty. Deceit and misrepresentations are incompatible with the fundamental activity of this academic institution and shall not be tolerated. Members of the UNCG community are expected to foster in their own work the spirit of academic honesty and not to tolerate its abuse by others. First responsibility for academic integrity lies with individual students and faculty members of this community. A violation of academic integrity is an act harmful to all other students, faculty and, ultimately, the university. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the Academic Integrity Policy: http://sa.uncg.edu/handbook/academic-integrity-policy/. FOOD & DRINK POLICY: There is no food allowed in general use classrooms. You’re welcome to bring a drink, but make sure it doesn’t spill. SPECIAL ACCOMODATIONS: Students requesting accommodations based on a disability must be registered with the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services in 215 Elliott University Center (http://ods.dept.uncg.edu/; email: [email protected]). If you have a documented disability and want to discuss academic accommodations, please talk with me before the end of the second week. HOW TO SUCCEED: Come to class! You’ll get some necessary historical and cultural context for your readings in class, and the exams will be based on both the reading and class powerpoints. Read the assignments. You should expect to spend 2-3 hours of work per hour of class time. Some readings are longer than others, so make sure to do the reading with ample time to review before class so that you can a) contribute to class discussion, b) do well on the pop quizzes! Take notes and review the material, both before class and before the exams. Ask questions! Check Blackboard (and your email!) daily Have fun! Mythology is interesting and (usually) an engaging subject. *Please note that I retain the right to modify this syllabus and any course assignments at any time. COURSE SCHEDULE: Tuesday, January 13: Introduction Reading: Look over the syllabus Thursday, January 15: Greek Myth in Art; Theogony Reading: Theogony Lines 1-506 Tuesday, January 20: Theogony Reading: Theogony Lines 507-900 Thursday, January 22: Theogony; Works and Days Reading: Theogony Lines 900-1022; Works and Days (back of Theogony text, Appendix A) lines 1-201 Tuesday, January 27: The Trojan War Reading: None Thursday, January 29: The Odyssey Reading: Odyssey, Books 1-2; Homeric Hymn to Athena (#11, 28) Tuesday, February 2: The Odyssey Reading: Odyssey, Books 3-4 Thursday, February 5: The Odyssey Reading: Odyssey, Books 5-8 (skim Book 8; make sure, though, to read lines 430-end) Tuesday, February 9: The Odyssey Reading: Odyssey, Books 9-12 Thursday, February 12: The Odyssey Reading: Odyssey, Books 13-16 Tuesday, February 17: The Odyssey Reading: Odyssey Books 17-19 Thursday, February 19: The Odyssey Reading: Odyssey, Books 20-22 Tuesday, February 24: The Odyssey; Modern “Odysseys” Reading: Odyssey, Books 23-24; Handout of Romare Bearden’s “A Black Odyssey” (Canvas) Thursday, February 26: MIDTERM #1 Tuesday, March 3: Demeter, Persephone and the Seasons Reading: Homeric Hymn to Demeter (#2) Thursday, March 5: Persephone (cont); Hermes Reading: Homeric Hymn to Hermes (#4) Tuesday, March 10: NO CLASS (SPRING BREAK) Thursday, March 12: NO CLASS (SPRING BREAK) Tuesday, March 17: Greek Heroes: Theseus, Heracles Reading: Homeric Hymn to Heracles (#15) Ovid, Metamorphoses (Book 9, pp. 209-219); begin Alcestis Thursday, March 19: Alcestis Reading: Euripides Alcestis Tuesday, March 24: Transformations and Hubris; Reading: Transformations: Ovid Metamorphoses (“Jove and Io”, pp. 21-27; “Baucis and Philemon”, pp. 200-204; “Ganymede”, pp. 239) Hubris: Ovid, Metamorphoses (“The Story of Phaethon”, pp. 28-40; “The Story of Tiresias”, pp. 67; “The Story of Daedalus and Icarus,” pp. 187-190) Thursday, March 26: MIDTERM #2 Tuesday, March 31: Apollo; the Wrath of the Gods Reading: Homeric Hymn to Apollo (#3); Ovid Metamorphoses (“Apollo and Daphne”, pp. 16-21; “The Story of Niobe”, pp. 133-143; “Arachne” pp. 129-133; “The Story of Actaeon”, pp. 61-64) Thursday, April 2: Aphrodite; Hippolytus Reading: Homeric Hymn to Aphrodite (#5); Euripides’ Hippolytus (beginning-line 600) Tuesday, April 7: Hippolytus Reading: Euripides’ Hippolytus (line 601-end) Thursday, April 9: Jason and Medea Reading: Ovid, Metamorphoses (“The Story of Jason and Medea”, pp. 153-167); Euripides Medea (beginning-line 409) Tuesday, April 14: Medea Reading: Euripides’ Medea (line 446-end) Thursday, April 16: Myths on Sarcophagi Reading: Handout (Canvas) Tuesday, April 21: Dionysos Reading: Homeric Hymn to Dionysos (#1, 7); Euripides’ Bacchae (beginning-line 575) Thursday, April 23: The Bacchae; Wrap-up Reading: Euripides’ Bacchae (line 575-end) Tuesday, April 28: NO CLASS (FRIDAY SCHEDULE)