Syllabus 2nd Sem Lit 2

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Republic of the PhilippinesBATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITYJPLPC Campus, Malvar, Batangas

College of Teacher EducationCOURSE SYLLABUS

inLIT. 2 Mythology and Folklore (54 hrs.)

Prerequisite: None2nd Semester, A.Y. 2011-2012

VisionA university which shapes a global Filipino imbued with moral courage nurtured through

values and excellent education.

MissionBatangas State University (BSU) is committed to implement its mandates of quality and

excellence, relevance and responsiveness, access and equity, and efficiency and effectiveness

through instruction, research, extension and production to meet the growing needs of thecountry and the world for globally competitive and morally upright professionals, scientists,technologists, technicians, skilled workers and entrepreneurs.

CTE GoalThe College of Teacher Education (CTE) aims to develop future elementary, secondary

and technology school teachers who are imbued with ideals of humanist, with the sense ofrespect for the advancement of Philippine life and culture and with a genuine desire to facilitatelearning and be conveyors of knowledge and values in all disciplines with excellence and globalcompetitiveness.

Description of the Course

The course covers a study of myths and folklore from different countries. It also includesthe various archetypal patterns used in different myths as expressed in the creation and othertypes of myths.

ScopeThis course is designed to expose the students to various myths and folklores from

different countries that have influenced the civilization of man. The similarities and the impact ofthese stories on peoples cultural heritage will be studied through films, plays, and texts. Thiscourse is suited for students who wish to enrich their knowledge of tales which emphasize thecommon cultures and beliefs of different nations all over the globe.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course the students must be able to:1. define myth, legend, and folktale, recognize distinctions between them and identify

examples of each.2. recognize the universality of the human quest for answers to the unknown.3. identify similarities and differences among the mythologies of various cultures.4. compare and contrast epic heroes, gods and goddesses and themes of myths.5. define archetype and identify common mythological archetypes6. analyze archetypes of plot, character, symbolism, place and theme in myths and

legends.7. identify the characteristics of the classical hero and give examples from different cultures

studied.8. recognize the influence of mythology on western literature.

9. appreciate the breath and depth of the myths/folklore of other nations

Course Requirements1. Regular class attendance2. Class involvement3. Presentation of role play/creative drama, and group dynamics4. Passing grades in major examinations/quizzes5. Submission of research works and critical essays on literature


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Grading SystemThe criteria for grading as are follows:

80% major examinations (prelim, midterm, semi-final, and final)20% class standing (5% project and presentations, 5% quizzes, 5%

class participation, 5% attendance)____

100%

Course Outline / Schedule

Week Topics Strategies

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A. Introduction to Mythology and Folklore1. The Nature of Mythology

a. Definition of Mythologyb. Categories of Traditional Literaturec. Types of Mythsd. Four Functions of Myths

LectureMythologists Lens

Examine various local and regionalmyths and identify their functions.

Viewing

Message of The Mythfrom JosephCampbell with Bill Moyers Powerof Myth

22. Primitive Fears, Universal Understanding3. Man, Myth, and History4. The Psychological Perspective

LectureCritical Benchmark

Phrygian Agdistis

Cherokee Indians Bear Man

Bodhisattva under the Bo Tree

The Rape of Persephone

Oedipus Rex

Tewa Indians Water Jar BoyMythologists Lens

Trace the development of mythsbetween 7th and 4th millenniumB.C.

Design an IPO paradigm toillustrate relationship among man,myth, and history as glean fromFilipino myths

Analyze dreams as materials forcreative mythology

Viewing

First Storytellers from JosephCampbell with Bill Moyers Powerof Myth

35. The Hero with a Thousand Faces6. The Mythmaker7. Mythology Today


Joan of Arc

Ojibwa Indians Wunzh Myth The Holy Grail Legend

Babylonian-Sumerian Myth ofInanna

Egyptian OsirisMythologists Lens.

Compare and contrast the structureof some selected heros myths.

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B. Methodologies in Understanding Mythsand Folktales1. Man and His Symbols

by Carl Gustav Jung2. The Structural Study of Myth

by Claude Levi-Strauss3. Morphology of The Folk Tale

by Vladmir ProppPRELIMINARY EXAMINATION


Kubla Khanby Samuel TaylorColeridge

Tlingit Indians Story

The Water of Life MythMythologists Lens

Spearhead a seminar//workshopon Methodologies in UnderstandingMyths.

The session shall include anintroduction, methodology,praxis, and pedagogicalimplications.


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Presenters shall providecopy of their lectures to theaudience as well assupplementary readings.

Identify the influence of myths topopular culture and to modern

society.

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C. Myths of Creation and Destruction1. Myths of Creation

a. Hebrew Creation Myth(GENESIS 1-2)

b. Babylonian Creation Myth(ENUMA ELISH)

Composing MediaDigital Story Telling and

Transparencies

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c. Egyptian Creation Myth(BOOK OF OVERTHROWINGAPOPIS)

d. Greek Creation Myth(HESOIDS THEOGONY)


Transparencies

7e. Indian Creation Myth

(RIG VEDA X:90,1-16 AND 129,1-7)


Transparencies

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f. Japanese Creation Myth(KOJIKI)g. Norse CreationMyth

(THE POETIC EDDA)MIDTERM EXAMINATION


Transparencies

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h. Finnish CreationMyth(THE KALEVALA)

i. Quiche CreationMyth(POPUL VUH)

2. Myths of Destructiona. Ovids Flood Storyb. Biblical Flood Storiesc. Ragnarok


Transparencies

10D. The Classical Mythology

1. The Titans and the Twelve Olympians2. The Two Great Gods on Earth

Composing MediaStaging Portraits and Scrapbooking

on Becoming a Greek God orGoddess

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E. Heroes and Tricksters1. Prometheus2. Hercules3. Atalanta

Creative DramaRole Playing

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F. Mythical Lovers and Divine Desires1. Cupid and Psyche2. Apollo and Daphne

3. Tristan and IseultSEMI-FINAL EXAMINATION

Creative DramaRole Playing

13G. Tales of Quest and Adventure

1. The Quest of the Golden FleeceCreative Drama

Role Playing

14 2. The Trojan War

ViewingCreating Movie Journal of TROYstarring Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, and

Orlando Bloom

15 3. The Fall of Troy

ViewingCreating Movie Journal of TROYstarring Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, and

Orlando Bloom

16H. Less Important Myth

1. MidasCreative Drama

Role Playing

17-18Project MakingFINAL EXAMINATIONSubmission of all requirements

Accomplishment of the CourseRequirements


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BibliographyArmstrong, Karen. A History of God: The 4,000-Year Quest of Judaism, Christianity, and

Islam. United States of America: Ballantine Books, 1993.Campbell, Chryl et. al. Mythology: Myths, Legends, and Fantasies. Lane Cove, Australia:

Global Book Publishing, 2008.Campbell, Joseph. The Hero with a Thousand Faces. Novato, California: New World

Library, 2008.Campbell, Joseph. The Masks of God: Occidental Mythology. United Sates of America:

Penguin Books, 1976.Campbell, Joseph. The Mythic Dimension: Selected Essays (19591987). Novato,

California: New World Library, 2007.Hamilton, Edith. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes. New York, United

States of America: Penguin Books Incorporated, 1990.Johnson, Paul. Heroes: From Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar to Churchill and

De Gaulle. Hammersmith, London: HarperCollins Publishers, 2007.Leeming, David. Mythology: World of Culture. New York, USA: Newsweek Books, 1977.Mandelbaum, Allen. The Odyssey of Homer. New York: Bantam Dell, Random House

Inc., 2003.

Spivey, Nigel. Songs on Bronze: The Greek Myths Made Real. United States ofAmerica: Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2005.

Stagman, Myron. One Hundred Prophecies of the Delphic Oracle: Prophetic Advice fromthe God Apollo. United States of America: City-State Press, 1999.

Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien on Fairy-stories. Hammersmith, London: HarperCollinsPublishers, 2008.

Prepared by:

Mr. RICHARD M. BAEZ

Instructor IEmail Add:[email protected] Tel. No: (043) 778-2170Consultation Time:

Tuesday 3:00 5:00Thursday 3:00 5:00

Friday 12:00 2:00

Noted:

Assoc. Prof. RUBILYN M. LATIDO

Associate Dean, College of Teacher Education

Approved:

Dr. NORA G. DIMAANODirector, Academic Affairs
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