Mythology Prezi Projects

By Bradley Craddock - May 04, 2016

Myths. Watch the following short videos concerning mythology.

Due at end of class, please complete your mythology Prezi project.

You should know the major gods/goddesses of your chosen mythological subject. Create a slide or two where you discuss/list who are the major gods/goddesses in your chosen mythology and what they represent
You should know the creation myth that goes with that tradition. In a few slides tell the story of that creation myth through videos, pictures, text, etc. [note: most cultural mythology traditions have more than one creation myth. Pick the one you'd like to use.]
You should identify key cultural traditions/beliefs that are represented in the myths of this culture: for example: arête (strength) is a common cultural quality examined in many hero myths. Find examples of some others. At least one slide should include the cultural tradition--note that this slide could come before or after the others. It's placement is up to you. It should help illuminate meaning concerning how cultural ideas are transferred from generation to generation through story (or key myths of that culture).
You should identify one hero from this tradition and be able to tell this legend. Include the name and the story in a few slides that might include photos, film, text, etc. of this hero or this myth.

Use the time remaining in the lab to write a story, poem, play, script, essay, etc. involving the myths you have read (see packet & reading selections). Incorporate what we've learned in some aspect of your work. Retell the myth in a short story or poem. Feel free to change the POV, time period, setting, names, or any other aspect of the myth if you'd like or use one of the myths to allude to in your story/poem. Create a draft to be turned in by Friday of next week (those of you on the senior trip should complete your assignment by Wednesday's class).

Some videos concerning writing tips:

HOMEWORK: Read the mythology packets. There will be a test Wednesday on key mythological figures, stories, and presentations. Presentations will be viewed/shared Monday.