World Mythology Syllabus Timeline
2010-2011 School Year
M. Cordell
Week 1:
 Course Syllabus, Parent Contact, Classroom Rules and Expectations.
 Essay I
Weeks 2-5: Greek Mythology Unit
 Paper Bag Speeches
 Introduction to Ancient Greece Quiz I
 Novel, “Heroes, Gods, and Monsters…” by Bernard Evslin. The Gods &
Nature Myths p3-105
 Mythology Vocabulary and Quiz (Each Friday).
 Greek Gods & Goddesses Magazine Project Due __/__/__.
 Greek Gods & Goddesses Test I
 Review Process for Essay Writing
 “My” Nature Myth Essay II
Weeks 5-8:
 Homer’s “The Iliad” and “Odyssey”
 Letter to Odysseus Essay III
 “The Odyssey” Test II
 “The Odyssey” Project Due __/__/__.
 Novel, “Heroes, Gods, and Monsters…” Demigods and Fables p111-213
 The Hero’s Journey Notes
 Clash of the Titans
 Perseus vs. Odysseus Compare Contrast Essay IV
 “Heroes, Gods, and Monsters…” Test II
Weeks 9-10: Roman Mythology Unit
 Introduction to Roman Mythology
 Novel, “Cupid” by Julius Lester (Audio Book)
 “Cupid” Essay V
 Drama, “Medea” by Euripides
Weeks 11-12: African Mythology Unit
 Introduction to African Mythology & Chief Gods
 Selections from the Yoruba, Efik, and the West African cultures.
Myths, “Gassire’s Lute” and “Sundiata”.
 Virtual Field Trip Project Due __/__/__
 Chief Gods of African Mythology Test III
Weeks 14-15: Gothic Literature
 Introduction to Gothic Literature Notes and Class Discussion
 Create you own “Scary Story” using Gothic Literature Elements
 “Scary Story” Presentation
 Novel, “Dracula”, by Bram Stoker.
 Dracula Chapter Quizzes (After some chapters)
 Dracula.
Weeks 16-18: The British Isles, Middle Eastern, & Review
 Introduction to The British Isles and Middle Eastern Mythology
 Short-Stories, “King Arthur” and “Telepinu”.
 The Last Legion.
 Group Activity
 Review for Cumulative Final Exam.
 Final Exam
*Please keep in mind that this is a preliminary agenda for align us for the semester, so at any
moment the selections or scheduled activities may stray from the alignment. If a change
does occur the activities will always remain in coherence with the class Standards and School
regulations.
My Reminder: Course Contract
I have read the course syllabus for my World Mythology class. I plan to put
forth my greatest effort in order to do well in Mr. Cordell’s class. I do
understand that this is an English elective, and this class carries the same
point value as a core class. Since this is an English class, I also realize that I
am expected to read, write, and have my materials daily. I will always
exhibit a positive attitude and abide by classroom rules and procedures that
have been placed before me. I know that if I break any of these rules, this
contract does serve as my warning. Lastly, I realize that I am responsible
for my education.
Sincerely,
Your Name: _____________________________ Today’s Date: __/__/__