Module #1 Introduction to World Mythologies Exploring the definition, scope, and significance of mythologies across cultures
Module #2 Mythological Storytelling:Origins and Functions Understanding the purposes and characteristics of mythological narratives
Module #3 Mesopotamian Mythology Exploring the myths of Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyria, including Gilgamesh and the Epic of Creation
Module #4 Egyptian Mythology Delving into the myths of Isis, Osiris, Anubis, and Ra, as well as the role of mythology in ancient Egyptian society
Module #5 Greek Mythology Examining the Olympian gods and goddesses, heroes, and myths of ancient Greece, including Homers Epic Cycle
Module #6 Roman Mythology Comparing and contrasting Roman mythology with Greek mythology, including the myths of Jupiter, Mars, and Venus
Module #7 Hindu Mythology Exploring the Puranas, the Mahabharata, and the Ramayana, including the myths of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva
Module #8 Buddhist and Jain Mythology Examining the role of mythology in Buddhist and Jain philosophy, including the stories of the Buddha and Mahavira
Module #9 Chinese Mythology Delving into the myths of the Dragon, Phoenix, and other creatures, as well as the legends of Confucius and Laozi
Module #10 Japanese Mythology Exploring the myths of the Shinto pantheon, including Amaterasu, Susanoo, and the sun goddess
Module #11 Native American Mythology Examining the diverse mythologies of indigenous peoples across North America, including the Iroquois, Navajo, and Inca
Module #12 African Mythology Delving into the myths and legends of West, East, and Central Africa, including Anansi the Spider and Yoruba Orishas
Module #13 Celtic Mythology Exploring the myths of ancient Britain, Ireland, and Wales, including the Tuatha Dé Danann and King Arthur
Module #14 Norse Mythology Examining the myths of the Aesir and Vanir, including Odin, Thor, and Loki, as well as the Viking cosmology
Module #15 Comparative Analysis:Creation Myths Analyzing the similarities and differences between creation myths across cultures
Module #16 Comparative Analysis:Hero Myths Examining the common patterns and unique features of hero myths, including the heros journey and monomyth
Module #17 Mythology and Psychology Exploring the connections between mythological themes and psychological concepts, including the collective unconscious
Module #18 Mythology and Culture Investigating the role of mythology in shaping cultural identity, values, and practices
Module #19 Mythology and Literature Examining the influence of mythology on literature, including works by Homer, Virgil, and modern authors
Module #20 Mythology and Art Analyzing the representation of mythological themes and motifs in art, architecture, and popular culture
Module #21 Mythology and Film Exploring the depiction of mythological stories and themes in film, including blockbuster movies and classic adaptations
Module #22 Mythology and Video Games Examining the use of mythological themes, characters, and narratives in video games
Module #23 Mythology and Contemporary Society Investigating the relevance and impact of mythology on modern social issues and cultural trends
Module #24 Case Study:A Mythological Tradition In-depth analysis of a specific mythological tradition, including its history, themes, and cultural significance
Module #25 Methodologies in Mythological Studies Exploring various approaches to studying mythology, including structuralism, poststructuralism, and comparative mythology
Module #26 Mythology and Archetypes Examining the concept of archetypes in mythology, including the work of Carl Jung and Joseph Campbell
Module #27 Mythology and Ritual Investigating the relationship between mythology and ritual practices, including sacrificial rituals and initiation ceremonies
Module #28 Mythology and Symbolism Analyzing the symbolic meanings and interpretations of mythological motifs, including animals, landscapes, and colors
Module #29 Mythology and Historical Context Examining the historical and cultural contexts in which mythologies emerged and evolved
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Comparative Study of World Mythologies career
