Myth and Mythmaking Across Cultures
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Myth and Mythmaking
Defining myth, exploring its significance, and setting the scope for the course

Module #2
Mythological Origins:Ancient Mesopotamia
Discovering the earliest known myths from Sumer, Babylon, and Assyria

Module #3
Egyptian Mythology:Gods, Pharaohs, and the Afterlife
Examining the myths of Isis, Osiris, and Anubis, and their relation to ancient Egyptian culture

Module #4
Greek Mythology:Olympian Gods and Heroes
Delving into the stories of Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, and the heroes of ancient Greece

Module #5
Roman Mythology:Gods, Goddesses, and Imperial Power
Exploring the myths of Jupiter, Mars, and Venus, and their role in ancient Roman society

Module #6
Norse Mythology:Gods, Giants, and the End of the World
Venturing into the world of Odin, Thor, and Loki, and the myths of the Vikings

Module #7
Mythmaking in Ancient India:The Vedas and Hindu Epics
Uncovering the myths of the Rigveda, Mahabharata, and Ramayana, and their significance in Hinduism

Module #8
Chinese Mythology:Dragons, Phoenixes, and the Five Elements
Exploring the myths of the Dragon and Phoenix, and their role in Chinese culture and philosophy

Module #9
Japanese Mythology:Kami, Yokai, and the Spirit World
Delving into the myths of Shintoism, Buddhism, and Japanese folklore

Module #10
African Mythology:Anansi the Spider and the Yoruba Pantheon
Discovering the myths of West Africa, including Anansi, Yemoja, and Ogun

Module #11
Mythmaking in the Americas:Mesoamerican and Native American Traditions
Examining the myths of the Aztecs, Mayans, and Native American cultures of North America

Module #12
Myth and Ritual:How Myths Shape Cultural Practices
Analyzing the connection between myths and the rituals, ceremonies, and daily life of ancient cultures

Module #13
The Psychological and Symbolic Significance of Myth
Exploring the psychological and symbolic meanings behind mythological stories and motifs

Module #14
Myth and Literature:How Myths Inspire Creative Works
Investigating how myths have influenced literature, art, and music throughout history

Module #15
Myth and Film:Modern Retellings of Ancient Stories
Examining how myths have been adapted and reinterpreted in modern film and media

Module #16
Myth and Identity:How Myths Shape National and Cultural Identities
Analyzing the role of myths in shaping national and cultural identities, including issues of cultural appropriation

Module #17
Myth and History:Separating Fact from Fiction
Discussing the relationship between myth and history, and the challenges of distinguishing between the two

Module #18
Myth and Science:The Evolution of Mythological Thinking
Exploring how mythological thinking has evolved in response to scientific discoveries and technological advancements

Module #19
Myth and Feminism:The Representation of Women in Mythology
Examining the representation of women in mythological stories and their impact on gender roles and expectations

Module #20
Myth and Power:How Myths Have Been Used to Justify Social Hierarchies
Analyzing how myths have been used to justify social hierarchies, including issues of colonialism and imperialism

Module #21
Myth and Spirituality:The Role of Myth in Religious and Spiritual Practices
Investigating the role of myth in religious and spiritual practices, including mysticism and esotericism

Module #22
Myth and Environment:The Connection between Myth and Ecology
Exploring the connection between myth and the natural environment, including eco-mythology and environmentalism

Module #23
Myth and Technology:The Impact of Technology on Mythmaking
Examining how technology has changed the way myths are created, transmitted, and consumed

Module #24
Myth and Globalization:The Spread of Myths Across Cultures
Analyzing how myths have been transmitted and adapted across cultures, including issues of cultural exchange and cultural imperialism

Module #25
Myth and Memory:The Role of Myth in Shaping Collective Memory
Investigating how myths have shaped collective memory and national identity

Module #26
Myth and Emotions:The Emotional Power of Mythological Stories
Examining the emotional resonance of mythological stories and their impact on human psychology

Module #27
Myth and Morality:The Moral Lessons of Mythological Stories
Analyzing the moral lessons and ethical implications of mythological stories

Module #28
Myth and Metaphor:The Symbolic Language of Myth
Exploring the symbolic language of myth, including metaphor, allegory, and symbolism

Module #29
Myth and Archetype:The Universal Patterns of Mythological Stories
Investigating the universal patterns and archetypes that appear across mythological traditions

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Myth and Mythmaking Across Cultures career

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Myth and Mythmaking Across Cultures ( 30 Modules )

Myth and Mythmaking Across Cultures
( 30 Modules )