Gods and Monsters: Classical Mythology

In this course, we’ll explore major characters, stories, and themes of Ancient Greek and Roman Mythology. Structured into sections on The Olympian Gods, Famous Heroes, Mythological Transformations, and The Underworld, each unit delves into key figures and narratives. We’ll also examine how these myths have influenced Art and Literature, identifying their lasting impact on contemporary culture. This course provides a thorough understanding of classical mythology’s role in shaping art and literary traditions.

Completion of this course requires regular access to a laptop or desktop computer with working microphone and webcam, as well as a reliable internet connection.

This Fixed-Paced course incorporates a blend of synchronous and asynchronous elements. Students and teacher meet live via zoom on a regular weekly schedule. In addition, students complete coursework including guided readings, interactive videos, text and video-based discussion threads, problem sets, individual and collaborative projects, and so on. While these activities are time-flexible, teachers sequence them with weekly deadlines to help students keep on track and encourage and support the development of productive time management skills.