授業の目的、または到達目標

To understand the role of myths and their importance in the development of society.

授業の概要

This course will examine the role of myths and the importance they play in the development of society, In this course, students will e-+xamine the myths and fairytales of various cultures, from early history to the present. The function of mythology and its manifestations in myths, legends, parables, and fairy tales will be examined, discussed, and compared. Emphasis will be given to a comparison of the similarities found in myths.

授業の形態

• Lectures, discussions, presentations, quizzes, research paper

準備学習

• Active participation is essential in order to understand what myths are and the function they play for societies and individuals. Students will read both required books and articles on reserve in the library, and prepare for discussions. Students will spend several hours outside of class doing the reading and preparing for discussions each week. Readings and homework assignments must be completed before class. The required presentation is a group project. Quizzes will be given on readings, vocabulary, material covered in class, and group presentations. Research and writing for the research paper will take additional time. Some class time will be devoted to the research paper, but most of the research and writing will be completed outside of class. Through lectures, discussions, readings, worksheets, story telling, research papers, and presentations, students will come to understand “what is a myth,” “what are the major mythic themes,” and “what is the purpose of myths.”

教科書

Two (2) texts are required:
1. Campbell, Joseph. (1996). Man and myth. Tokyo: Sanshusha. ISBN 4384320396 C1082
2. Leeming, David. (1990). Mythology. Tokyo: Kinseido. ISBN 4764704420
Other required readings will be placed on reserve in the library.

成績評価方法・基準