French 1 Course Syllabus

World Mythology Course Syllabus

Madame Davis

Classroom 2605

2015-2016

Course Content: This course will introduce students to myths from some of the world’s greatest cultures. From the ancients to more modern times, we will read, discuss, analyze, and write about myths from around the world. This course may be taken as an elective; it may not be used to fulfill core requirements.

Prerequisites: None

Course Objectives:

1. To describe various myths and their themes from around the world as well as the culture from which they came.

2. To understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics, texts, and supplemental readings.

3. To communicate ideas and concepts orally through classroom discussions and small-group work.

4. To communicate ideas and concepts in writing using Standard English grammar in the form of well-constructed essays.

Materials: Notebook paper, pens, pencils

Suggested Materials: Crayons, Markers, Colored pencils, Scissors, Glue, Assorted Smart Phone Apps

Requested Materials: 1 box of Kleenex, 1 package of dry erase markers, 1 package of copy paper

Class Rules:

1. Come to class on time with all classroom materials.

2. Have respect for others at all times.

3. Complete all classroom and homework assignments.

4. Be responsible for arranging with teacher for any missed assignments.

5. Participate in all classroom activities and discussions.

6. Regular attendance is expected.

Grading: Grades are based on a percent of the maximum possible cumulative points. The grade is determined by the total number of points earned in each category that is weighted accordingly. Students will receive grades based on the following types of assessments:

1. Classwork- 35 %

2. Writing activities and Essays- 45%

3. Projects- 10%

4. Nine-Weeks Test- 10%

Final Project: At the end of the year, each student will be responsible for taking an ancient myth and modernizing it. They will do so under the guidance of the teacher, but the majority of the project will be the student’s or student group’s ideas and work. As with all finals, the project will count for 20% of the student’s final grade. Since the project is completed throughout the course of the year, no student may be exempt from the final project.

Communication: During the course of the semester, any student who is receiving an unsatisfactory grade or is having trouble with the material may meet with me before/after school by appointment. Parents who wish to speak with me may email me at or call the school at (205) 342-2670 to set up an appointment.

Attendance: Students are expected to attend class in accordance with the attendance policy listed in the Code of Student Conduct. If the absence is excused, all work may be made up.

Make-up Work: If a student is absent, it is the student’s responsibility to bring proper documentation for the excused absence and to check with the classroom teacher what work was missed. Guidelines for the time allowed for excused and unexcused absences are stated in the TCSS Parent/Student Handbook. All quizzes and tests must be made up before or after school and the student will arrange with the teacher the dates that they will make up their missed assessment. Any work not made up by the deadline will receive a grade of zero. Cases of extreme sickness or death in the family will be given special consideration and the classroom teacher will work with the student.

Special Accommodations: Any student with special needs will be provided any reasonable accommodations in accordance with Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

World Mythology

Tentative Semester Outline

1. Greco-Roman