The Implications and Importance of Greek Mythology to the People of the 21st Century (BIG IDEA)
by Stephanie Thomas
1. The Essential Questions
1.1. 1.What is mythology? How did it fit into ancient Greek culture?
1.2. 2. What is the significance of Greek mythology in our society today?
1.3. 3.What connections can you make to Greek heroes/myths in books, movies, commercials, architecture?
2. The Challenge
2.1. Solution
3. Guiding Activities
3.1. 1. Student Interview/Podcast
3.2. 2. Student will access Discovery URL for Content and Assessment for ancient Greek culture background information and various Greek myths.
3.3. 3. Student Research using Symbaloo and Cornell Notes
4. Assessment (both formative and summative)
4.1. Rubrics
4.1.1. Responsibility
4.1.2. Independent Work
4.1.3. Initiative
4.1.4. Organization
4.1.5. Collaboration
4.1.6. Self-regulation