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Syllabus - American Mythology
Apr. 16th, 2005 08:32 pmAmerican Mythology
Level: 300
Course Description:
American Mythology is an interdisciplinary course in literature, semiotics, and contemporary cultural studies. The thrust of this course is in taking cross-sections of several cultural themes and thinking critically about these topics, deconstructing the mythology inherent in contemporary America that may surround these topics. The examination of contemporary culture is integral to this course as critical observations therein yield primary evidence of the mythological values at work in America.
Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course students should know:
1. how to identify signifiers and their referents.
2. methods of interdisciplinary studies in the humanities.
3. how to critically consider American culture.
4. to incorporate critical thinking into daily life.
( Syllabus this way... )
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Notes:
The "discussion threads" in the first half of the syllabus schedule are there just for my benefit, illustrating possible directions of classroom discussion.
This syllabus was modeled after those of Dr. Greg Salyer, as I favor his discussion-oriented teaching style.
I'll try to get the details of the "Course Specific Reader" online when I can. Unfortunately, it's packed up in America at the moment and I didn't keep all the details in the digital file.
Level: 300
Course Description:
American Mythology is an interdisciplinary course in literature, semiotics, and contemporary cultural studies. The thrust of this course is in taking cross-sections of several cultural themes and thinking critically about these topics, deconstructing the mythology inherent in contemporary America that may surround these topics. The examination of contemporary culture is integral to this course as critical observations therein yield primary evidence of the mythological values at work in America.
Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course students should know:
1. how to identify signifiers and their referents.
2. methods of interdisciplinary studies in the humanities.
3. how to critically consider American culture.
4. to incorporate critical thinking into daily life.
( Syllabus this way... )
Notes:
The "discussion threads" in the first half of the syllabus schedule are there just for my benefit, illustrating possible directions of classroom discussion.
This syllabus was modeled after those of Dr. Greg Salyer, as I favor his discussion-oriented teaching style.
I'll try to get the details of the "Course Specific Reader" online when I can. Unfortunately, it's packed up in America at the moment and I didn't keep all the details in the digital file.
