Task | Scenarios | Resources | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Extension
It's probably been a while since you studied mythology. Despite the fact mythology is really old news -- well over a thousand years -- it still shapes our world. This is especially true of the great literature we will read in this course. British literature is full of allusions to Greek, Roman, and Norse Mythology.
Skeptical that mythology still carries an impact? Think of the millions Disney invested in animating Hercules. Or, think about the TV program by the same name. Those are adaptations of Greek myths. Nearly fifty constellations are linked to Greek mythology. Ever wear Nike shoes? Why are they called Nike? It's Greek mythology! Check out the names of the days of the week . . . that's Norse mythology! Even your body bears the mark of mythology. The tendon that connects to your foot? It's your Achilles' heel! Another allusion to Greek mythology!
Mythology -- whether Greek, Roman, or Norse -- is pretty interesting stuff. It is filled with monsters, the supernatural, and adventures. This WebQuest will refresh your memories about major mythological figures you should know.
Create a dream team of seven figures from Graeco/Roman and Norse mythology that are designed to meet the dynamics of your scenario. Creatively present your Dream Team to your classmates via a Powerpoint presentation in which all team members participate and cooperatively write a creative conclusion to your scenario.
Mythology paints these powerful figures as worthy of the respect of mankind. Many were considered gods or demi-gods. They were in some pretty unusual and horrific situations, but nothing can compare to "The Twelve Trials." These will be new situations your Dream Team must conquer and cope with.
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As the "Fates" would have it, your trial will be
determined
by the dreaded RNG!
To receive full credit, teams must incorporate the use of a number of different types of resources in their project. It is expected that teams will find and cite information from a wide variety of sources including both digital and print resources. Teams will need to consult both the FVL Media Center Reference Section and the Honors English Reserve Shelf as well as a selection of internet sites listed on the Resource Page linked to this Web Quest.
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Another helpful reference sheet available to teams
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this web page listing the Greek & Roman name equivalents for
their mythological figures!
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STEP 1: Create your Web Quest team. Teams must be 3-4 members -- create your own teams or Mr. Payne will create them for you.
STEP 2: Your Web Quest team receives its adventure scenario.
STEP 3: Your Web Quest team will do basic research on 48 important Graeco/Roman or Norse mythological figures. See Mythological Figures Sheet.
STEP 4: After cutting the list to 24 possible "Dream Team" members, the Web Quest team will divide these remaining gods/goddesses so that each team member will will create a one-page Dossier on several figures from both Norse & Graeco-Roman mythology. See Dossier Sheet.
STEP 5: Each team member will research the information needed to fully complete their assigned Dossiers. To receive full credit, each team members must . . .
-- find a suitable graphic for each Dossier.
-- use a different resource for each Dossier.
(You must use a mix of web and print!)
-- create their own Works Cited page formatted to MLA standards to complete their
project. (due at end of project)
NOTE: See Daily Instruction Sheet for specific information. (The Dossiers & Works Cited Page are handed in at the completion of the PowerPoint presentation and account for the individual grade which is worth 5 of the 10 total grades in this unit.)
STEP 6: Using the 24 Mythological Dossiers, each Web Quest team will meet to decide on the final members of their Mythological Dream Team. To do this, team members will need to narrow their 24 dossiers to the seven "best" Dream Team members . . . 4 Graeco/Roman and 3 Norse. Your criteria for the selection process should be based the adventure scenario for your Dream Team.
STEP 7: Your Web Quest team will create and work together to present a PowerPoint slide show that details your Mythological Dream Team and how their talents/attributes were able to meet the specifics of your chosen scenario. See PowerPoint Guide Sheet. (The PowerPoint presentation is the basis of the group grade which is worth 5 of the 10 total grades in this unit.)
Evaluation for this unit will be awarded both as an individual and as a team. The project is worth 10 grades. (This is the same as a normal test.) Major elements considered in the final grade will include . . .
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Your Web Quest team may create receive a bonus grade by creating a set of 12 new, fun scenarios to be used in future versions of this project. The scenarios are to be creative and fun. Submit this extra credit project on a separate sheet set up according to the standard paper submission guidelines. Be sure to list the names of all WQ Team members who created your scenario listing. This extension assignment will count 3 grades.
Congratulations! You have completed a one-of-a-kind Web Quest assignment
designed by your teacher. WebQuests are a unique teaching tool designed to prepare you for
the world of the future by creating a team-oriented research
project that leads you to become more familiar with the powerful technology available
to us all on the worldwide web.
One of the primary goals of this project was for you to review important information
about Graeco/Roman and Norse Mythology for readings you will experience
later in this class. Another goal was for you to refine basic researching skills
before you encounter the Honors English class term paper project.
To this end, I wanted you to become more acquainted with ideas including online books, hot links, list server, primary sources, secondary sources, annotated bibliographies, MLA citations, search engines, and more.
I also hope you had a little fun along the way.