Part 1
Topic Choice
A traditional https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/common_
is often one of the first steps to writing a research paper. We wont be writing a research paper, but you will be compiling sources and considering them carefully as though we were. You will have 2 options to choose from, so please read the directions carefully and choose wisely!
OPTION 1: Choose one of the Norse myths we read for this unit and find 2 different re-tellings of it. Go beyond the text and look at other types of re-tellings; however, at least 1 of your 2 versions must be text based. For this option, you will also need to write a one paragraph introduction that provides an understanding of how translation impacts the study of mythology.
OPTION 2: Before, the Beginning and After is a creation myth. Find 2 more creation myths, each from a different culture. You may not use any version of the Greek/Roman creation myth. For this option, you will want to do a bit of research on different types of creation myths as well. For this option, you will also need to write a one paragraph introduction that provides an understanding of what creation myths are and their common motifs.
OPTION 3: After reviewing all the myths we have read and will read this semester, you might see a culture or motif that is missing. For this option, please find 2 myths from a culture or motif we do not study and complete the annotations below. If you do chose this option, you will also need to write a one paragraph introduction that provides an understanding of the culture or motif you are exploring.
OPTION 4: An academic inquiry of your own choice. However, you must get approval from me beforehand, so we can come up with the requirements together. For this option, you will also need to write a one paragraph introduction that provides an understanding of the academic inquiry you are making.
Requirements
Whichever option you choose, you will do the following:
Put which option you chose in your title
The citations for each of your sources must be in https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/m
Your sources should be in alphabetical order (based on the first letter of the citation)
In a paragraph after each source you must:Provide background for the source. Where is it from? Who wrote it/created it? Who published it? When was it published? 1-2 sentences
Give a brief https://wikidiff.com/summary/synopsis#:~:text=As%20nouns%20the%20difference%20between,or%20condensation%20of%20a%20work. synopsisLinks to an external site. of the source 1-2 sentences
Explain what you learned from reviewing the source, and what it might teach us2-3 sentences
Explain why you chose this source2-3 sentences
Here is a sample which you can find the file that i gave you and You can use this as a template as well.
Annotate Bibliography (170) (1)
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 1 CitationCitation is in MLA formatting
6 ptsFull Credit
Citation is in MLA formatting
3 ptsPartial Credit
Source is mostly in MLA formatting, but is missing a few key parts.
0 ptsNo Credit
Citation is not in MLA formatting
6 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 1 ContextProvides sufficient background for the source. Where its from. Who wrote it/created it. Who published it. When it was published, etc.
8 ptsFull Credit
Well written. Only the necessary information is given.
5.34 ptsPartial Credit
Gives good information, but stays at the surface or gives seemingly irrelevant details.
0 ptsNo Credit
Missing or incorrect
8 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 1 SynopsisGives a brief synopsis that explains what the source is about.
12 ptsFull Credit
Synopsis is brief and provides the most relevant information.
6 ptsPartial Credit
Synopsis is either too brief, too long, or does not provide important information.
0 ptsNo Marks
Synopsis is missing or incorrect.
12 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 1 ReviewExplains what was learned from the source and what it might teach us
12 ptsFull Credit
Explanation of what was learned is well written and thoughtful. There is an attempt to consider what we might learn through reading the source.
6 ptsPartial Credit
Explanation is unclear or too brief.
0 ptsNo Credit
Explanation is incomplete or missing.
12 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 1 ExplanationExplains why the source was chosen.
12 ptsFull Marks
Explanation of source is well-written, thoughtful, and insightful.
6 ptsPartial Credit
Explanation of choice is either unclear or too brief.
0 ptsNo Marks
Explanation of choice is incomplete or missing.
12 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 2 CitationCitation is in MLA formatting
6 ptsFull Credit
Citation is in MLA formatting
3 ptsPartial Credit
Source is mostly in MLA formatting, but is missing a few key parts.
0 ptsNo Credit
Citation is not in MLA formatting
6 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 2 ContextProvides sufficient background for the source. Where its from. Who wrote it/created it. Who published it. When it was published, etc.
8 ptsFull Credit
Well written. Only the necessary information is given.
5.34 ptsPartial Credit
Gives good information, but stays at the surface or gives seemingly irrelevant details.
0 ptsNo Credit
Missing or incorrect
8 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 2 SynopsisGives a brief synopsis that explains what the source is about.
12 ptsFull Credit
Synopsis is brief and provides the most relevant information.
6 ptsPartial Credit
Synopsis is either too brief, too long, or does not provide important information.
0 ptsNo Marks
Synopsis is missing or incorrect.
12 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 2 ReviewExplains what was learned from the source and what it might teach us
12 ptsFull Credit
Explanation of what was learned is well written and thoughtful. There is an attempt to consider what we might learn through reading the source.
6 ptsPartial Credit
Explanation is unclear or too brief.
0 ptsNo Credit
Explanation is incomplete or missing.
12 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 2 ExplanationExplains why the source was chosen.
12 ptsFull Marks
Explanation of source is well-written, thoughtful, and insightful.
6 ptsPartial Credit
Explanation of choice is either unclear or too brief.
0 ptsNo Marks
Explanation of choice is incomplete or missing.
12 pts
Total Points: 100
Part 2
Read
Read and annotate this essay about defining myth, legend, and folktale: The Forms of Folklore (Abridged
This is only the first 5 pages of a 19 page article, but it gives solid definitions for us to work from
Review
Review this article that has various definitions of myth: Defining Myth- An Introduction
Actions
Find one or two definitions that speak to you (for whatever reason)
Critical Response Due Sunday 7/2
In a 2 page response
Considering what each of the three sources above say, as well as your own personal experience, provide your own unique understanding of the importance of storytelling.
Choose one of the definitions from Defining MythAn introduction Copy it down word-for-word
Rewrite it in your own words
Explain why it spoke to you
Make a connection to the importance of storytelling
