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Dr. Karen RosenbeckerEmail: krosenbe@loyno.eduContact Number: 504.982.2656Please note that I am not on campus this semesterOffice Hours via Zoom (US Central Time): Mondays 11:00AM-12:00 PM Tuesdays 4:00PM-5:00PM Fridays 1:00PM-2:00PM And by AppointmentLanguages and Cultures Office:Bobet 318Office Manager: Ms. Heidi Braden504.865.2295Greek Mythology (CLHU O246)Please note that all dates, times, and assignmentsare subject to change at instructor discretionRequired Texts:Classical Mythology (11th ed.), Mark P.O. Morford, Robert Lenardon, and Michael Sham; Oxford University Press(2017). ISBN 9780190851644. Est. Price Range: 11.00- 94.00Please note that there are many editions of this book available. Should you choose to use an earlier edition, be aware that you are still responsiblefor any content available in the 11th that may not be in the earlier editions.On-line resource site for the textbook:www.classicalmythology.org 97703/)Brief Course Overview: Throughout this class, we will become familiar with the major story arcs in Greek andRoman Mythology. We will become versed in recognizing iconographic representations of gods, goddesses, andheroes both in classical and post-classical art; we will also explore how the genres of literature that preserve thesestories have shaped them and how modern thinkers have delved into the question “why is mythology important?”Course Goals, Objectives, and Student Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to.1. The course will help you develop effective skills in critical thinking and writing through in-class writing,exams, presentations, and discussions.2. The course will help you develop reading, listening, and speaking skills through the assigned texts, classdiscussion, and responses to the texts and to other students’ ideas3. The course will help you develop an appreciation for the importance of mythology not just for GrecoRoman culture, but also for the history of Western Europe and modern America.4. The course will help you recognize those basic story patterns and character archetypes that are rooted inGreek/Roman mythology and that profoundly influence later authors and genres of literature.5. The course will help you recognize classical tropes and images in the fine arts.6. The course will help you focus on issues of the relationship of god/God and humanity, specifically how thatconnection is represented in literature and art and how that the human conception of that relationshipchanges over time.Official Information from Loyola:Terms of Use:A student's continued enrollment in this course signifies acknowledgment of and agreement with the statements, disclaimers,policies, and procedures outlined within this syllabus and elsewhere in the Canvas environment. This Syllabus is a dynamicdocument. Elements of the course structure (e.g., dates and topics covered, but not policies) may be changed at the discretion ofthe professor.Expectations of Workload: According to the Loyola University Credit Hour Policy , you are supposed to spend at least 6300 minutes (that is 105 hours including 35 hours of classwork and 70 hours ofout-of-class work) for the whole semester regardless of how many weeks it is offered. That is rounded to at least 13 hours eachweek for an 8-week course. It includes about 4 hours of your classwork in Canvas and about 9 hours of out-of-class workpreparing, reading, etc.

Expectations of Skills and Competencies for Successful Completion of Assignments:e.g. You must have basic computer and Canvas skills to complete the assignments, such as able to identify and click on buttons toaccess and navigate the course content, being able to find your course assignments, grades, and feedback in Canvas, and beingable to add attachments, links, images, and submission of the assignments, etc.Information about Title IX, Office of Accessible Education Policies, and Emergency Information can be found onSyllabus Part II document provided by Loyola New Orleans.Covid 19 Policy Information from Loyola New OrleansStudents must comply with any directive from University and government officials with regards to public health directives. Inparticular, students should keep at least six (6) feet of distance between themselves and others at all times including whileoutdoors, in common areas, and in classrooms. All individuals must wear a face mask covering their nose and mouth whileoutdoors and while in all buildings except when that individual is alone (e.g. personal residence hall rooms). For moreinformation consult 2020.pdf. Individuals who cannot wear a face mask because of health reasons or functional reasons should contact the Office ofAccessible Education to determine other accommodations. Everyone should regularly wash their hands and avoid touching theirface, touching others, and sharing items. Students should immediately call Student Health Services (504-865-3326) if theyexperience symptoms of COVID-19, test positive for COVID-19, and/or become exposed to someone with COVID-19.Technology Requirement: This course requires consistent access to WiFi and a computer to watch videos and participate inZoom sessions. If you have any interruption in WiFi access that will extend beyond a day, please contact Dr.Rosenbecker. If you find yourself without access to a computer, please contact Dr. Rosenbecker. A word about SmartPhones: while they are wonderful, you will need a laptop or tablet for thisclass.Information about Class RequirementsAbout This Class: This class is ASYNCHRONOUS, meaning class does not meet as group at set times. All work for each module will be due at the scheduled close of the module (see dates below);exams will be due on the dates below. There will be regular Discussion Sessions held via Zoom; they are geared to help with the work,and completing the course will be easier if you do come to those sessions withquestions/concerns. This class uses a FLIPPED CLASSROOM approach, meaning the Discussion Sessions are notlectures; they are chances for us to talk about the videos and readings, and to prep for quizzes,assignments, and exams. Please watch the Course Introduction Video for more about how class will work.Contacting Dr. Rosenbecker: I absolutely want you to contact me any time you have a question or concern, or even just tocheck in and say “hi.” You will get a faster response if you text me (504.982.2656). When you text me, be sure totell me your full name and which section of Greek Myth you’re in, along with yourquestion. In general, I respond to emails within 48 hours. If you have emailed me and I haven’t gotten backto you in 72 hours, please text me and resend the email.How to do well in this class: Keep on schedule! The syllabus includes a suggested schedule for each module’s work; Use thatto help you stay on track with the homework.

Come to Discussion Sessions! Use that time to check in with Rosenbecker and your classmates,and to focus in on what is important in our quizzes, assignments, and exams.Stay in touch! If you are having trouble with the material, if you need an extension on work, ifyour WIFI is more like no-fi, let Rosenbecker know sooner rather than later.FAQ’s:Need a quick response on something? Text Dr. Rosenbecker (504.982.2656)Need to reschedule an assignment? Contact Dr. Rosenbecker well ahead of time and arrange to reschedule No “after the fact” rescheduling is allowedCan’t meet during Office Hours/Discussion Session? Contact Dr. Rosenbecker to set up a meeting for a time when you are freeModule/Assignment locked? Text Dr. Rosenbecker (504.982.2656)Reading/Link on Canvas not working? Text Dr. Rosenbecker (504.982.2656)Something look wrong with your grade? Text Dr. Rosenbecker (504.982.2656)Is it possible to do well without coming to Discussion Sessions? YES but why not come anyway and have doing well be easier?Is it possible to redo a low graded assignment for more credit? Sometimes. Contact Dr. RosenbeckerIs late work accepted? Yes, but late work loses points, it drops a grade for every day late Be aware that it is possible for work to be so late, there are no points remaining for itUnsure what to do for an assignment? Contact Dr. Rosenbecker; ideally come to Discussion Session or Office HoursHave accommodations for quizzes, etc.? Contact Dr. RosenbeckerWhy a zero in the grade book? Grades get run about once a week; if an assignment is missing, it receives a zero. Even ifyou have received permission to turn in late without penalty, you may see a zero initiallyfor that work, but it will change when the work comes in and I grade it. Again, if youever have questions about grades, contact Dr. Rosenbecker.Can work be emailed instead of submitted via Canvas? Please always try to submit via Canvas first; if there is a problem with submitting viaCanvas, you should email the work to me and keep a copy.Canvas ate the assignment: Please always have a backup for everything you write for this course.When are Office Hours? M 11 AM US Central T 4 PM US Central F 1 PM US Central And by appointment

When are Discussion Sessions? T 2 PM US Central Th 2 PM US Central And by appointmentFeeling disorganized and not knowing where to start? We’ve all been there. Come see Dr. Rosenbecker and let’s get things back on track.How is the grade determined? Module Quizzes:Mini Assignments:Exams (4):25%15%60%What are Module Quizzes?:Brief quizzes taken on Canvas to keep us up with the reading;Module quizzes are meant to be taken in 10 minutes or less, without study aids, and will be acombination of multiple choice, true/false, choose the best answers style questions. A goodpreparation for them are the practice quizzes on the textbook website.What are Mini Assignments?: Short assignments geared to the readings and/or art that we havebeen studying. Mini Assignments will involve about a page of writing on your part, and somewill require you to go find a myth or a piece of art that is new for the course.What are Exams?: Exams are longer assignments and are meant to be done with your notes andresources (i.e. open-book; open-notes). Exams will feature a variety of questions in short answerformat and will require you to state from where you’re getting the information for them(directions for how to do notations for Exams will be given).What about Extra Credit?: Periodically during the term, I may make extra credit optionsavailable. Extra Credit is neither mandatory nor compulsory and therefore not a requirement forthis course. Be aware that access to extra credit opportunities may be predicated on being astudent in good standing (i.e. current with all homework and assignments).Finally, extra credit opportunities will never be the equivalent of a quiz, homework assignment,or exam in terms of points allotted.A Final Warning .o You must to contact me ahead of time and receive my permission for rescheduling andextensions on work (i.e. to turn in work late without penalty)o Generally, if you contact me ahead of time, we can reschedule and set up extensions onworko However, if you ask after the due date, the answer will be no