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Spring 2026 | ENG-1350-VO02 - World Mythology Online Class Online courses take place 100% online via Canvas, without required in-person or Zoom meetings. Location: Online Credits: 3 (45 hours) Day/Times: Meets online Semester Dates: 01-27-2026 to 05-11-2026 Last day to drop without a grade: 02-08-2026 - Refund Policy Last day to withdraw (W grade): 03-29-2026 - Refund Policy Open Seats/Section Limit: 9/20 (as of 01-09-26 8:10 PM) Faculty Ananda Forest View Faculty Credentials Hiring Coordinator for this course: Heath Fuller Browse the Canvas Site for this class. General Education Requirements This section meets the following CCV General Education Requirement(s) for the current catalog year: VSCS Humanistic Perspectives Note Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor. Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement. Course Description An exploration of the meaning of mythology and the evolution of mythical thought from an interdisciplinary standpoint. Consideration will be given to mythology as an explanation of the way the world is ordered and how human beings respond to that order. Students will explore a diverse range of myths from cultures around the world and examine the relevance of myths in our daily lives. Essential Objectives 1. Examine myths from the perspective of various disciplines and world cultures. 2. Compare and contrast different cultural approaches to myth while recognizing the universality of mythical themes. 3. Analyze the connection between myths and human development. 4. Compare and contrast the journeys of male and female heroes. 5. Examine cultural paradigms and explain how myths can define a culture's ideals. 6. Interpret mythical images, themes, and archetypes in written works and art forms. 7. Determine the relevance and importance of myths in our modern world and in the student's personal development. Required Technology More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV computer recommendations Support page. Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses. Textbooks: Required Textbooks and Resources This course uses one or more textbooks/books/simulations. Spring 2026 textbook details will be available on 2025-12-01. On that date a link will be available below that will take you to eCampus, CCV's bookstore. The information provided there will be specific to this class. Please see this page for more information regarding the purchase of textbooks/books. ENG-1350-VO02 Link to Textbooks for this course in eCampus. The last day to use a Financial Aid Advance to purchase textbooks/books is the 3rd Tuesday of the semester. See your financial aid counselor at your academic center if you have any questions. Textbook Information will be posted here on December 1. Artificial Intelligence(AI) Policy Statement CCV recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools are widely available and becoming embedded in many online writing and creative applications. Integrated: This course's generative AI policy acknowledges the use of AI is an essential skill in today's world. By using genAI for specific purposes, students become equipped with relevant skills and tools necessary to thrive in a technology-driven society. Emphasizing the mastery of generative AI should empower you to harness its potential, enhancing your problem-solving abilities and preparing you for future challenges and opportunities. Be aware, however, that any time generative AI is used at any point in the assignment without attribution it may be considered a violation of CCV's Academic Integrity Policy. Methods --Readings in current editions of the texts:The Hero with a Thousand Facesby Joseph Campbell;Fierce Girls, Wise Women and Beloved Sistersby Kathleen Ragan; The Mythology Book (various authors), andWorld Mythologyby Donna Rosenberg --Lectures by instructor. --Group discussion of assigned readings. --Weekly journal. --Films --Reading quizzes. --Midterm examination. --Experiential exercises: shamanic journey. Evaluation Criteria Weekly typed responses to reading-- 20% Weekly discussion participation-- 20% Weekly independent study -- 20% Midterm-- 20% Final project-- 20% Grading Criteria CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:   High Low A+ 100 98 A Less than 98 93 A- Less than 93 90 B+ Less than 90 88 B Less than 88 83 B- Less than 83 80 C+ Less than 80 78 C Less than 78 73 C- Less than 73 70 D+ Less than 70 68 D Less than 68 63 D- Less than 63 60 F Less than 60   P 100 60 NP Less than 60 0 Weekly Schedule Week/Module Topic    Readings    Assignments   1 Welcome and introduction to course and subject of mythology    JosephCampbell,The hero with a Thousand Faces    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   2 The Hero's Journey    Campbell, continued    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   3 Hero's Journey, continued    Campbell, continued    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   4 The Hero's Journey completed    Campbell    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   5 Mythology of India    Selected readings from World Mythology, The Mythology Book    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   6 The Shaman's Journey    Selected readings and videos    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   7 Midterm    Open book    Long essay   8 Introduction to Final Projects and Native American Mythology    Readings fromWorld Mythology, The Mythology Book    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   9 Grimms' Tales    Readings fromGrimms' Tales(online)    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   10 The Goddess and Asian Mythology    Readings fromWorld Mythology, The Mythology Book, and online selections    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   11 African Mythology    Readings fromWorld Mythology, The Mythology Book    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   12 Mythology of Oceania    Readings fromWorld Mythology, The Mythology Book,online readings. Videos.    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   13 Death and Rebirth    Selected readings    Written response to reading; participation in Discussion Forum; Independent Study   14 The Apocalypse in Mythology    Selected readings    Final project   15 Final projects due. Course wrap up       Final projects due   Attendance Policy Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade. In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade. Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance. Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade. Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities: CCV strives to mitigate barriers to course access for students with documented disabilities. To request accommodations, please Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/ Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process. Academic Integrity CCV has a commitment to honesty and excellence in academic work and expects the same from all students. Academic dishonesty, or cheating, can occur whenever you present -as your own work- something that you did not do. You can also be guilty of cheating if you help someone else cheat. Being unaware of what constitutes academic dishonesty (such as knowing what plagiarism is) does not absolve a student of the responsibility to be honest in his/her academic work. Academic dishonesty is taken very seriously and may lead to dismissal from the College. Course description details subject to change. Please refer to this document frequently.