Module 2: Introduction to Fairy Tales

Module 2: Introduction to Fairy Tales

Introduction

In this lesson, I will introduce our course.

Preparation for Class

This section will include the readings and other activities students are required to complete before the class session in order to prepare for our learning. This might include PDFs of course texts, page numbers for assigned readings, and links to the online media and other materials required to prepare for this session’s lecture(s), activities and assignments. This information will be posted on the Friday before the beginning of this week’s session. All materials listed in this section may form the foundation of this lesson’s Content Quiz.

  • Coursework and assessments will be assigned through Gradescope. If you haven’t been automatically added to our course, use this Entry Code to register with our class:
    • To use a Gradescope Entry Code, go to Gradescope.com, click “Sign Up,” select “Student,” and enter “ along with your name and school email to join the course. If you have an existing account, click “Add Course” on your dashboard to use the entry code.
  • We will be using Piazza for class discussion. If you haven’t been automatically added to our course, please enrol by following this link.
  • Review the Syllabus for information on our coursework and assessments. You can find the Syllabus here.
Lectures

Module 2: Lesson 1 (Part 1)

Module 2: Lesson 1 (Part 2)

Module 2: Lesson 1 (Part 3)

1. Read this selection of Tom Thumb Stories

2. In-Class Essay (150–350 words; 5–7 minutes): Origins of Fairy Tales
Complete your In-Class Essay on Gradescope.com.

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Module 2: Lesson 2 (Part 1-2)

Module 2: Lesson 2 (Part 3)

Module 2: Lesson 2 (Part 4)

1. Read this selection of stories from Tale Type #34

2. In-Class Essay (150–350 words; 5–7 minutes): Tale Type #34
Complete your In-Class Essay on Gradescope.com.

3. Group Discussion Activity: Tale Type #34 (150 words; 5 minutes)
Complete this Discussion question on Piazza.

Coursework & Assignments

This section will feature upcoming assignments, such as Learning Journal Entries, the Midterm Exam, and the Creative Project. All assignments listed here are due Sunday @ 11:59 PM on the week these materials were assigned. Please see instructions above for In-Class Essays and other activities assigned as part of GMST 121’s in-person and asynchronous lectures.

  • Week 1: Learning Journal Entry + Discussion: Your Folk Tale Tradition (350 words)
    Complete your Learning Journal Entry for Week 1 on Piazza.