Myths and Gods in ancient Greece

As we embark upon our Webquest, we will be gathering information to help us understand Mythology and the Olympian gods. We will get to know the gods by reading their stories and finding out what they represent. When you are finished, you will create a “WANTED” or “MISSING” poster for your assigned god or goddess. It should be fun!!!

Also choose ONE God/Godess and write down following information:

1. The name of your assigned god or goddess

2. The Roman or the Latin name of your god

3. A brief description of where the god is from and where the god can usually be found (in other words, where does the god spend his time in the myths?)

4. He or she is the god or goddess of…?

5. This god is famous for…?

6. Relatives? (parents, siblings, what god or gods did he or she marry or love?)

7. Does this god have a weapon?

8. Significant Actions? Crimes?

9. Known associates (who they hang out with)?

10.A symbol that represents him/her? Why?

11.Last known location?

12.Other distinguishing characteristics?

Finally explain in your own words a Myth where the God/Godess you choose apppears. 

Ancient Greece is well known for its stories of gods, goddesses, and heroes. The word myth comes from the ancient Greek word mythos, which means “a spoken or written story.” Basically, a myth is a story with a purpose. Myths attempt to give explanations for events in the natural world among humans and between deities. Myths can teach societal standards, rules, and expectations in a way that interests the listener. Myths often have spiritual or religious meaning. Every culture, including our own, has its own myths. A Classical Greek Myth:  Explains a natural phenomenon or the creation of something

Depicts a struggle between good and evil

Shows a relationship between mortals and the supernatural

Contains magical characters, gods, goddesses, nymphs, giants, etc.

Sometimes depicts a hero’s quest to accomplish a great feat

Makes reference to geological places and cultural aspects of ancient Greece

Many people wonder where myths come from. About 2,000 years ago an ancient Greek scholar suggested that all myths are based on historical facts that, over time, have been exaggerated into impossible events. Most modern scholars believe myths serve as metaphors or symbols for teaching the beliefs of a culture. They believe the events are not based in truth, but serve as an exciting way to get people to listen and learn from the story.

Let’s learn about some of the gods and goddesses—specifically the gods of Mount Olympus, also known as the Olympians. Use the links below to learn more about some of the Olympian gods and goddesses.

http://www.mythweb.com/gods/index.html

http://www.mythologyteacher.com/Gallery-of-the-Gods.php

http://greece.mrdonn.org/greekgods/index.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ri-AoKE42rw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7F16sC860s

THESE CONCEPTS WILL BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT FOR THE EVALUATION.

• Use of language
• Coherence and cohesion in texts
• Interest and responsibility
• Work done in class
• Classroom rules
• Work cooperatevily in groups.
• Clear and consice message
• Assigment handed in in time.
• Use of internet and technology
• Creativity and good use of time and motivation
• Use of variety and resources.

Hope this webquest have taught you about legendary characters in the Ancient Greece. Learning how they behaved, their personalities, their powers, their relationships and their message.

This webquest is thought to be completed in two lessons of 60' minutes each and it was designed for secondary students aged between 12 and 14 years old.