The instruction and the proposal of my paper are in the 2 attachments below. Please use the sources indicated below.
Instructions for the Myth Paper:
Due Dates:
Week 7: Myth Paper Proposal / Update [one paragraph] due by Tuesday, October 12, 2 PM [PST]
Submit one paragraph on your research topic and the myths you will explore. What are the research questions you will address in your paper? Sources?
Week 10: Myth Paper due by Thursday, November 4, 2 PM [PST]
Week 13: Myth Podcast [8-10 minutes] due by Tuesday November 23, 2 PM [PST]
Each student will share myth[s] and findings in a Podcast [8-10 minutes]. This audio will be shared on Brightspace.
Your myth paper should have a thesis that focuses on a particular issue or theme on mythology from a specific region in Asia.
For example, you write your paper on the origin of a certain mountain, city or temple. In your paper, you may compare the history of the city/mountain/temple to the myth that you use to show the similarities and differences and talk about the significance of these disparities.
You may discuss women in mythology, filial piety in mythology, Buddhism or Hinduism in mythology, symbolism in mythology, etc. When you decide on your thesis, pick a few myths you like to use in your discussion. These myths can be from outside sources or from our class readings. You may compare and contrast two similar myths or characters in your paper.
You may also write your term paper using a new topic of your choice. Your new topic must be aligned with the content of this course. That means topics that have to deal with creation myths, the mythic hero, metamorphosis, heaven and hell, gods and ghosts and immortality would be ideal. If you have doubts about your new topic, check with the professor before you begin. You should research on a myth not discussed in class or add a new perspective.
This is a research paper and the last page of your paper should be a bibliography with a minimum of four sources from both books and websites. This page is not included in the required pages for the paper. This is a research paper and all quotes and references must be credited.
- You should submit proposal and paper on Brightspace.
*Late proposals will affect your final paper grade.
- The paper is 6-8 pages in length, not including bibliography. [12 point, Times New Roman, 1 inch margins]. The myth podcast is 8-10 minutes [excludes special effects or music]. Music is not required, but feel free to be creative. Additional instructions on how to record the podcast will be provided closer to the deadline.
- The myth project [paper and podcast] is worth 30% of your final grade.
How to Submit Myth Paper:
How to Submit:
Save your file as PDF: “Last Name_First Name_Myth Paper”
Upload on Brightspace under the tab, “Assessment: Assignments.”
Click “Submit” to complete your submission.
