General Information about the Course

Course Code:	IKU-Q-212
Course Title:	Introduction to Mythology
Course Semester:	1. Semester / Fall
Course Credits:	Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS 1 0 1 1
Language of instruction:	EN
Prerequisite of the course:	No
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:	No
Type of course:	University Elective
Level of course:	Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Course Lecturer(s):	Deniz KARACA
Course Assistants:

Purpose and content of the course

Course Objectives:	Introduction to Mythology offers a comprehensive exploration of mythological traditions across the world, examining their origins, structures, and meanings. The course investigates how myths function as cultural narratives that shape collective identity, moral order, and artistic imagination. Through the study of Greek, Roman, Norse, Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Asian, and Turkish mythologies, students will gain insight into recurring archetypes, symbolic patterns, and their lasting impact on literature and culture.
Course Objective:	- Identify and describe major myths, deities, and archetypes from diverse world mythologies. - Analyze symbolic structures, recurring motifs, and cultural meanings of myths. - Compare and contrast mythological traditions to uncover shared human concerns. - Interpret mythic narratives in their historical, religious, and cultural contexts. - Discuss the influence of mythology on modern literature, psychology, and the arts.
Mode of Delivery:	E-Learning

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)

1) To understand the cultural, religious, and social functions of mythology.

2) To develop a comparative perspective on different mythological systems.

3) To analyze the archetypal and symbolic dimensions of myths.

4) To explore the relationship between myth, ritual, and belief systems.

5) To cultivate critical and interpretive skills through the study of mythological narratives.

Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)

Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)

Course Topics

Week	Subject
Related Preparation	Pekiştirme
1)	Week 1 - Introduction to Mythology - Definition, scope, and functions of myth; distinction between myth, legend, and folklore.
2)	Week 2 - Creation Myths Around the World - Hesiod’s Theogony (Greek); Enuma Elish (Mesopotamian); Norse and Egyptian creation myths.
3)	Week 3 - Greek Mythology I: The Olympians - Major gods and goddesses; Zeus, Hera, Athena, Apollo; cosmic order and divine hierarchy.
4)	Week 4 - Greek Mythology II: Heroes and Mortals - The hero’s journey; Perseus, Heracles, Theseus; hubris and moral lessons.
5)	Week 5 - Roman Mythology - Adaptations of Greek myths; Virgil’s Aeneid; Aeneas as a cultural hero.
6)	Week 6 - Norse Mythology - The gods of Asgard; Yggdrasil and Ragnarök; Poetic Edda and Prose Edda.
7)	Week 7 - Egyptian and Mesopotamian Myths - Osiris and Isis; The Epic of Gilgamesh; immortality and divine kingship.
8)	Week 8 - Midterm Week
9)	Week 9 - Myth and Psychology - Jung’s archetypes; Campbell’s monomyth; myth as collective dream.
10)	Week 10 - Myth and Ritual - Frazer and Eliade on myth and sacred time; the role of ritual in cultural continuity.
11)	Week 11 - Asian Mythologies - Hindu creation myths; the Ramayana and Mahabharata; Chinese mythic cosmology.
12)	Week 12 - Turkish and Central Asian Mythologies - Tengriism, Ergenekon legend, the Grey Wolf (Bozkurt) motif, and mythic origins of Turkic identity.
13)	Week 13 - Myth and Identity - Gender, power, and identity; feminist and postcolonial readings of myth.
14)	Week 14 - Contemporary Uses of Myth - Myth in modern literature, cinema, and digital storytelling.
15)	Week 15 - Final Exam / Course Wrap-Up - Review and synthesis of key mythological themes.
References: Campbell, J. (2008). The Hero with a Thousand Faces. New World Library. Hamilton, E. (2011). Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes. Grand Central Publishing. Leeming, D. A. (2014). The World of Myth: An Anthology. Oxford University Press. Morford, M., Lenardon, R. J., & Sham, M. (2018). Classical Mythology (11th ed.). Oxford University Press. Eliade, M. (1998). Myth and Reality. Waveland Press. Weekly Notes

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Knows the theories and models that are the basis of professional practices.
2) Acts in accordance with nursing values and ethical principles.
3) Demonstrate skills appropriate for nursing roles.
4) Nursing uses the care process effectively and gives place to evidence-based practices in care.
5) Acts in accordance with the laws, regulations and legislation related to nursing practices.
6) It uses information and maintenance technologies.
7) Takes part in at least one of the scientific research, project and innovation-oriented studies.
8) It takes an active role in the protection, development and maintenance of the health of the individual, family and society.
9) The intra-disciplinary and interdisciplinary team works in cooperation.	3	3	3	3	3
10) Communicates effectively with the individual, family, society and colleagues.
11) Uses critical thinking and problem solving approach in nursing practice.
12) Uses leadership skills in nursing-oriented work areas.
13) Communicates effectively using at least one foreign language and monitors developments in the field.	3	3	3	3	3
14) It continues its professional development by adopting lifelong learning.

Course Teaching, Learning Methods

Q & A
Case Problem Solving/ Drama- Role/ Case Management
Laboratory
Quantitative Problem Solving
Fieldwork
Group Study / Assignment
Individual Assignment
WEB-based Learning
Internship
Practice in Field
Project Preparation
Report Writing
Seminar
Supervision
Social Activity
Occupational Activity
Occupational Trip
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment et.)
Reading
Thesis Preparation
Field Study
Student Club and Council Activities
Other
Logbook
Interview and Oral Conversation
Research
Watching a movie
Bibliography preparation
Oral, inscribed and visual knowledge production
Taking photographs
Sketching
Mapping and marking
Reading maps
Copying textures
Creating a library of materials
Presentation

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance		% 0
Laboratory		% 0
Application		% 0
Practice Exam		% 0
Quizzes		% 0
Homework Assignments		% 0
Presentation		% 0
Project		% 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)		% 0
Field Study		% 0
Article Critical		% 0
Article Writing		% 0
Module Group Study		% 0
Brainstorming		% 0
Role Playing + Dramatizing		% 0
Out of Class Study		% 0
Preliminary Work, Reinforcement		% 0
Application Repetition etc.		% 0
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)		% 0
Project Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Report Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting		% 0
Oral examination		% 0
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
Practical Final		% 0
Report Submission		% 0
Bütünleme		% 0
Bütünleme Pratik		% 0
Kanaat Notu		% 0
Committee		% 0
Yazma Ödev Dosyası		% 0
Portfolio		% 0
Take-Home Exam		% 0
Logbook		% 0
Participation		% 0
Discussion		% 0
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Calculation of Workload and ECTS Credits

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	14
Laboratory
Application
Practice Exam
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class
Article Critical
Article Writing
Module Group Study
Brainstorming
Role Playing + Dramatizing
Out-of-Class Study (Pre-study, Reinforcement, Practice Review, etc.)
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)	14	14
Project Preparation + Presentation
Report Preparation + Presentation
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting
Oral examination
Preparing for Midterm Exams	1	1
MIDTERM EXAM (Visa)	1	1
Preparing for the General Exam	1	1
GENERAL EXAM (Final)	1	1
Participation
Discussion
Portfolio
Take-Home Exam
Logbook
Total Workload		32
ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS )		1