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Mixed Lecture/Discussion
Low intensity
In this module we will explore some of the most important Russian fairy tales, their archetypal characters, and beautiful imagery. We will travel magical lands and meet incredible characters, even a talking pancake, and a flying wooden eagle! We will relate these tales with stories from the Grimm brothers, Hans Christian Andersen, and the unforgettable Arabian Nights.
The module will follow an 8-session structure as shown below:
The module will follow an 8-session structure as shown below:
| Outline | 8-Session Structure |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Session 1: Intro to Russian Folklore and Fairy Tales |
| Session 2: Tales of Magic | |
| Week 2 | Session 3: Animals Helpers |
| Session 4: Fables and Everyday Stories | |
| Week 3 | Session 5: Stories of Brave Heroes – Part 1 |
| Session 6: Stories of Brave Heroes – Part 2 | |
| Week 4 | Session 7: Journeys and Marvels |
| Session 8: On Pushkin’s Fairy Tales |
Required Texts
Students need the book Russian Fairy Tales.
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