AI 233 - Gaia: The Earth Myth

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DePaul University

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Among the world's great myths are many which embody cultural wisdom about the relationship of humanity to the planet it inhabits. This class examines a number of exemplary myths in order to compare and contrast visions of human/natural interaction. Myths from Japan, Ireland, Native America, Africa and classical Greece will be among those studied. Students will be asked to compare one to the foundational myth of their own culture.Competencies: A3E, as, A2A, H1E. Faculty: Patricia Monaghan

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.depaul.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 362-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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