Myth in Philosophy Course
This course explores myth as a key philosophical tool through Plato's Allegory of the Cave and myths from various traditions. Participants develop skills in close textual analysis, distinguishing narrative forms, comparative mythology, seminar design, and ethical debates, enabling them to lead engaging discussions and apply myths to epistemology, ethics, and politics in humanities teaching.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Participants examine how myths serve as philosophical instruments by studying Plato’s Cave allegory, analyzing myth, narrative, allegory, and metaphor, and delving into epistemological, ethical, and political dimensions. They gain abilities to create compelling seminars, facilitate structured discussions, compare myths across cultures, and address critiques of myth in philosophy.
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Develop skills
- Close reading of Plato's Cave allegory with scholarly precision.
- Distinguishing myth, allegory, metaphor, and philosophical narrative.
- Comparing Plato's Cave with myths from Greek, religious, or modern traditions.
- Designing 50-75 minute myth-focused seminars with active learning.
- Debating myths as tools for persuasion, pedagogy, and philosophical argument.
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