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Foreign literature Grade 7. Introduction. Heroes and heroines of ballads. Collection 1

Course Difficulty Icon Intermediate
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Course Duration Icon 1.5 months
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  This interactive course, designed for Grade 7 students, focuses on foreign literature through the exploration of heroic and tragic themes in ballads. The course includes literary texts, articles about authors, and literary theory, providing a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Interactive features such as engaging tasks, creative exercises, and knowledge quizzes help students develop intellectual and creative abilities while fostering a love for literature. 

Key Features of the Course:

  • Interactive learning with tasks and quizzes to engage students.
  • Creative activities to foster imagination and intellectual growth.
  • Rich visual content to connect literature with art.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction. Heroes and Heroines of Ballads

  • Introduction

Module 2: Heroes and Heroines of Ballads

  • Lesson 1: Folklore Ballad
    - An overview of the folklore ballad and its cultural significance.
  • Lesson 2: King Lear and His Daughters
    - Exploring the themes of family and loyalty in the ballad of King Lear.
  • Lesson 3: English Ballads about Robin Hood
    - Introduction to Robin Hood and the folklore surrounding his legend.
  • Lesson 4: How Robin Hood Became an Outlaw
    - Understanding Robin Hood's transformation into a heroic outlaw.
  • Lesson 5: Robin Hood’s Duel with Guy of Gisborne
    - A detailed analysis of the conflict between Robin Hood and Guy of Gisborne.

Module 3: Literary Ballad

  • Lesson 6: Friedrich Schiller – The Glove
    - Exploring themes of honor and bravery in Schiller’s “The Glove.”
  • Lesson 7: Adam Mickiewicz – The Switez
    - Analyzing Mickiewicz's portrayal of folklore and heroism in “The Switez.”
  • Lesson 8: Robert Louis Stevenson – Heather Ale
    - Understanding Stevenson’s “Heather Ale” and its cultural impact.

Expected Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand key literary concepts related to ballads and literary theory.
  • Analyze the role of heroes and heroines in folklore and literature.
  • Explore historical and cultural contexts of ballads from various traditions.
  • Develop creative and intellectual skills through interactive and engaging tasks.
  • Appreciate connections between literature and art through diverse illustrations.

This interactive course aims to inspire students to delve deeply into foreign literature and folklore, enhancing their literary appreciation and cultural awareness. Through the study of ballads and their enduring themes, students will develop critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper connection to world literature.

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