HN 300-02 Unit 4 Seminar – Ending Poverty Madelyn Harvey, PhD.
HU 300: Seminar 2
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HU 300: Seminar 2Myth and the Foundation of the Humanities
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Myth is commonly used as a synonym for “misconception.” In our chapter, it means something else? What does it mean?
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Common BeliefsCommon Beliefs
What is “fate”?
What are some ideas that we ascribe to fate?
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Finish this sentence:
“Nice guys…
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What does: “Nice guys finish last” mean? Is it true?
What does it tell us about a culture that says it?
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Think of some family expressions, often-heard proverbs, advertising slogans, or political slogans…
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What are some of these sayings? What do these phrases mean to you?
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Phrases are myths Phrases are myths too!too!
What are some axioms you want to pass on to your children, family members, or friends?
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Stereotypes as Stereotypes as mythologymythology
What are some of the stereotypes that exist in American culture?
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StereotypesStereotypes
Do you believe stereotypes can be dispelled?
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StereotypesStereotypes
Have you ever held a stereotype that you adjusted after experience that proved the belief to be inaccurate? How did this change?
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Questions?? Comments?
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