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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:
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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