Have the foresight to include a short video on the story of Prometheus in a study of Greek mythology. Viewers discover why Prometheus is an inspiration for novelists, poets, dramatists, as well as the Olympic flame.

Concepts

greek mythology, mythological characters, mythology

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Flip the lesson and assign the video, the comprehension check, and research links as homework
• Lead a discussion comparing the Prometheus myth with the Biblical story of the Tree of Knowledge

Classroom Considerations

• Ends with an ad for TedEd

Pros

• The video details why Prometheus is considered both and inspiring and dangerous figure

Cons

• None