The Odyssey: Finding Our Way to Student Engagement

Authors

Lee A. Dubert, Boise State UniversityFollow
Peter Erickson, East Junior High School in Boise, Idaho
Susan D. Martin, Boise State UniversityFollow
Heather Sinnes

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-1-2011

Abstract

Greek myths and heroic tales have a place in the curriculum in many different grade levels and subjects. The Odyssey, for example, is required reading in many secondary English Language Arts classrooms. Although it is a thrilling story, sometimes its apparent age and language discourage our students from reading it or enjoying their study of this work. In this article we suggest ways to capture student interest and foster connections with this ancient classic.

Publication Information

Dubert, Lee A.; Erickson, Peter; Martin, Susan D.; and Sinnes, Heather. (2011). "The Odyssey: Finding Our Way to Student Engagement". InLand, 28(2), 31-34.