OPOL COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
Introduct
t
ion
Mytholo
o
gy and
Folklore
John Reben S. Requinto
Instructor
OBJECTIVE
By the end of this lesson, you should be
able to:
1. define the concepts of mythology and
folklore;
2. identify the key differences between
myths and folktales;
3. create your myth or folktale based on
what you’ve learned;
4. discuss how myths and folktales
reflect cultural beliefs and values.
What is
Mytholog
y?
Mythology is the collection of myths,
legends, and stories used by a
particular culture, religion, or group of
people to explain their worldview,
origins, beliefs, and natural
phenomena.
e.g.
• Greek mythology (featuring Zeus
and Athena)
• Norse mythology (with Odin and
Thor)
• Philippine mythology (such as
Bathala
and the diwatas)
What is
Folklore?
• Folklore refers to the traditional
beliefs, customs, stories, practices,
and cultural expressions passed
down orally or through practice
within a community or culture.
• It encompasses various elements
that reflect a particular group's
values, identity, and experiences.
e.g.
• Filipino folklore like the aswang and
tikbalang
• Western fairy tales like "Jack and
the Beanstalk."
Differences
Between Mythology
and Folklore
• Myths: Explain natural
phenomena, gods, and
supernatural events
• Folklore: Focus on
morals, traditions, and
cultural values of
common people
Key Components of
Myths and Folktales
Characte Conflict/ Resolution
rs Event
• Gods • Challenge • moral lesso
• Heroes • Explanation• explanation
• Mythical • Transformati of
creatures on a
phenomenon
Activity: Create Your
Myth or Folktale
1. Choose a theme for your story. It could
explain a natural event or focus on a lesson
you’d like to teach.
2. Develop your characters. You can have gods,
mythical creatures, or regular humans.
3. Establish a conflict or event. What happens
in your story?
4. End the story with a resolution or moral
Class
Discussion
and
Reflection
Homework:
Write a
personal
myth or
folktale
Thank
you