Learner Reviews & Feedback for Greek and Roman Mythology by University of Pennsylvania
About the Course
founding of a nation. Others tell the stories of great heroes and heroines and their exploits and courage in the face of adversity. Still others are
simple tales about otherwise unremarkable people who get into trouble or do some great deed. What are we to make of all these tales, and
why do people seem to like to hear them? This course will focus on the myths of ancient Greece and Rome, as a way of exploring the nature of
myth and the function it plays for individuals, societies, and nations. We will also pay some attention to the way the Greeks an...
Top reviews
TS
Jul 7, 2020
Well thought out well presented. I feel I have gained a very knowledgeable and thorough understanding of both Greek and Roman mythology and their historical gods and goddesses from taking this course.
KW
Aug 19, 2020
I loved this course. It covers material that is generally available to those who can afford an expensive private education. It was a great way to keep myself occupied during the coronavirus lockdown.
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By Tom B B
•Feb 17, 2022
A very interesting course with a great professor teaching in a competent and motivating way!
By Sania I
•Dec 9, 2020
Very well organized with an amazing delivery style. Thank you Professor Struck and Coursera.
By Rebecca S
•Jun 20, 2017
Very enjoyable course that provides the tools to read and gain insight from classical texts.
By Nicole A
•Jan 1, 2025
Peter Struck was an engaging professor! Thank you for putting this content online for free.
By ELISABET A S
•Apr 16, 2017
Me ha encantado mucho participar en este curso, espero poder participar en próximos cursos.
By Jaclyn G
•Oct 7, 2021
I highly enjoyed this course. Thank you for providing this class, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
By Trent E
•Aug 21, 2017
Learned a lot about the interpretation of ancient Myth, and about Homer, Virgil, and Ovid.
By Elizabeth A
•Oct 18, 2024
Great course! Professor Struck was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the course.
By Triton G
•May 2, 2022
I really liked this course, very easy to follow for someone who didnt know much before.
By Kfir A
•May 30, 2020
Amazing course. I advise the participents to read at lease the Odessy along the course.
By Regan G
•May 28, 2016
Very interesting and informative. Thanks to the makers of the course and the Professor.
By Mauricio E B
•May 24, 2020
Incredible course by Peter Struck and the team of Penn University! Highly recommended!
By Danielle Q
•Apr 5, 2020
Very interesting explanations and useful toolbox about myths. Good choice of lectures
By Charlotte J
•Oct 3, 2018
I have always wanted to learn about Greek Mythology and am exited to take this course.
By Ed E
•Oct 16, 2016
A very informative course that can change the way a person views mythology in general.
By Sandra H S
•May 23, 2016
Great teacher, great topics. i am taking the course for the second time. Just PERFECT!
By Kerry A S
•Dec 26, 2023
Excellent Course, Prehaps my favourite so far. Indeed this ich needs more scratching!
By Davide-Giulio A
•Oct 7, 2017
I strongly recommend this course to the students of archaeology and "classical" arts!
By Claudia T
•Apr 24, 2023
Professor Struck was very inspiring and the curriculum was sufficiently challenging.
By Avak A
•Mar 11, 2023
This is one of the best courses I have taken. And the professor is the best. Thanks.
By Dia B
•Aug 6, 2020
Learned so many amazing things about the Greeks and Romans from Professor Struck. :D
By m g
•May 9, 2018
Excellent course. The professor keeps everything interesting and he is full of infor
By Anne R
•Jun 13, 2017
Fantastic course, made so interesting by the Professor's enthusiasm for the content.
By Sara A D A
•May 24, 2020
Fue una gran experiencia, entretenido y muy inspirador; gracias por la oportunidad.
By Michael K
•Apr 27, 2020
Excellent course! Super knowledgeable professor with excellent presentation skills.