Lord of the Rings Literature Study

This online course is a semester-long, high school-level literary adventure that is part of a series, focusing on J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Students will read the entire series and complementary texts, exploring themes such as the hero's journey, fantasy genre analysis, and the influences of stories like Beowulf and Arthurian Romance. The curriculum covers literary analysis techniques, with weekly 50-minute live webinars and access to recordings for missed sessions. Learning activities involve writing in a discussion forum, multimedia resources, web 2.0 tools, and regular participation in webinars.