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The Concept of Tradition in Folklore Studies: Understanding How Customs, Beliefs, and Practices Are Passed Down and Maintained Within a Group.

The Concept of Tradition in Folklore Studies: Understanding How Customs, Beliefs, and Practices Are Passed Down and Maintained Within a Group (Welcome screen with a dancing leprechaun emoji 🍀) Greetings,…

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Theories of Folktale Meaning: Investigating Different Interpretations of Folktales, Including Psychoanalytic, Anthropological, and Feminist Perspectives.

Theories of Folktale Meaning: Investigating Different Interpretations of Folktales, Including Psychoanalytic, Anthropological, and Feminist Perspectives (Lecture Hall Ambience: A projector hums, showcasing a slightly blurry image of a gingerbread house.…

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Theories of Myth: Exploring Different Scholarly Approaches to Interpreting the Meaning and Function of Myths (e.g., Structuralism, Functionalism).

Theories of Myth: Exploring Different Scholarly Approaches to Interpreting the Meaning and Function of Myths (e.g., Structuralism, Functionalism) (Professor Mythos strides onto the stage, wearing a tweed jacket, a perpetually…

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The Role of Narrative in Folklore: Understanding How Stories Function as a Primary Means of Transmitting Knowledge, Values, and Beliefs.

Lecture: The Role of Narrative in Folklore: How Stories Function as a Primary Means of Transmitting Knowledge, Values, and Beliefs (Opening Slide: A whimsical illustration of a storyteller surrounded by…

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Festivals and Celebrations as Folklore: Examining Traditional Events That Mark Important Seasons, Holidays, or Community Milestones.

Festivals and Celebrations as Folklore: Examining Traditional Events That Mark Important Seasons, Holidays, or Community Milestones (Imagine a slightly rumpled, enthusiastic professor adjusting their glasses and beaming at a (virtual)…

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Folk Dance Forms: Investigating Different Types of Folk Dances, Their Choreography, and Their Cultural Significance.

Folk Dance Forms: Investigating Different Types of Folk Dances, Their Choreography, and Their Cultural Significance (Lecture Hall Ambiance: Imagine a slightly dusty lecture hall. I, your professor for today –…

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Folk Music and Instruments: Exploring Traditional Musical Forms, Instruments, and Their Role in Cultural Celebrations and Storytelling.

Folk Music and Instruments: A Whirlwind Tour of Tradition, Tunes, and Tales! 🎶🌍🎻 (Welcome, weary travelers, to Folk Music 101! Grab a seat, tune your ears, and prepare for a…

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Folk Dress and Traditional Clothing: Examining Traditional Garments, Their Symbolism, and Their Role in Expressing Cultural Identity.

Folk Dress and Traditional Clothing: A Whirlwind Tour of Threads, Tales, and Triumphs of Cultural Identity 🌍🧵💃🕺 (Welcome, History Buffs, Fashionistas, and Curious Cats! 🎓🐱‍👤) Alright, settle in, grab your…

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Folk Architecture: Investigating Traditional Building Styles, Techniques, and Materials Used in Vernacular Structures.

Folk Architecture: Investigating Traditional Building Styles, Techniques, and Materials Used in Vernacular Structures (Lecture Begins - Imagine a charming professor with slightly rumpled tweed, a twinkle in their eye, and…

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Foodways as Folklore: Examining Traditional Food Preparation, Consumption, and Beliefs Associated with Food in a Community.

Foodways as Folklore: Examining Traditional Food Preparation, Consumption, and Beliefs Associated with Food in a Community (Lecture Begins) Alright, settle down, settle down, foodies and folklore fanatics! 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ Welcome, welcome!…

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