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The Slender Man Phenomenon: A Modern Folklore Creepypasta Born Online – Explore the Origins, Evolution, and Global Spread of the Slender Man Myth, a Fictional Character Created on an Internet Forum That Developed Into a Form of Modern Folklore and Inspired Stories, Games, and Even Real-Life Events, Demonstrating How New Technologies Can Facilitate the Rapid Creation and Dissemination of Contemporary Legends and Their Impact.

The Slender Man Phenomenon: A Modern Folklore Creepypasta Born Online (Lecture: University of Modern Mythology & Meme Studies – Intro to Internet Lore 101) (Professor Quirke, PhD – Adjusts comically…
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Urban Legends and Their Spread in the Digital Age: Folklore Goes Viral – Explore How Urban Legends and Other Forms of Contemporary Folklore Circulate, Evolve, and Spread Rapidly Through the Internet and Social Media Platforms, Creating New Forms of Storytelling, Community, and Anxiety in the Digital Realm, Reflecting Our Contemporary Fears, Hopes, and Connections in the Age of Instant Information and Sharing.

Urban Legends and Their Spread in the Digital Age: Folklore Goes Viral – A Lecture (Image: A glowing smartphone screen with a shadowy figure lurking behind it.) Welcome, intrepid explorers…
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The Influence of Folklore on Modern Literature, Film, and Games: Ancient Stories in New Forms – Explore How Contemporary Creators in Literature, Film, Television, and Video Games Draw Inspiration From and Adapt Traditional Folklore, Retelling Ancient Myths and Legends, Incorporating Folk Motifs, Characters, and Themes Into New Narratives and Works, Demonstrating the Enduring Power and Relevance of Traditional Stories in Modern Media and Entertainment.

The Influence of Folklore on Modern Literature, Film, and Games: Ancient Stories in New Forms - A Lecture (Imagine a slightly eccentric, tweed-clad professor with a mischievous glint in their…
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How Folklore Changes Over Time and Across Regions: Evolution, Adaptation, and the Power of Retelling – Explore the Dynamic and Fluid Nature of Folklore and How Stories, Beliefs, and Customs Transform as They Are Passed Down Through Generations, Across Different Geographic Areas, and Through Various Retellings, Adapting to New Contexts, Influences (Like Migration, Technology, and Cultural Exchange), and the Creativity of Storytellers, Demonstrating Folklore’s Resilience and Flexibility.

How Folklore Changes Over Time and Across Regions: Evolution, Adaptation, and the Power of Retelling (A Lecture by Professor Eldritch von Spookenstein, PhD, (Mostly) Folklore) (Intro music: A slightly off-key…
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The Ethical Considerations of Studying Folklore from Other Cultures: Respect, Representation, and Avoiding Exploitation – Explore the Challenges, Responsibilities, and Ethical Dilemmas Involved in Researching, Documenting, and Sharing Folklore from Cultures Different from One’s Own, Emphasizing the Importance of Respect for Cultural Heritage, Accurate Representation, Obtaining Permission, Giving Credit, and Avoiding the Exploitation or Misappropriation of Traditional Knowledge and Stories.

The Ethical Considerations of Studying Folklore from Other Cultures: Respect, Representation, and Avoiding Exploitation (A Lecture in the Form of a Slightly Over-Caffeinated, But Ultimately Well-Meaning, Rant) (Professor Lorelei "Lori"…
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Collecting Fairy Tales: The Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and Preserving Oral Tradition – Explore the Lives and Work of These Famous Fairy Tale Collectors and Writers (and Others) and How Their Efforts Documented, Preserved, and Popularized Traditional Stories from Oral Tradition, While Also Shaping Their Forms, Meanings, and Global Reach for Future Generations, Sparking Both Celebration and Debate About Authenticity and Adaptation.

Collecting Fairy Tales: The Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and Preserving Oral Tradition 🧙‍♀️📚👑 (A Lecture on Sparkly Stories, Serious Scholarship, and the Surprisingly Contentious World of Fairyland) Welcome, everyone,…
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The Role of Elders in Passing Down Folklore: Guardians of Collective Memory – Explore the Crucial and Honored Role of Older Generations in Preserving and Transmitting Folklore Through Oral Storytelling, Teaching Traditional Customs and Skills, Sharing Historical Knowledge, and Maintaining Cultural Continuity Within Communities, Acting as Living Libraries of Collective Memory and Tradition.

The Role of Elders in Passing Down Folklore: Guardians of Collective Memory 👵📚🧙‍♂️ (A Lecture in Celebration of Wrinkles, Wisdom, and Wacky Tales) (Opening slide with a picture of a…
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Folk Art as Cultural Expression: Creativity, Community, and Tradition – Explore the Diverse Forms of Folk Art Found Around the World and How These Creations, Often Made by Ordinary People Using Traditional Techniques and Materials, Serve as a Powerful Expression of Cultural Identity, Beliefs, Values, and Daily Life Within Communities, Showcasing Creativity Outside of Formal Artistic Institutions.

Folk Art as Cultural Expression: Creativity, Community, and Tradition (Lecture Hall Ambience with a Distant Cough) Alright, settle down everyone! 🤓 Welcome, welcome! Today, we're diving headfirst into the wonderfully…
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Traditional Pottery Designs and Their Meanings: Art, Symbolism, and Cultural Identity – Explore the Decorative Patterns, Motifs, Forms, and Colors Used in Traditional Pottery Around the World and Uncover the Cultural Meanings, Beliefs, Stories, and Historical Connections Embedded in These Artistic Expressions, Making Each Piece a Vessel of Both Function and Cultural Significance.

Traditional Pottery Designs and Their Meanings: Art, Symbolism, and Cultural Identity - A Ceramic Journey Around the World 🌍 (Lecture Begins!) Alright, gather 'round, pottery pals! Today, we're embarking on…
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Folk Dances and Their Cultural Significance: Movement, Ritual, and Community – Explore the Traditional Dances of Different Cultures and Unpack the Symbolic Meanings, Historical Origins, and Social Functions of These Dances in Rituals, Celebrations, Storytelling, and Community Gatherings, Reflecting Cultural Values, Beliefs, and the Importance of Collective Movement and Expression.

Folk Dances and Their Cultural Significance: Movement, Ritual, and Community (A Journey Through the World on Two Left Feet - But with a Whole Lot of Heart!) (Lecture Transcript) Alright…