Instructional Video

The Myth of King Midas and His Golden Touch

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Go beyond the usual retelling of the myth of King Midas and his golden touch with a video that reveals the story of the rogue ruler's unusual ears.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Include the video in a study of mythology
  • Have groups create a myth that explains a phenomenon
Classroom Considerations
  • If assigning for out of class viewing, assure that all class members have Internet access
  • Preview the video and carefully examine the images of Midas and Dionysus
  • The subject matter is more appropriate for older viewers
Pros
  • The resource includes the video, a comprehension check, links to related articles, and a discussion question
Cons
  • None
Common Core