Course Tutor: Wort Moon

Number of Lesson Modules: 12

Level: Suitable for beginners and all levels

Prerequisites: None

Cost: £12 unlimited access

Course Details:

Paganism is one of the fastest growing spiritual movements in the West. Pagan religion is all around us - in the landscape moulded by generations before into sacred hill and standing stone, into sacred burial ground and holy mountain, places where generation after generation have walked honouring the Gods of their peoples and lands. It is a religion preserved in folk song, dance and seasonal customs. Yet it is also a vibrant and living way of life just as relevant to people today as it was to our ancestors. Come with us as we take a journey of discovery exploring the history, beliefs, traditions and practices that make modern neo-Paganism what it is today. 

By the end of the course, students will: 

• Understanding the meaning of the word Pagan and how Paganism has developed and changed over the centuries.

• Understand the basic principles of modern Pagan beliefs and practices.

• Be aware of different traditions within the Pagan family tree.

• Understand key theories such as Animism, Polytheism and Pantheism.

• Have found ways in which to incorporate and develop Pagan practices into their own life if they wish. 

Course Modules: 

Lesson 1 - An Introduction to Paganism

Lesson 2 - Nature & The Natural World

Lesson 3 - Relationships With The Divine

Lesson 4 - Festivals & Celebrations

Lesson 5 - Witchcraft & Wicca

Lesson 6 - Druidry

Lesson 7 - Shamanism

Lesson 8 - Heathenry

Lesson 9 - Celtic Paganism

Lesson 10 - Feminism, The Men's Movement & Inclusivity

Lesson 11 - Ecology and the Environment

Lesson 12 - The Pagan Community Today

Course Requirements:

Students need access to a computer or device that meets the system requirements. For details concerning computer and browser requirements go to: https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-the-browser-and-computer-requirements-for-Canvas/ta-p/66

Access your courses on the go with the free mobile app. From any device, students can:

• View grades and course content

• Submit assignments

• Keep track of course work with to do list and calendar

• Send and receive messages 

Additional Resources:

Textbooks and other materials are not a requirement of this course. Links to additional resources and recommended book titles have been provided but are not essential for completion. 

Assessment & Certificate:

This course has been graded as having a 'moderate' coursework load. Which equates to 1 - 2 hours of additional, independent work. Students will be required to submit coursework in the form of: course evaluation surveys, end of module quizzes to test their knowledge of the information presented, and a final short written assignment with regards to their own experience of Paganism. 

There are no deadlines for turning in coursework and students are free to work through each module at their own time and pace. A certificate of completion can be accessed in the final module, which can then be downloaded and printed. 

This course will count as 1 additional credit for those on the Path of Air mastery stream. See 'Advancement Paths' page for more details about our structured advancement scheme.

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