Yoruba Folktales
- Arts
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 71 pages
- 5 units
This course is designed to equip students with adequate skills in the analysis of Yoruba folktales. It exposes students to the world of Yoruba folktales, with reference to the Yoruba world-view, philosophy, and culture. The course also educates them on the oral nature of Yoruba oral literature, exploring various types and their significance within the Yoruba tradition.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 150 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of YOR212, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
YOR212 · MODULE 1: MÓDÙ KÍNNÍ: ÌFÁÁRÀ
Oríṣiríṣi èròjà ni apàlọ́ máa ń lò láti gbé àlọ́ kalẹ̀. Àwọn èròjà wọ̀nyí bí i orin àti ìsínjẹ ni àwọn ète ti apàlọ́ máa ń lo láti jẹ kí àlọ́ náà dùn àti pa àwọn ọmọdé lẹ́rìn-ín. Àwọn èròjà yìí ni a ó mẹ́nubà lábẹ́ ìpín yìí.
What you should be able to do
- Analyze Yoruba folktales
- Identify different types of folktales
- Understand the cultural context of folktales
- Explain the role of folktales in Yoruba society
- Apply critical thinking skills to folktale interpretation
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Linguist
- Cultural preservationist
- Archivist
- Education
- Cultural heritage
- Linguistics
- Research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: KÓKÓ Ọ̀RỌ̀, ÌHUN ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DẠ́
Unit 3: Characterization
Understanding the nuances and cultural contexts embedded within the characters requires deep engagement with Yoruba customs and traditions.
- Module 3: ÌLÒ ÈDÈ ÀTI BÁTÀNÌ GBÓLÓHÙN ÌṢÍDE ÀTI ÌPARÍ ÀLỌ́
Unit 1: Language Use
Analyzing the linguistic devices and their effects on the storytelling requires a strong command of Yoruba language and literary analysis skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 40 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: ÌFÁÁRÀ
Unit 1: Types of Folktales, Their Characteristics and Uses · 2 hours
Read the introduction to Yoruba folktales.. Understand the definition and components of folktales.. Identify the different types of folktales and their characteristics..
Unit 2: Uses of Folktales · 2 hours
Explore the significance of folktales in education.. Understand how folktales are used for entertainment.. Learn how folktales establish truth, especially about Yoruba culture..
- Week 2Module 1: ÌFÁÁRÀ
Unit 1: Ways of Opening Folktales · 2 hours
Understand the different ways of opening a folktale.. Learn how to use folktales as riddles.. Explore the use of proverbs in opening folktales..
Unit 2: The Structure of Folktale Openings · 2 hours
Understand the use of call-response in folktale openings.. Learn how to create engagement with the audience through openings..
- Week 3Module 1: ÌFÁÁRÀ
Unit 1: Elements within Folktales · 2 hours
Identify the various elements within folktales.. Explore the use of songs in folktales.. Understand the purpose and structure of songs within folktales..
Unit 2: Mimicry in Folktales · 2 hours
Explore the use of mimicry in folktales.. Understand how mimicry is used to create humor and engagement.. Analyze the impact of mimicry on the audience's perception of the story..
- Week 4Module 2: KÓKÓ Ọ̀RỌ̀, ÌHUN ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DẠ́
Unit 1: Themes in Folktales · 2 hours
Understand the concept of theme in folktales.. Identify common themes in Yoruba folktales.. Analyze how themes are conveyed through the structure of the story..
Unit 2: Plot and Characteristics · 2 hours
Explore the structure of folktale plots.. Understand the characteristics of a folktale plot.. Analyze the plot structure of various folktales..
- Week 5Module 2: KÓKÓ Ọ̀RỌ̀, ÌHUN ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DẠ́
Unit 3: Characterization · 2 hours
Understand the concept of characterization in folktales.. Explore the different types of characters in Yoruba folktales.. Analyze how characters are used to convey moral lessons..
- Week 6Module 3: ÌLÒ ÈDÈ ÀTI BÁTÀNÌ GBÓLÓHÙN ÌṢÍDE ÀTI ÌPARÍ ÀLỌ́
Unit 1: Language Use · 2 hours
Understand the use of language in folktales.. Explore the different linguistic devices used in Yoruba folktales.. Analyze how language enhances the storytelling experience..
- Week 7Module 3: ÌLÒ ÈDÈ ÀTI BÁTÀNÌ GBÓLÓHÙN ÌṢÍDE ÀTI ÌPARÍ ÀLỌ́
Unit 2: Patterns of Opening Statements · 2 hours
Understand the patterns of opening statements in folktales.. Explore the linguistic devices used in folktale openings.. Analyze the impact of opening statements on the audience..
- Week 8Module 3: ÌLÒ ÈDÈ ÀTI BÁTÀNÌ GBÓLÓHÙN ÌṢÍDE ÀTI ÌPARÍ ÀLỌ́
Unit 1: Bátànì Gbólóhùn Ìparí Àlọ́ · 2 hours
Understand the patterns of closing statements in folktales.. Explore the linguistic devices used in folktale closings.. Analyze the impact of closing statements on the audience..
- Week 9Module 4: ÀTÚPALÈ ÀWỌN ÀṢÀYÀN ÀLỌ́ ÌJÀPÁ
Unit 1: Ìjàpá, Àgbò àti Igbá · 3 hours
Read and understand the story of Ìjàpá, Àgbò àti Igbá.. Answer questions related to the story.. Analyze the story using the elements of folktales..
- Week 10Module 4: ÀTÚPALÈ ÀWỌN ÀṢÀYÀN ÀLỌ́ ÌJÀPÁ
Unit 2: Ìjàpá lóyún Ìjàǹgbọn · 3 hours
Read and understand the story of Ìjàpá lóyún Ìjàǹgbọn.. Answer questions related to the story.. Analyze the story using the elements of folktales..
- Week 11Module 4: ÀTÚPALÈ ÀWỌN ÀṢÀYÀN ÀLỌ́ ÌJÀPÁ
Unit 3: Ìjàpá àti Bàbá Oníkàn · 3 hours
Read and understand the story of Ìjàpá àti Bàbá Oníkàn.. Answer questions related to the story.. Analyze the story using the elements of folktales..
- Week 12Module 4: ÀTÚPALÈ ÀWỌN ÀṢÀYÀN ÀLỌ́ ÌJÀPÁ
Unit 4: Ìjàpá, Ajá, Ẹkùn àti Ọdẹ · 3 hours
Read and understand the story of Ìjàpá, Ajá, Ẹkùn àti Ọdẹ.. Answer questions related to the story.. Analyze the story using the elements of folktales..
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 4 hours
Review all modules and units.. Complete any outstanding assignments.. Prepare for the final examination..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and examples.
- Develop character maps for major folktales, noting their traits and roles.
- Practice identifying different linguistic devices used in folktales.
- Review and analyze the themes and moral lessons presented in each story.
- Form study groups to discuss and debate interpretations of complex folktales.
Questions students ask about this course
What is YOR212 about?
This course is designed to equip students with adequate skills in the analysis of Yoruba folktales. It exposes students to the world of Yoruba folktales, with reference to the Yoruba world-view, philosophy, and culture. The course also educates them on the oral nature of Yoruba oral literature, exploring various types and their significance within the Yoruba tradition.
How many units does YOR212 have?
YOR212, Yoruba Folktales, has 5 units across 1 module, over 71 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is YOR212?
YOR212 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Arts.
Is YOR212 hard?
YOR212 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does YOR212 take to study?
About 150 hours of study, spread across its 5 units.
How is YOR212 assessed?
YOR212 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with YOR212?
Teacher, Linguist, Cultural preservationist and Archivist.
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