Unit 2 Discussion: The Ramayana
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Due on Mar 29, 2026 11:59 PM
Ends May 4
Must post first.
Please review the Discussion Example in the How to Succeed module. The topic for this unit's discussion is below, but the criteria for success are outlined and modeled in the Unit 1 Discussion Example.
Begin by carefully reading the Ramayana and the Unit 2 content.
This discussion aligns with Learning Outcomes 1 and 2.
Summary of Key Tasks
- Choose a character from the Ramayana that interests you.
- Post and cite three brief passages that reveal something about the character.
- Create a playlist of three songs for this character, listing the artist, song, album, and release year (provide links to lyrics if available).
- Thoroughly explain your choices from the text and for the playlist.
- Respond to at least two classmates' posts.
Task
In 2-3 well-developed paragraphs discuss the topic listed below. After you have posted to the discussion, respond in detail to the posts of at least two classmates.
Begin by carefully reading The Ramayana and the Unit 2 content.
Part 1
Select a character from the Ramayana that you find particularly interesting. Find three short passages in the epic (of a sentence or two) that reveal something significant about this character. Type or copy and paste them into your post (include in-text citations to the text in this course in MLA format). Then create a playlist of three songs for the character. List the artist, song, album, and year it was released. You may also post links to the lyrics pages for your playlist (from a safe website like Lyrics.com).
Part 2
After you have created your playlist, provide a thorough explanation of why you chose specific quotations from the text and songs in the playlist you've created.
Part 3
Respond in detail to the posts of at least two classmates.
Grading Criteria
This activity may use a different grading rubric than what is used in other activities. Be sure to check the rubric before starting.
MLA-formatted parenthetical citations are required for all sources, including the texts provided in this course. Citations should include the author’s last name (first reference) and the page number(s) for prose or the line number(s) for poems. A Works Cited-style entry is not required for discussions, (all drop-box assignments do require a Works Cited page), but if included, your instructor may provide feedback to correct formatting issues.https://bidyutbiswas59.medium.com/valmiki-ramayana... and
Unit 2 Reading: Introduction to The RamayanaUnit 2 Reading: Introduction to The Ramayana