Module 6 Discussion 2 - Modern Mythology

Overview:

This discussion will focus on modern ideas of the "hero" and how modern ideals of heroism compare to those we have encountered this semester.

Instructions:

How do American heroes illustrate modern American values? Please bear in mind that not everyone has the same idea of what a hero is or even what American values are or should be.  Please share your viewpoints but make sure to be respectful of others. 

Modern - 2 paradigms of heroism in Modern America are the service type, i.e. firefighter, soldier, police, etc . . . and the sports type.

What defines each?

In what way are they integral to society?

What values do they show?

Can your definitions of these two types coincide with / be compatible each other?