Medicinal Herbology 201
Instructor: BlackSerpent Nightshade
Email: blackserpent@sbcglobal.net
shadylady@thepagancampus.net
Secondary Instructor: Emerald Phoenix
Email: psychofantasy@bellsouth.net
Course Description
This course will take you on a journey into the world of medicinal herbs. We will begin with the groundwork to start working with herbs, and then move on to the herbs themselves. We will incorporate preparations, tools, properties, uses, and many other fascinating facts about herbs along our journey.
Now, before we embark on this journey, please know that I am not a licensed herbalist. This information is being shared with you as I have learned it and is for informational purposes only not to tell you to take an herb for this or that as I am not licensed to give you medical advice. This class should not replace the advice of your doctor, nor should you diagnose yourself. ALWAYS consult a physician for medical advice. ALWAYS seek professional medical treatment before undertaking any kind of treatment, whether it is herbal or other. ALWAYS tell your doctor if you would like to take an herbal remedy for something and ask them if it will react to any medication that you may be on already. PLEASE, be safe when working with herbs.
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Supplies
--A journal of some kind, be it a notebook, hardbound book, computer disk, your hard drive, any way you prefer to journal the herbs along with any experiences you have with herbs and working with them.
--As you begin working with herbs you will need to start acquiring tools to work with them, along with the herbs themselves.
http://www.cafepress.com/thepagancampus.28915100 A link to a journal from the campus store ($9.99)
http://www.cafepress.com/thepagancampus.26913437 Link to the totebag from the campus store ($14.99)
Class Participation & Attendance
The key for the class will be posted on the private message board about one week prior to the beginning of the class. Once I receive your registration, I will add you to the class and you will be able to see the private message board at the bottom of the main site. At this time, go to the link on the left called “Classrooms” and create a new account there if you don’t have one already. If you have any problems, please don’t hesitate to e-mail me.
Use the key to enter the class directly. The key is only needed this one time. Here, the lessons will be opened one per week. You will have one week to complete the assignments. There are no scheduled chats for this class so attendance will be graded on the assignments you turn in and how often you log into the classroom, which should be at least twice a week (once to pick up the lesson and assignment and again to turn the assignment in). There is a lot of work in this class, be prepared.
If I see that you have not logged in for over two weeks AND have not contacted me with a reason why, you will be removed from the class. If you have been removed and want back in, contact me and we will discuss it and see what we can do. I keep written records at home, so I will know if you have rejoined without contacting me first. Also, your name will be reported to the Dean of Education. I am fairly easy to get along with and understanding, so contact me when any problems arise.
Informal Writing Assignments
Assignments are to be turned in within one week of the lesson opening. There will also be random quizzes during this class. The final can only be done if your research project has been turned in prior to the final. ALL LESSONS WILL BE CLOSED THE WEEK OF THE FINAL. If you are behind, and for reference, it is a good idea to have all information copied and saved so you can finish your work. During the final, the other lessons will NOT be reopened for any reason. You have been notified ahead of time so be prepared!
All assignment answers, quiz answers, and final answers are to be taken from the course material only. If you find a different answer somewhere, please post it in the forum on the Moodle class page for everyone to see and list your source.
The homework is in journal format on the site. This means that you copy the homework and paste it into the journal provided, then save it on the site itself when you are finished with it. I can then look at it there and grade it, leaving any comments for you with the grade. If you are not finished working on an assignment, please make the comment on the journal that it is not finished so I don’t grade it prematurely.
Research Project
There will be a research project done during this course. Be prepared to do a lot of work here. This will be given out week 6. Here is a link to help show you how to write the bibliography of a research paper. http://courses.thepagancampus.net/mod/resource/view.php?id=5636
There is also a format for the research paper given in week 6 to follow due to the nature of what your paper is on.
Grading
I use a points system. All assignments are assigned a certain amount of points—the research project and final being worth 100 points each. The number of correct points that you have is divided by the total number of points possible to give you a final grade in percent form.
A 100-94
A- 93-92
B+ 91-89
B 88-85
B- 84-83
C+ 82-80
C 79-76
C- 75-74
D+ 73-71
D 70-67
D- 66-65
F 64-0
Libraries
You can try your local library; also the bibliography and MANY websites on medicinal herbs. Also you can contact a local licensed herbalist or physician who may know about herbal medicines.
Tutorial Services
I am available for assistance as is Emerald.
Disabilities
Anyone who has access to a computer, can type or use a voice activated device or has another person who will type for them, and do the assignments is welcome. I DO NOT discriminate in my class and WILL NOT tolerate it either. Do not assume I know you have a disability, TELL ME. This way I know if you need extra time or help with something. I will work with you so you can participate and complete the course.
Outline of the Course
Lesson 1: The Herbal Journey Begins…
Introduction
Brief History of Herbal Use
Working with Herbs
Tools
Botanical Terms
Lesson 2: The Properties of Herbs
Actions of Herbs
Equivalents
Herbs: Thyme, Sage, Ginger, Basil, Nutmeg, Rosemary, Cinnamon, Garlic, Bay, Onion
Lesson 3: Herbal Preparations
Herbal Preparations
Medical Terms
Herbs: Apple, Fennel, Lemon, Clove, Cayenne, Caraway, Parsley, Anise, Coriander, Marjoram
Lesson 4: Afternoon Tea
Chinese Flower Teas
Herbal Tea Remedies
Herbs: Cranberry, Ginseng, Peppermint, Horseradish, Olive, Sesame, Sassafras, Alfalfa, Lavender, Chamomile
Lesson 5: “Weeding” Your Garden
Herbs: Nettle, Red Clover, Goldenseal, Chickweed, Plantain, Dandelion, Meadowsweet, Catnip, Mullein, Crampbark
Lesson 6: Herbal First Aid
The Herbal First Aid Kit
Herbs for Your Medicine Cabinet
Herbs: Agrimony, Feverfew, Mulberry, Vervain, Evening Primrose, Yellow Dock, Skullcap, Black Cohosh, Borage, Eyebright
Lesson 7: Scents of Health
Aromatherapy
Herbs: Lamb’s Quarter, Yarrow, Witch Hazel, Queen Anne’s Lace, Angelica, Elecampane, Lady’s Mantle, Burdock, Centaury, Flax Seed (Linseed)
Lesson 8: The Nose Knows
Aromatherapy
Herbs: Marigold, Chicory, Lemon Balm, Rue, Valerian, Shepherd’s Purse, Horehound, Rose, Cranesbill, Myrrh
Lesson 9: Emotional Healing with Herbs
Bach Flower Remedies
Ancient Healing of the Mystics
Herbs: Hops, Celery, Dill, Poppy, Boneset, Tea Tree, Ale Hoof, Comfrey, Raspberry, Eucalyptus
Lesson 10: Trees That Heal
Herbs: American Elm, Linden/Lime, Maple, Oak, Pine, Poplar, Walnut, Willow, Juniper, Banana
Lesson 11: Is It Time For That Herbal Bath Yet?
Simple Herbal Skin Fresheners
Herbs: Ginkgo, Honeysuckle, Echinacea, St. John’s Wort, Pennyroyal, Goldenrod, Coltsfoot, Cleavers, Gentain, Chaste Tree
Lesson 12: Fruit-a-licious!
Herbs: Strawberry, Orange, Pear, Apricot, Peach, Sarsaparilla, Pineapple, Ylang Ylang, Orange Bergamot, Fig
Lesson 13: The Darker Side of Herbs
Herbs: Castor Bean, Mistletoe, Belladonna, Foxglove, Aconite, Wormwood, Lobelia, Mandrake, Arnica, Bloodroot
Lesson 14: Final Exam
© March 2004 BlackSerpent Nightshade
(Revised November 2004, October 2004, February 2006)
