$52
weeklyor $515 for 20 classes
American Poetry: College Prep
Ages 16-18
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
2x per week, 10 weeks
2-6 learners per class
80 min
What's included
20 live meetings
26 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursAssignments
2-4 hours per week. Two sustained writing assignments will ask students to 1.) explain the theme(s) of one poem, then 2.) compare and contrast two poems in terms of their primary themes.Mastery Evaluation
Regular quizzes will help students learn important vocabulary, concepts, and historical context for the pieces we read.Letter Grade
Students will receive midterm and final grades.Class Experience
US Grade 10 - 12
Intermediate Level
I'm a lively teacher who loves to help learners increase their comfort level with and mastery of difficult texts, especially poetry. This class will prepare students for their college literature classes (which I used to teach) with high-level discussions, regular quizzes, and two sustained writing assignments keyed to Common Core competencies. We'll meet twice a week, following students' interest in specific poems, topics, and techniques in spirited discussions exactly like the ones I led for 13 years of teaching college English.
Learning Goals
Identifying and explaining primary themes of literary works (Common Core competency)Understanding the relationship between historical events and literatureSyllabus
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)20 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Course intro; Native American songs
First paper assignment; Cherokee War Song; Lenape War Song 80 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Early American women's writing
Anne Bradstreet, “The Author to Her Book,” “Before the Birth of One of Her Children,” “In Memory of My Dear Grandchild. . .”; Judith Sargent Murray, “On the Equality of the Sexes,” opening poem 80 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Early perspectives on nature
Philip Freneau, “The Wild Honey Suckle,” “On the Religion of Nature,” “The Indian Burying Ground”; William Cullen Bryant, “To a Waterfowl” 80 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Early political poetry I
Phyllis Wheatley, “On Being Brought from Africa to America,” “To the Right Honorable William. . .”; Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, “The Slave Singing at Midnight,” “The Jewish Cemetery at Newport” 80 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Because we will be exploring the full sweep of American history, poem topics may include war, death, slavery, political movements, religion, and abortion.
Pre-Requisites
Basic reading, studying, and writing skills should be well in hand.
Supply List
Norton Anthology of American Literature, both volumes, plus a supplement for 20th century poetry that I will provide.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Norton Anthology of American Literature, both volumes
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
I taught college writing and literature classes for 13 years, and my PhD focused on major works of 20th century American poetry. There's nothing I enjoy more than bringing this form of literature to new readers.Reviews
Other classes by Victoria Brockmeier, MFA, PhD
Other classes by Victoria Brockmeier, MFA, PhD
Parents also liked
Jump Start Poetry: Learn to Write--and Appreciate--All Forms of Poetry
Cindy Frank
5.0
(671)
$32 per class
Next session at 3 PM on Thursday
Group Class
4 wks, 1/wk, 55 min
12-17
Poetry Explorers: Reading and Writing a Variety of Poetry
Regina Hutchinson, M.ED
4.9
(66)
$14 per class
Next session at 7 PM on Mon 4/7
Group Class
4 wks, 1/wk, 55 min
7-11
Poetry Power: How to Read and Analyze Poems
Jennifer Smith, MA
4.9
(135)
$15 per class
Next session at 2 PM on Thursday
Group Class
1/wk, 45 min
11-14
Jump Start Jump Start Poetry Boot Camp: Write and Appreciate All Forms of Poetry
Cindy Frank
5.0
(671)
$32 per class
Next session at 4 PM tomorrow
Group Class
2 wks, 2/wk, 55 min
12-17
Metaphors and More: Poetry 1:1
Mrs. Durant, BA-Elem. Ed, Star Educator
5.0
(23)
$30 per session
1-on-1 Tutoring
On Demand
9-16
American Poetry: College Prep
Victoria Brockmeier, MFA, PhD
$26 per class
Next session at 6 PM tomorrow
Group Class
10 wks, 2/wk, 1.33 hr
16-18
Write it with Rhythm: Exploring the Art of Poetry for Middle School Writers
Dr. Brooke Nelson
5.0
(11)
$57 per class
Next session at 3 PM on Tue 4/8
Group Class
4 wks, 1/wk, 55 min
11-14
Poetry Camp for Teens - Summer Session
Mrs. Lisa Galvao, B.A. English Ed; M.A.,TESL/TEFL
4.9
(51)
$15 per class
Next session at 1 PM on Mon 6/9
Group Class
1 wk, 4/wk, 50 min
13-17
Poetry Pairings: Movements, Eras, and More
Jennifer Smith, MA
4.9
(135)
$20 per class
Next session at 3 PM on Tue 9/2
Group Class
1/wk, 50 min
11-16
Be You & Become a Better Writer: Poetry Writing, 8-Week Course
Alison Sloan, Writing Teacher | Cert. ELA/ESL
5.0
(471)
$18 per class
Next session at 4:45 PM on Wed 4/2
Group Class
8 wks, 1/wk, 40 min
9-11
Learn How to Write a Haiku - Poetry Writing
Ashley Mercado
5.0
(5)
$8 per class
Next session at 11 PM on Tue 4/22
Group Class
1 wk, 1/wk, 45 min
9-12
Discover Latin America Through Poetry and Short Stories
Anna K. Smith, MPH
3.0
(2)
$18 per class
Next session at 9 PM on Tue 4/1
Group Class
1/wk, 1 hr
14-18
National Poetry Month: Celebrate, Collaborate & Comprehend: Kid-Friendly Poems
Teacher Tim, M.Ed., Reading Specialist
5.0
(247)
$15 per class
Next session at 6:15 PM on Sun 4/6
Group Class
1 wk, 1/wk, 45 min
8-12
Poetry Study: Robert Browning and the Pied Piper of Hamelin
Elizabeth Schuiling
5.0
(3)
$20 per class
Next session at 8 PM tomorrow
Group Class
1 wk, 1/wk, 55 min
11-15
Let's Learn English: Poetry Analysis (7-11 Years)
Let's Go Learning
4.8
(3,808)
$12 per class
Next session at 2:40 PM on Thu 4/3
Group Class
1/wk, 35 min
7-11
Middle School Poetry Unit: Reading and Comprehending Poems
Mr. Van, Certified Teacher
5.0
(126)
$32 per class
Next session at 3 PM on Tue 4/29
Group Class
4 wks, 1/wk, 55 min
11-15
More to explore
Academic Writing And Research To Prepare You for University And College
Homework Review
Math Multi Digit Subtraction
Math Skil Builders
Copic Markers
Strongminds
Homeschool Writing Portfolio
30 Minute Private Singing Lessons Beginner And Intermediate Students
Chemistry Honors
Reading Tutor K 5
Blue Truck
The Giver
Warriors Drawing
Boys Need Self Care Too
Rock On Exploring Earth
Korean Language
Editing And
In The forest
Chess Opening
An Important Life Skill
