Learners will gain a better understanding and appreciation for poetry as well as be able to identify common poetic devices employed.  Furthermore, learners will apply the use of these poetic devices in their own poetry writings and present their original work to their peers.  

Homework Offered
Limited homework will be assigned, primarily further working upon their own poems, polishing them up before the next day's class.  
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Attendance, participation, and completion of written poems will be recorded by the teacher.  However, no formal grades will be assigned.  
Grades Offered