Poetry Workshop
In this class, participants are asked to bring a piece of poetry they wrote and a poem another author has penned. Class time is spent sharing and discussing all of these marvelous discoveries.
Colin Adam Longcore
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(198)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursAssignments
1-2 per weekAssessment
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Poetry is the topic of discussion in this class. In our discussions, we will attempt to grow an appreciation of the this most vital and often disparaged art form. This class is all about sharing: sharing poetry we have written, and sharing poetry by other authors we have recently discovered. This session is a workshop where we can engage the wisdom of each other, and the wisdom of the ages.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how insightful poetry can be.Students will learn that reading poetry out loud is a highly effective way of getting better at writing poetry.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class is about cultivating an appreciation of the arts. No seditious or dangerous imperatives will be brought to bear.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Ted Kooser wrote a fantastic book called, The Poetry Home Repair Manual. If you found your way to acquiring this text, it would help you to become a better writer of poetry as well as a better reader of poetry.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
198reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Michigan
A warm Colin-teacher "Hello" to you. I am a teacher with more than fifteen years experience who is ready to help you with Language Arts and Mathematics. I also help students who are preparing for high school entrance exams, and I am a great coach for those interested in the visual arts. Come study with me! We will have a lot of fun. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$75
per classMeets once
90 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
1-3 learners per class
