Swing into The Art of Poetry!
Learn to express yourself through various poetic forms, understand the beauty of rhythm and rhyme, and discover the power of metaphor and imagery. It's a journey designed to awaken your inner poet and promote a mastery of writing skills.
Carlos Malbrew
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(6)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. The homework will involve researching legendary poets and building their own poetry.Assessment
Quizzes will be utilized to gauge student's retention of knowledge and ability to identify poetic devices such as alliteration, metaphor, simile, rhythm, rhyme, etc.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
"Tools of Poetry," offers a comprehensive exploration into the art of poetry over three weeks, with 45-minute sessions each week. The curriculum covers an array of poetic devices including simile, metaphor, rhythm, repetition, imagery, and alliteration, among others. Teaching methods are highly interactive and engaging, utilizing PowerPoint presentations, written assignments, and a variety of interactive techniques. Students can expect an enriching learning experience that includes lectures, slides, video clips, and lively discussions. There's a strong emphasis on student interaction, both with the instructor and among peers, facilitated through in-class messaging and opportunities to showcase their work. This course is designed to be both informative and immersive, ensuring a deep understanding and appreciation of poetry.
Learning Goals
Through the "Tools of Poetry" course, students will acquire a set of valuable traits. They will gain proficiency in identifying and utilizing key poetic devices like simile, metaphor, rhythm, repetition, imagery, and alliteration. Their ability to critically analyze and appreciate poetry will be significantly enhanced, alongside developing skills in crafting their own poetic compositions. This course will also improve their communication and interpretative skills, particularly in discussing and sharing insights about poetry. Students will build confidence in engaging with peers and the instructor through interactive discussions and feedback, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the structure and beauty of poetry, which will serve them well beyond the course.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2023
5.0
6reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree from Louisiana State University
Bachelor's Degree in English from Xavier University
Associate's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
I've taught Units on Poetry to both American and Chinese students of all ages from elementary to college level. I am a writer myself with 12 published works so the written word is not only something I teach, but train myself on as well for practical application in the real world.Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week, 3 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
1-8 learners per class
