Students will expand their knowledge of feminist literature and see how four fierce female poets withstood the flames of resistance to shape and influence the literary world.

I am a published writer. The title of my book is Mountains and Melancholy: A Collection of Poems About Life With Depression. Also, I've been a mental health blogger for the Coping With Depression blog at HealthyPlace.com since August 2017. My final post comes out this week; after nearly three years, I felt it was time for me to move on to other pursuits. I'm sharing this information here to show that I am capable of handling the topic of mental health in a sensitive and educated manner. Additionally, I am currently enrolled in graduate school working on my MA in English.

The discussions about depression and other mental illnesses and suicide will be handled with gentleness and sensitivity. 

The discussions about abuse, imprisonment, labor camps, and execution will also be handled in the same way. I will guide the discussion, oversee what is being said, and allow students to express their feelings and thoughts. 

As for discussions of sexuality, there will be nothing overt or graphic. The topics will center on liberation and freedom for women and will be handled in a delicate and tasteful manner.

Please know these discussions are just one facet of the class. Our main focus will be on the strength, resilience, and poetic power of these amazing women.

Finally, I have been reading, studying, and writing poetry since I was in elementary school. I am a former public school teacher and also a veteran homeschool educator who has taught poetry to all ages. I have also led poetry workshops for adults and am currently earning my MA in English. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.

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There is no assigned mandatory homework, but optional readings will be provided for those interested.
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Student learning progress will be assessed through class discussion and participation.
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