WR 242 Poetry

1. Identify the use of poetic techniques within published poems.
2. Identify a variety of poetic forms.
3. Apply the use of poetic techniques in original poems.
4. Identify the use of poetic techniques within peer writing.
5. Clearly communicate responses to peer work, both in written summaries and within small-group discussions.
6. Revise original work based on peer responses.

Statewide General Education Outcomes:

1. Read actively, think critically and write purposefully and capably for academic and, in some cases, professional audiences.
2. Locate, evaluate and ethically utilize information to communicate effectively.
3. Demonstrate appropriate reasoning in response to complex issues.

• Introduction of a Variety of Poetic Forms
  • Sonnet
  • Free verse
  • Haiku
• Introduction of Poetic Devices
  • Rhythm
  • Meter
  • Alliteration
  • Symbol
• Exploration of Poetic Forms and Devices in Writing Exercises
• Introduction of the Workshop Process for Sharing and Responding to Student Work
  • Submitting original work for review by other students
  • Providing written summaries of peer work for other students
  • Participating in discussion of the techniques observed in peer work and their general effects for readers (discussions should describe the reaction of readers rather than prescribe decisions for authors)
• Introduction to the Process of Submitting Work for Publication
• Revision of Student Work for Possible Submission for Publication
• An Instructor May Optionally Require Students to Compile Their Own Collection of Revised Work as a Final Project