Description:

Introduces the style, structure, and techniques of poetry. Students read, analyze, and interpret works of major poets. Recommended: ENGL& 101 placement or higher.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an increased level of comfort with the various forms of poetry.
• Define and recognize various poetic techniques such as connotation/denotation, simile/metaphor, symbol/allegory, irony/satire.
• Identify and use terminology specific to poetry that describes a poem’s sounds, rhythm, rhyme, and specific formats (if present).
• Evaluate poetry
• Recognize major poets
• Read, analyze, and explicate complex poetry at an inferential level with greater insight and wider perspective.
• Improve writing skills
• Appreciate poetry