你将学到什么
Describe how the creative writing process can lead to a better understanding of unseen poetry
Explain the techniques available to authors when writing poetry
Assess why poets use certain techniques in their writing and how this has an impact on meaning
Discuss the ways in which the creative writing process provides an outlet for creativity
Apply pattern, puzzle and shaping techniques to the interpretation and creation of poetry
课程概况
What do you do when you encounter a poem for the first time?
How can the process of writing poetry help you to enjoy and
understand the written word in new ways?
On this course, you’ll explore strategies for close reading and
creative writing using a poem called ‘Patagonia’ by Kate
Clanchy as a case study.
You’ll explore the techniques that poets use and consider their impact on you as a reader.
By the end of the course, you’ll be inspired to read poetry in different ways, express yourself more effectively and you’ll have created an original poem of your own.
课程大纲
Ways to read and analyse poetry
Introduction to the poem, Patagonia
Feelings: Exploring different feelings towards text
Patterns: Breaking the text down
Puzzles: Tone and figurative language
面向人群
This course is designed for students studying A-level English
literature, language, history, and drama, and those looking to
study English at university. It will also be of interest to anyone looking to develop their critical thinking about poetry and improve their skills in analysis and writing.
This course will also be of interest to A-level teachers of the
same subjects looking for teaching resources and ideas to use
with their students in the classroom.
