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About the Course

Why just write poems when you can write better ones? This course is built on the notion that the most exciting writing begins after the first draft. It is specifically for folks who believe that writing poems just to express oneself is like using the Internet just for email. After all, poetry can change the way you and your readers think of the world and its inhabitants; it can break new ground for language; turn a blank sheet of paper into a teeming concert of voices and music. Though any of us may have the potential to make that happen, having an understanding of how several tools of poetic composition can be used (and audaciously “mis-used”) gives you more ways to try (and if we do this right, we might surprise ourselves most of all). We'll cover key poetic terms and devices by studying poems by a handful of modern and contemporary poets and then get a chance to try our own hand at writing new poem drafts from a select number of prompts. Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to workshop your poem drafts and get feedback on your work, working towards a more polished poem....

Top reviews

ES

May 4, 2022

The professor and tasks were very engaging. I truly looked forward to tuning in and working through the lessons and assignments. My interest in poetry is further stoked and I can't wait to learn more.

CN

May 22, 2024

Very personable instructor with quality content and a workshop system that works well even if you never get to actually meet your fellow poets. I was very impressed and got a lot out of this course.

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By Sarah S

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Dec 1, 2017

Great no-cost online poetry workshop.

By Jill B

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Jun 12, 2016

Wrote a poem

I like.

That's something.

By Lucya S

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Feb 17, 2022

I learnt a lot and really enjoyed it

By Beth B

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Jul 19, 2020

fantastic and enthusiastic teacher

By Satyajit G

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Jan 16, 2017

A must course for budding poets!!!

By Chanelle W

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Mar 15, 2016

This course is really FUNdamental.

By ASAD B

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Jul 19, 2018

Amazing. Best for learning poetry

By Margarita C

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Jun 25, 2018

Amazing!!! I am learning so much!

By PALASHA S

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Jun 29, 2016

Amazing tips for perfect poetry.

By Hari G

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Oct 18, 2024

An excellent work shop course.

By Josafat C

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Sep 25, 2023

I really enjoyed the workshop.

By Kendi H

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Dec 13, 2022

I enjoyed it and learned a lot

By Kshitiza G

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May 5, 2022

very smooth, very informative!

By Isabella M A

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Dec 6, 2021

It was a wonderful experience!

By Mario G

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Apr 17, 2016

Great ...Awesome...lots of fun

By Elianna P

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Jul 3, 2017

Very educational and hands on

By Casey Z

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May 19, 2017

Absolutely LOVED this course!

By Tony W J

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Sep 22, 2022

to say,

the least.

Impactful..

By Kuldeep K

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Jun 25, 2021

Best course to learn poetry.

By Friendly M

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Oct 20, 2015

This is a very good class.

By Mônica M

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Jul 8, 2020

Awesome beginners course

By Clara R

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Sep 30, 2018

Kind of magic and fun :D

By Baboucarr C

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Oct 24, 2017

Thorough and interesting

By Amir H

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Oct 19, 2021

Amazing course! thanks!

By Laura D

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Mar 9, 2021

loved, loved, loved it!