Learn How to Analyse and Understand Poetry

Empower Young Learners with Poetry Skills: A Comprehensive Course

Looking to support young learners in developing crucial English skills? This engaging poetry course is designed for adults who want to help students excel in reading, analysing, and writing poetry.

This unit provides a structured approach to understanding poetry, covering key areas like language analysis, structural analysis, and creative poetry writing. It directly aligns with Ofqual GCSE Language and Literature assessment objectives, making it ideal preparation for GCSE exams. However, it's also perfectly suited for KS3, MYP, IGCSE, and GCSE learners, as well as anyone looking to improve their English skills.

The course features 10 lessons (approximately one hour each) packed with real-time activities, helpful timers with teacher talk and explanations. Students will gain the confidence to deeply understand poetry through exploration of powerful poems such as:

• Christina Rossetti's "A Birthday": Delve into themes of longing and anticipation.
• William Blake's "London": Explore social commentary and historical context.
• Wilfred Owen's "Dulce et Decorum est": Examine the realities of war and the power of imagery.

Throughout the course, students will learn to:

• Understand and effectively employ a range of language techniques.
• Analyze structural choices in poetry.
• Utilize contextual information to deepen their understanding.

This isn't just about analysis – it's about creativity! The unit culminates in exciting creative projects, including:

• Creating their own original poems.
• Producing a poetry podcast.
• Designing a visually appealing poetry mobile.

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