760-205 Poetry

25 points of first year creative writing.

This subject is an introduction to a range of poetic forms. Students will read poetry from various periods and cultures, with an emphasis on 20th century poetry.

• demonstrate sound and independent critical and ethical thinking in their choice of materials and processes;

• be able to present written and oral communication to a professional standard regarding their treatment and material choices.

10 to 12 poems or 100-120 lines of poetry (65%); 800 word review of one book of poetry (15%); attendance at a poetry reading and 500 word report on the reading (10%); regular attendance and participation through a verbal presentation of book review and submission of work in progress for workshopping (10%). Half the poems will be submitted at week 6 and the remainder of the written work will be submitted at the end of semester.

A subject reader will be available for purchase.