Intro to Creative Writing-Poetry

Catalog description

This course provides a continuation of skills learned in ENGL 206 with an emphasis on the creation of poetic writing and publication. Requirements include analysis and practical application of past and current trends in writing and publishing poetry, peer workshops, and a creative portfolio with a critical introduction that demonstrates an understanding of the structure, elements, and critical terminology of poetics. Topics to be covered include historical trends and practices, theoretical and cultural influences, contemporary poetic practices, requirements for interaction in poetry workshops, and current publication opportunities and analysis.