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School:
School of Arts and Humanities
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
I (FHEQ Level 5)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2016-01-01
Module Leader:
Stephen Ely
Version Number
2023.01
Learning Methods
Seminar
Guided Independent Study
Requirements
Recommended Prior Study
Recommended Prior Study
Recommended Prior Study
Synopsis
You will develop knowledge and understanding of, and expertise in the art and craft of poetry by studying a representative range of contemporary, modern and pre-Twentieth century poetry and considering how formal, technical and stylistic elements are used in different contexts to enable, effect and complement intention, theme and content. … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
This module typically operates by independent learning and writing supported by seminars, individual/group research and tutor-feedback. Students will present their work to their peers and receive (and give) developmental feedback.
Outline Syllabus
The skills and subjects covered are:
The importance of form, technique and style in relation to intention, theme and contentThe characteristics of commonly encountered poetic formsThe diversity of attitudes to form in contemporary poetryWriting — using form, technique and style to complement intentionWriting — writing poems in a range of … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
develop knowledge of a range of contemporary, modern and pre-20th century poetic texts exemplifying a range of forms and techniques.
2.
develop knowledge and understanding of the formal and technical aspects of poetry and the relationship of these aspects of the craft to intention, theme and content.
3.
develop knowledge and understanding of differing genres and schools of poetry and their differing approaches to form and technique.
4.
be able to write poems in a range of forms using a variety of techniques, matching these to intention, theme and content as appropriate.
5.
be able to expound, explain and evaluate their work demonstrating a contextual understanding of contemporary, modern and pre-Twentieth century poetry.
6.
be able to expound, explain and evaluate their work demonstrating an informed understanding of the forms and techniques they have deployed in relation to intention, theme and content, as appropriate.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Portfolio (including examples)
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Portfolio
Assessment 2: Written Assignment
Assessment Criteria
Appropriateness of critique and analysis of textsAppropriateness of evaluation and employment of form and techniqueAppropriateness of evaluation of and engagement with generic and contextual influencesAppropriateness of evaluation and employment of linguistic forms and featuresEvidence of effective independent research and studyQuality of writing