Module #1 Introduction to Poetry and Prose Overview of the course, importance of poetry and prose in literature, and brief history of the genres
Module #2 Understanding Poetry:Forms and Structures Exploration of different poetry forms such as sonnets, ballads, and free verse
Module #3 Poetic Devices:Imagery, Metaphor, and Symbolism In-depth analysis of literary devices used in poetry, including imagery, metaphor, and symbolism
Module #4 The Power of Language:Tone, Voice, and Point of View Examination of how language is used to convey tone, voice, and point of view in poetry
Module #5 Introduction to Prose:The Short Story Overview of the short story genre, its history, and key elements
Module #6 Character Development in Prose Techniques for creating compelling characters in short stories and novels
Module #7 Plot and Structure in Prose Analysis of plot structures, including linear, non-linear, and epistolary narratives
Module #8 Setting and World-Building in Prose Exploration of how setting is used to create atmosphere and immersion in prose
Module #9 Poetry of the Ancient World Study of ancient poetry from Greece, Rome, and Mesopotamia
Module #10 Middle English Poetry:The Canterbury Tales In-depth analysis of Chaucers Canterbury Tales and its significance in English literature
Module #11 Romantic Poetry:Wordsworth, Coleridge, and Keats Examination of the Romantic movement in poetry, including key authors and works
Module #12 Victorian Poetry:Tennyson, Browning, and Eliot Study of Victorian poetry, including its key themes, styles, and authors
Module #13 Modernist Poetry:Imagism, Symbolism, and Surrealism Exploration of Modernist movements in poetry, including Imagism, Symbolism, and Surrealism
Module #14 Prose of the 20th Century:Realism, Magic Realism, and Postmodernism Analysis of 20th-century prose, including key authors and movements
Module #15 Contemporary Poetry:Themes, Styles, and Voices Study of contemporary poetry, including key themes, styles, and authors
Module #16 Writing Poetry:Form, Structure, and Language Practical workshop on writing poetry, including exercises and prompts
Module #17 Writing Prose:Character, Plot, and Setting Practical workshop on writing prose, including exercises and prompts
Module #18 Workshopping Your Writing:Poetry and Prose Peer review and workshop of student writing, including feedback and revision techniques
Module #19 Poetry and Prose in Context:Historical and Cultural Perspectives Exploration of how poetry and prose reflect and shape historical and cultural contexts
Module #20 Intersections between Poetry and Prose Analysis of how poetry and prose inform and influence each other
Module #21 Adapting Poetry and Prose for Performance Exploration of performance poetry, spoken word, and dramatization of prose
Module #22 Publishing and Sharing Your Writing Practical advice on publishing, submitting, and sharing poetry and prose
Module #23 Reading and Responding to Poetry and Prose Development of critical reading skills, including close reading and analysis techniques
Module #24 The Business of Writing:Career Development and Opportunities Exploration of career paths and opportunities for writers, including editing, teaching, and freelance writing
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Poetry and Prose career
