Poetry

 

                           

In this week's session, we focused on the final type of writing "Poetry" which was conducted by our course lecturer. To commence the session, we were divided into two groups, "Lovers of Poetry" and "Non Lovers of Poetry". In these groups we were asked to share why we love or why we do not love poetry. I classified myself as one who is a lover of poetry and my reason was "I love poetry because it allows writers to express their emotions and experiences through words." We were also asked to share on our experiences but I then realized I have never taught poetry. 

We were then engaged in a discussion on the different elements of a poem and how it can be taught to students. These elements include figures of speech, rhyme scheme, painting vivid imagery and appealing to the senses.

Figures of Speech

Figures of speech are used to add depth and creativity to the language. 

Rhyme Scheme

Rhyme scheme is a pattern of rhymes that comes at the end of each line in a poem.

 

Painting Vivid Imagery

The writer uses clear description that appeals to a readers' senses to create an image or idea in their head.

Appealing to Senses

Using figurative and descriptive language to appeal to the senses and imagination of the reader.

It was now time for us to gain a sense on how we can make poetry fun when teaching it. The poems "The Sea" and "The Flattered Flying Fish" were used as examples. We participated in activities such as rhyming schemes and role play. 

After this session I was not only able to gain knowledge on poetry but also ways in which I can make poems come alive in my classroom. I look forward to the day when I will have exciting poetry sessions with my students.