Basic familiarity with computers and word-processing software. Concurrent enrollment in Eng 272 required. Student option grading. Written responses to both published poetry and poetry readings help students examine the work of professionals. Student option grading.
Students write poetry and discuss their work.
Focus on voice, imagery and sound. Written responses to both published poetry and poetry readings help students examine the work of professionals. Student option grading. Narrative techniques focused mainly on the short story. Students analyze fiction by examining plot, characters, atmosphere, point of view, metaphor and theme before writing their own works.