LITT07022 2019 Writing and Practice 4
Full Title
Writing and Practice 4
Transcript Title
Writing and Practice 4
Code
LITT07022
Attendance
80 %
Subject Area
LITT - Literature
Department
YADA - Yeats Academy Art Dsgn & Arch
Level
07 - NFQ Level 7
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Mr. John Kelleher, Tom Weir, Rhona Trench, Una Mannion
Programme Membership
SG_HWRIT_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_HWLIT_H08 202000 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_HWRIT_H08 202300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_HWLIT_H08 202300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
SG_HWRIT_H08 202300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Writing and Literature
Description
This module is an introduction to the writing of poetry, flash-fiction and other economical pieces of writing. We will look at the work of published authors and generate new work. Class will consist of mini-lectures, discussions, writing exercises and workshops, focusing on the elements of poetry and flash-fiction. Economy of practice and revision will be emphasised in creating concise effective texts.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Produce poems and flash-fiction applying principles of economy and efficiency
2.
Apply devices of figurative language and sound in poetry and flash-fiction
3.
Control word choices and word order to create a particular mood or tone in a work of poetry or flash fiction
4.
Critique works in progress and revise and edit
5.
Give public reading and identify publication methods for publication
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This is a workshop which develops opportunities for students to learn in student-centered environment. Teaching and learning strategies will combine, seminar, mini-lectures, discussion and student presentations.
Module Assessment Strategies
The assessment strategy in this module encourages different modes of production and performance. Learners will contribute micro-fiction pieces (poems, flash and other modes) through ongoing tasks and assignements (30%). Learners will organise a reading of work in a public venue and consider other avenues of having work published through journals and competitions (30%). Finally, students will submit a portfolio of work at the end of term that has been critiqued, revised and edited (40%).
Repeat Assessments
repeat project
Indicative Syllabus
Introduction to Poetry: What makes it poetry? Line breaks. Figurative language and imagery. Sound—rhythm, meter, rhyme. Free vs. form.
Line breaks: How line affects rhythm and sound. White space. Emotional impact.
Figurative Language & Imagery:—metaphor, simile, personification, onomatopoeia, synesthesia. Finding images. Bringing images to life.
Sound: Rhythm. Meter. Rhyme. Repetition. Alliteration. Assonance. Consonance.
Classic Forms: Sonnet. Sestina. Villanelle. Pantoum. Haiku. Haibun. Apostrophe. Narrative.
Contemporary Forms: Prose poem. Found poetry. Persona. Ekphrasis. Narrative.
Voice: Voice defined. Types of voice and vision. Finding your voice. Style. Digging deeper.
Revision: Stages of revision. Techniques for testing your work. The art of reduction. Knowing when it's done.
Publication and the Poetry Scene: Finding homes for your work. The submission process. Participating in the poetry scene.
Flash-Fiction Introduction
Conventional plot-based storytelling
Slice-of-life or ‘formless’ storytelling
Experimenting with different narrative voices
Applying principles of economy and efficiency to create a tight and effective piece of writing
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Short assignments | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 30 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4 |
| 2 | Reading performance | Coursework Assessment | Performance Evaluation | 30 % | Week 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| 3 | Portfoli of Micro-Fiction | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 40 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Seminar/Workshop | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 5.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Letters to a Young Poet
by Rainer Maria Rilke
The Poet's Companion: A Gui... The Poet's Companion: A Guide to the Pleasures of Writing Poetry
by Kim Addonizio
The Crafty Poet: A Portable Workshop
by Diane Lockward
The Triggering Town: Lectures and Essays on Poetry and Writing
by Richard Hugo
In the Palm of Your Hand: A Poet's Portable Workshop
by Steve Kowit
The Practice of Poetry: Writing Exercises From Poets Who Teach
by Robin Behn (Editor)
A Poetry Handbook
by Mary Oliver
The Art of the Poetic Line
by James Longenbach
The Making of a Poem: A Norton Anthology of Poetic Forms
by Mark Strand
The Poetry Home Repair Manual: Practical Advice for Beginning Poets
by Ted Kooser
Wingbeats: Exercises and Practice in Poetry
by Scott Wiggerman (Editor)
Best Words, Best Order: Essays on Poetry
by Stephen Dobyns
The Ode Less Travelled: Unlocking the Poet Within
by Stephen Fry
Writing Flash Fiction: How to Write Very Short Stories and Get Them Published
by Carly Berg
The Rose Metal Press Field Guide to Writing Flash Fiction: Tips from Editors, Teachers, and Writers in the Field
by Tara L. Masih (Editor)
Creating Short Fiction: The Classic Guide to Writing Short Fiction
by Damon Knight
URL Resources
http://www.poetryireland.ie
http://irishwriterscentre.ie/