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1900 America: Historical Voices, Poetic Visions
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Abstract: A lesson plan in which students create their own multi-media epic poems about the year 1900. Walt Whitman's Song of Myself and Hart Crane's The Bridge serve as artistic models for students, who also draw on life histories, sound recordings, and other primary resources.
A Grain of Sand
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Abstract: A videographical presentation of Robert Service's short poem, "A Grain of Sand."
A Poet's New Post - Creating Poetry Using the Words of Poet Laureate Charles Simic
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Abstract: In this lesson, students will explore the poetry of Charles Simic, America's new Poet Laureate, and use his words to inspire their own writing.
After Columbus, Fall 2003
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Abstract: Sometime after 1492, the concept of the New World or America came into being, and this concept appeared differently — as an experience or an idea — for different people and in different places. This semester, we will read three groups of texts: first, participant accounts of contact between native Americans ... More »
Ajax' Kindred's Soliloquy In Africa
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Abstract: A videographical presentation of Frank Barbour Coffin's poem, followed by an uplifting audio performance of the musical composition "Zulu Prayer" by Thaumata.
An Integrated Poetry Unit
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Abstract: My students have always disliked poetry. The different ways in which this lesson approaches poetry and the connection it makes to their "March Madness" studies seems to make poetry more enjoyable, fun, and relevant for my students. In order to integrate with the sixth grade math and Social Sciences teachers, ... More »
Approaching poetry
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Abstract: Do you want to get more out of your reading of poetry? This unit is designed to develop the analytical skills you need for a more in-depth study of literary texts. You will learn about rhythm, alliteration, rhyme, poetic inversion, voice and line lengths and endings. You will examine poems that do not ... More »
Black Arts
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Abstract: Boston based artists discuss the meaning of Black art. Host Jim Spruill leads a discussion among 17 Boston-based artists on what Black art is and to whom the Black artist speaks. Group assembled includes Orma Jo Flint, Steve Hussein, Hakim Jami, Bob Nellums, Joanne Robinson, Robert Ruff, Joanne Sanders, ... More »
Black Youth and Education
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Abstract: African American youth and education in Boston. Program consists of numerous community affairs segments, the most prominent of which is a panel discussion directed by Sarah-Ann Shaw on African American youth and education in Boston. Guests include Jean McGuire (Roxbury resident and only Black Pupil Adjustment ... More »
'Blast From the Past' with poet and playwright Amiri Baraka
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Abstract: 'Blast from the Past' features an excerpt from a 1968 Say Brother interview with poet and playwright Amiri Baraka (LeRoi Jones) at Tufts University. Baraka talks about the importance of African Americans trying to be Black as a means to raise themselves above the 'filth of easy accommodation in the white ... More »
Blues Ain't Nothing But a Poem, The
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Abstract: Everett Goodwin reads from his poem 'To A Down and Out Brother, 'Program consists of an interview with Washington, DC poet and playwright Everett Goodwin. Host Barbara Barrow speaks with Goodwin about the ideas behind his poems, how he started writing and getting published, and issues related to the ... More »
Christopher Lydon compilation tape
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Abstract: Christopher Lydon interviews Bill Lee (pitcher, Montreal Expos) at Fenway Park. Lee discusses the possibility of a baseball strike. Lee talks about unions and his feelings about baseball. Lee says that he is no longer 'addicted' to baseball. This compilation tape has three essays by Robert J. Lurtsema ... More »
Composing Your Life: Exploration of Self through Visual Arts and Writing, Spring 2006
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Abstract: In this interdisciplinary seminar, we explore a variety of visual and written tools for self exploration and self expression. Through discussion, written assignments, and directed exercises, students practice utilizing a variety of media to explore and express who they are.
Contemporary Literature, Spring 2003
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Abstract: Subject focuses on fiction, drama, and poetry and possibly films inspired by these topics mostly of the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. This semester, Contemporary Literature (21L.488) deals with Irish literature, a subject broad and deep. To achieve a manageable volume of study, the course focuses primarily ... More »
Dennis Brutus reads from his work
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Abstract: Christopher Lydon interviews Dennis Brutus (South African poet, scholar, and activist). Brutus reads one of his poems, 'The Sounds Begin Again.' Brutus discusses his various roles as poet, leader and activist; his concern with human rights and justice all over the world; his sense of exile from his country. ... More »
Derek Walcott reads from his work
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Abstract: Derek Walcott (West Indian poet) reads from his work. Walcott reads the poems 'Sea Change' and 'The Beachhead.' Walcott begins to read the poem 'Sea Cranes.'
Diamante Poetry Using Environments Day 3
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Abstract: This lesson will introduce and reinforce learners' understanding of habitat components within an environment. This lesson is one in a series of lessons: Understanding Animal Adaptation: Day 1; Animal Environments: Day 2; Diamante Poetry Using Environments: Day 3. This is lesson two.
Digital Poetry, Fall 2005
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Abstract: This class investigates theory and practice of digital or new media poetry with emphasis on workshop review of digital poetry created by students. Each week students examine published examples of digital poetry in a variety of forms including but not limited to soundscapes, hypertext poetry, animation, ... More »
Elma Lewis Black Poetry for Children
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Abstract: Elma Lewis reads the poem 'Sympathy' by Paul Lawrence Dunbar. Program is divided into two halves: the first featuring a 30-minute in-studio poetry reading by Elma Lewis, the second of magazine-style segments. Elma Lewis, Director of the National Center of Afro-American Artists, seated with children around ... More »
Enhancing a Poetry Unit
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Abstract: is a teaching unit that leads students to the famous Federal Writers Project and gets them started writing found poems. Among the examples is a free verse poem written after reading an account of surviving the Blizzard of 1888.