Contemporary Poetry & Creative Writing: Theory & Experimentation

From 32.13 £ /h

We will discuss movements and styles in order to experience different uses of rhythm, form, meaning in empty spaces, abstraction, visualisation, narrative, etc. We will read poems by contemporary writers, experiment with rhythm and imagery and work on poetry through feedback. We will learn about your vision, taste and goals in poetry and experiment with creative writing exercises. The goal is for you to develop an innovative personal style, and integrate a range of movements and methods. I will motivate you to be as creative as possible. This class is for students who are open-minded and looking to try out a variety of different writing methods. Ages: 18-35

Extra information

Bring your laptop/tablet, a special poetry notebook & a nice pen.

Location

Online from Netherlands

About Me

Qualified teacher, open minded, flexible & zen.
Specialisation in contemporary poetry at Manchester university.
Specialisation in creative writing for the stage, screen and radio.
Researcher of creative writing methods.

Education

International degree in English literature, linguistics and education.
Inclusion, diversity and social justice in education.
Contemporary poetry.
Scriptwriting.

Experience / Qualifications

Interactive & communicative teaching method.
Experience teaching creative writing.
Cambridge degree of international proficiency in English.

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Poetry

Literature

Humanities

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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Tue

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Sun

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04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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For help with writing:

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For analyzes of oral literary texts:

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For the corrections of end of studies work:

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French is not only a subject, French is difficult and requires effort, but these are rewarded!

Method:
My students have always made significant progress, going from an average of 5 per year to having an average of 14 in the French baccalaureate. My last one to send me his results went from 6 in writing and 9 in speaking to 15 in writing and 17 in speaking (EAF 2024 session).
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My services combine the experience of teaching French and the vivacity of a young teacher who succeeds in motivating the most recalcitrant students.
My students have always made significant progress and above all, go to tests with confidence in their abilities.

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2015-University Paris IV, The Sorbonne License of French as a Foreign Language
2014-University Paris IV, Sorbonne Master of Medieval Studies
2012-University Paris IV, The Sorbonne License of Modern Applied Letters
2010-Brevet of Aptitude to the Functions of Animator
2008-Baccalaureate series L
2006-First Aid Training Certificate

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