WRIT 047: Writing Poetry

9th - 12th
Provider: BYU Independent Study
Instructor-guided learning

This course is designed to improve and enhance students' own poetic skills by teaching them how poets use the language devices of sound, sensory images, figurative expressions, and musical rhythms to share their insights through word-art. Throughout the course, students will experiment with traditional formats and with many free-verse styles of poetry.

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BYU Independent Study

BYU Independent Study

Brigham Young University Independent Study (BYU IS) offers a variety of rigorous, accredited online courses for middle and high school students. Subjects include: all core subjects, foreign languages, beginning musical instruments, career exploration, and AP courses. These self-paced, asynchronous courses are taught by certified instructors, feature engaging, interactive content, include proctored online testing from home, and can provide an official, accredited transcript.

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Course Information

Instruction Type
Instructor-guided learning

Subject Areas

Language Arts