Poetry I

WRITING X 431.1

Learn the basic techniques of poetry writing in this introductory course combining writing exercises and workshopping.

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Live Online
In Person
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Understand how poetry differs from prose
  • Identify sources of poetic inspiration
  • Learn techniques for workshopping and revising poems
  • Complete exercises to expand your poetry skills

About this course:

What is a poem and how does it differ from prose? What sources can you, the beginning poet, look to for ideas and inspiration? How can you encourage a raw unfinished poem to become a thing of power and beauty? This course provides a series of enjoyable and illuminating exercises to expand your imagination and introduce you to the complex issues of craft and revision in an accessible way. Of value to those who have never written as well as those with some experience who seek new direction and feedback.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Monday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
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Instructor: Benin Lemus
399428
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting November 11.

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 14, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
A Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver
Voodoo Libretto: New & Selected Poems by Tim Seibles
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Mon Sep 30, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 7, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 14, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 21, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 28, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Nov 4, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Nov 18, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Nov 25, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Dec 2, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Dec 9, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Rick Bursky
400643
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required. 

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 23, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) A Field Guide to Contemporary Poetry and Poetics by Stuart Friebert, David Walker and David Young
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Jan 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Jan 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Jan 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Jan 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Feb 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Feb 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Feb 20, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Feb 27, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Mar 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Discussion
Thu Mar 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115

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