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RevisingfWorkshopping <br /> • Poetic Structure- Stanza,verse, line breaks <br /> • Peer/Group editing- giving feedback and constructive criticism <br /> • Being Concise- a key to poetry <br /> • Parallel Structure <br /> Performance <br /> • Volume and projection <br /> • Voice Inflection and conveying emotion <br /> • Cadence <br /> • Gestures, Body Language <br /> • Eye contact <br /> Objectives and Goals <br /> • Transform participants' perception of"poetry" and what is possible through exposure to <br /> various styles of oral poetry and performance. <br /> • Strengthen writing skills, especially the ability to construct powerful narratives rich with <br /> imagery and figurative language. <br /> • Build public speaking confidence. <br /> • Build positive identity and a deeper sense of self. <br /> • Create a safe workshop space and sense of classroom community. <br /> • Create original works of poetry and storytelling which students write,edit and recite. <br /> • Create original works in which participants successfully express who they are, and which <br /> are representative of their diverse identities. <br /> • Hold a final performance where participants perform their original works for a live <br /> audience. <br /> • Reinforce and strengthen participants' understanding of and proficiency with lessons and <br /> concepts being studied in their English classes. <br /> • Spark participants' interest in the literary and performing arts, and connect them to the <br /> myriad opportunities available in the local spoken word and poetry communities. <br /> • Increase awareness, knowledge, and engagement around issues affecting youth in our <br /> community. <br />