Poetry Courses and Certifications

William Butler Yeats's Late Poetry - Analysis and Interpretation - Lecture 6

Explore Yeats's late poetry, examining themes of aging, knowledge, and art. Analyze works like "Sailing to Byzantium" and "Lapis Lazuli" to understand his evolving perspectives on life and creativity.

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• 45 minutes
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• Free Video

W.H. Auden's Poetry: Art, Suffering, and Society - Lecture 23

Explore Auden's poetry through key works, examining themes of art's role in society, suffering, and secular paradise. Gain insights into his literary techniques and philosophical perspectives.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Modern Poetry - Elizabeth Bishop and Modernist Perspectives - Lecture 25

Explore modernist poetry's role in addressing alienation and fostering community through Bishop's works and connections to other poets. Gain insights into poetry's power to renew human connection.

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• 41 minutes
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• Free Video

In Extremis - Poetry, Subversion and Violence

Dynamic conversation exploring poetry's extremes, innovation, and violence. Poets discuss subversion, aggression, and revolutionary aspects in contemporary poetry, examining creative decisions and international perspectives.

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• 1 hour 16 minutes
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• Free Video

Robert Pinsky Poetry Reading - Selected Poems and New Works

Former U.S. poet laureate Robert Pinsky shares selected and new poems, offering insights into his creative process and exploring themes of culture, language, and human experience.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Arcadia Project - Postmodern Pastoral Poetry Reading

Diverse poets read from "THE ARCADIA PROJECT," a compilation exploring postmodern pastoral themes. Features Timothy Donnelly, C.D. Wright, Gabriel Gudding, Dana Levin, John Beer, and Dan Beachy-Quick.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NPTEL;  IIT Madras

Poetry

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Explore poetry's forms, functions, and evolution through major poets and movements from Chaucer to contemporary works, enhancing appreciation and analysis skills.

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• 1 day 9 hours
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• Free Video

Boston Originals - Poetry Readings by Bouchard, Colby, Lepson and Garcia Roberts

Immerse in Boston's poetic landscape with readings by Bouchard, Colby, Lepson, and Garcia Roberts, showcasing diverse voices and contemporary works from the region's vibrant literary scene.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Poetry for All Seasons of Life

C.K. Williams reads his evocative poetry, exploring life's challenges through vivid scenes of childhood, love, neighbors, and mortality, reminding us of the human experience's complexities.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Poetry Discussion with Jericho Brown and Ada Limón - Winter Words 2020

Acclaimed poets Jericho Brown and Ada Limón discuss their inspirations, career paths, and the accessibility of poetry in a captivating conversation with Aspen Words Executive Director Adrienne Brodeur.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Art, Activism, and Education in Poetry - A Conversation with Clint Smith

Explore the intersection of art, activism, and education with poet Clint Smith as he discusses his collection "Counting Descent" and its impact on society.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Shelley's A Defence of Poetry - Part 2

Explore Shelley's views on poetry's societal impact, morality, and role as a private entity. Examine connections to drama and Milton's work.

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• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

唐詩新思路 (Tang Poetry)

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深入探討唐詩名家作品，從新角度解析詩人心理、創作背景和詩歌意涵，揭示傳統解讀的誤區，重新認識唐詩的多元面向和深層價值。

• Coursera
• 18 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Rap and Poetry as Tools for Self-Expression

Exploring rap and poetry as powerful forms of self-expression, arguing for their inclusion in academic studies and highlighting their cultural significance and technical similarities.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Selected Poems - Cultural Connections Through Poetry

Powerful spoken word performance featuring three poems exploring cultural identity, history, and personal transformation through evocative language and rhythmic delivery.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video