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    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Sharpened Visions: A Poetry Workshop

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing, Peer Review, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”)

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, World History, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Writing, Creativity, Music

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      629 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Modern American Poetry

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Lecturing, Music, World History, Creativity, Aesthetics, Writing and Editing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      104 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      I

      IESE Business School

      The Art of Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Writing, Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      845 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Berklee

      Songwriting: Writing the Lyrics

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Peer Review, Musical Composition, Music, Creativity, Performing Arts, Storytelling, Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      894 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Creative Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Storyboarding, Content Creation, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Persistence, Professionalism

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Assertiveness, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Attributes, Executive Presence, Emotional Intelligence, Composure, Respiration, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Logo Design, Design Software, Digital Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Adobe InDesign, Photo Editing, Photography, Style Guides, Branding, Peer Review, Art History, Design, Aesthetics, Design Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      The Singer Songwriter

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, File Management, Music, Music Performance, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Instrumental Music, Self-Awareness, Performing Arts, Creativity, Automation, Storytelling, Writing, Editing, Software Installation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Good with Words: Writing and Editing

      Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Organizational Skills, Proofreading, Storytelling, Productivity, Planning, Detail Oriented, Brainstorming, Time Management, Content Creation, Overcoming Obstacles, Resourcefulness, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Journals, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      424 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      Songwriting: Writing, Arranging, and Producing Music

      Skills you'll gain: File Management, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Instrumental Music, Storytelling, Music Performance, Creativity, Performing Arts, Automation, Writing, Editing, Software Installation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular poetry courses

    • Sharpened Visions: A Poetry Workshop: California Institute of the Arts
    • Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”): University of Pennsylvania
    • Modern American Poetry: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Art of Storytelling: IESE Business School
    • Songwriting: Writing the Lyrics: Berklee
    • Creative Writing: Wesleyan University
    • Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact: University of London
    • Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • The Singer Songwriter: Berklee
    • Good with Words: Writing and Editing: University of Michigan

    Frequently Asked Questions about Poetry

    Poetry is writing that the author arranges in a manner other than sentences and paragraphs. Poets generally intend for their poetry to stir the emotions or imaginations of their readers. You can find poetry that's simple and straightforward, or you might write poetry that's complex and laden with symbolism. Poems can follow a strict rhyme or rhythm pattern, or they can be looser and freer in form. The genre of poetry covers a wide array of writings, from children's nursery rhymes to epic poetry from ancient writers to scriptures to today's hip hop songs.‎

    Learning poetry can help you engage intellectually and creatively with others. When you read poetry you have access to rewarding experiences, but intentionally studying more complex poems gives you a better appreciation of language and communication. You can also develop better critical thinking skills when you try to interpret poems that have layered, hidden meanings. If you endeavor to write poetry of your own, you can sharpen your writing and thinking skills and enhance creativity. Memorizing poetry is also a great way to expand your memory skills and keep your brain active.‎

    You may be able to turn your knowledge of poetry into a career as a writer or educator. There are freelance jobs available for writers of poetry for greeting cards, magazines, and journals. Or you can look for opportunities to earn money as a writer in residence for an organization or school. Songwriting allows you to earn money using your poetic skills to write lyrics. You can also teach poetry to students from kindergarten to the collegiate level and beyond.‎

    When you take online courses on Coursera, you can find opportunities to learn how to read, interpret, and write poetry. You can take survey courses that teach you the broad concepts of poetry in general, or discover various genres of poetry, ranging from Native American to Japanese to modern poetic forms.‎

    Online Poetry courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Poetry skills. Choose from a wide range of Poetry courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Poetry, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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