Choosing three (3) poems (not studied in class) written by the poet
Analyzing each poem
Presenting and teaching the poems to the class in 25 minutes
Writing an essay about one or more of the three poems
Creating half a bulletin board to visually inform others about the poet and poetry
Compiling a Works Cited / Consulted page
Typing all written sections of the project
Biography of Poet - 25 Points - Thurs., 3/11
Two (2) paragraphs about poet's life, experiences, focus of writing, esteem in the eyes of others
Analysis of Poetry - 50 Points/Poem: 150 Points Total - Thurs., 3/11
Following a copy of the selected poem, in paragraph form, summarize the poem, including significant lines and their meanings. In separate paragraphs, focus on the poetic tactics (the literary techniques) used and their effect on the poem. Three (3) to four (4) paragraphs per poem are expected.
Presentation to Class - 100 Points - Mar. 16-22
In twenty five (25) minutes of class, present background information on your poet as well as the poems you have analyzed. Even if time does not allow all three poems to be covered, you are expected to conclude the presentation with your overall analysis of the poet, the style of writing, and the similarities or lack thereof within the poems. Grading criteria: knowledge of material, ability to speak clearly and lead discussion, full use of time.
Essay - 100 Points - Fri., 3/19
Choosing one or several of the analyzed poems, write a three (3) page essay that further investigates the meaning and the style of a single poem or compares/contrasts the meanings or styles of two poems. You may find that the writing style or subject material compares to a poet studied in class and from that compare the two poets. For some poets, critical essays are available online or in the media center; critical essays on all poets should be available at public or university libraries. A well-written paper containing this additional research will be acknowledged.
Half-Bulletin Board - 50 Points - 3/22, 3/29, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28
Using any creative and eye-catching means, decorate half of the bulletin board (47.25"w X 46.5"h) with information about your poet and his/her poetry. Work above and beyond the call of duty will be acknowledged.
Works Cited/Consulted - 25 Points - Fri., 3/11
Using proper MLA format, document all sources that provided useful information for this project, even if not cited.
JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ 1956 Nobel Laureate in Literature - MC, IC
for his lyrical poetry, which in Spanish language constitutes an example of high spirit and artistical purity.
Background: 1881-1958 Place of Birth: Spain Residence: Domicile in Puerto Rico, U.S.A. http://redfrog.norconnect.no/~poems/poets/juan_ramon_jimenez.html
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