Poetry Without Borders

As authors and readers we draw from a wide range of experiences to interpret or give meaning to words (Brooks & Browne, 2012). The literary form of poetry is one that can travel across lines and borders, with choice or expression offering insight into cultures and societies other than our own. From poems shared by wandering troubadours to those created to honour the Greek Gods, this workshop will draw from global styles to support attendees in the creation of both collective and individual pieces. The purpose of the session is to both inspire as well as instruct, easily translatable into the classroom or personal practice. Forging links between literacy and other subjects it will concentrate on how the skills used to understand, create and perform poetry can underpin wider learning and help the author establish their own voice.