Class Details

ELIT 11
Introduction to Poetry

Course Description

The introductory poetry course is a critical and creative examination of the language and study of poetry through the lens of diverse perspectives, genres, and styles. Students will explore poetry ranging from classical to contemporary through global, historical, theoretical, and cultural vantage points. Through close examination of poetic devices, forms, and movements, the course invites students to engage in critical reading and writing skills focused on how poems produce meaning and why. The foundation of this course is the belief that poetry is one of the irreplaceable arts whose power and pleasure are open to all engaged students with an inclination to understand and savor them.

Class Details

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
ELIT 11.01Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units

4 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.