Poetry courses can help you learn the elements of poetic form, meter, imagery, and sound devices, as well as techniques for crafting compelling narratives and emotional resonance. You can build skills in analyzing texts, experimenting with different styles, and revising your work for clarity and impact. Many courses introduce tools like rhyme schemes, metaphorical language, and digital platforms for sharing your poetry, helping you connect with audiences and refine your voice.

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Innovation, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Ancient History, Research, Liberal Arts, Cultural Responsiveness, Research Methodologies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Literacy, Storytelling, Language Competency, Creativity, Persuasive Communication, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Persistence, Professionalism
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Editing, Detail Oriented
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Creative Cloud, Web Content, Digital Publishing, Content Creation, Multimedia, Information Architecture, Layout Design, User Experience Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Peer Review, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Media Production, Post-Production, Timelines
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Learning Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Writing and Editing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Journals, Writing, English Language
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Journals
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks