Friday, December 11, 2015

Videos & Evaluation Criteria

I've chosen some POL videos that exemplify the criteria on which you will be scored.  Each description aligns with a score of "outstanding" (6 points) on the Poetry Out Loud Rubric.

Voice and Articulation:
Very clear, crisp, mastery of rhythm and pace, skillful use of volume and intonation.



Physical Presence:
Authoritative; body language and eye contact show compelling stage presence.




Dramatic Appropriateness:

Style of delivery reflects internalization of poem; all gestures and movements feel essential to poem’s success.



Evidence of Understanding:
Masterfully interprets poem for audience, deftly revealing poem’s meaning. (And yes, that IS Kerry Washington introducing the student!)



.... Do you have other favorite POL videos?  Post them in the comments section below!

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Suggested Poem: Bright Copper Kettles

Poetry Out Loud : Bright Copper Kettles

I love this poem: it's surreal and familiar at the same time.  In recent years, POL has made a serious effort to collect representative poets from all over the world.