PROCESS OF TEACHING ENGLISH

The Process of Teaching Poetry Lesson

Teaching poetry should follow a systematic and enjoyable process. The focus should be on creating interest, helping learners enjoy rhythm and sound, and ensuring meaningful understanding without destroying the aesthetic charm of the poem.

Step I: Creating Proper Atmosphere (Pre-Reciting Session)

The teacher creates a suitable atmosphere for the poem by using teaching aids such as pictures, real objects, or brief situations. He introduces the poem in simple English to arouse curiosity and interest.

Step II: Model Recitation by the Teacher

The teacher gives a model recitation of the poem using proper pronunciation, rhythm, stress, and intonation. He may use stimulus variation such as voice modulation, facial expression, and gestures. If available, an audio or tape script may also be used.

Step III: Explaining Difficult Words

To remove barriers to enjoyment, the teacher explains only difficult words or expressions. Students are encouraged to participate actively so that understanding becomes natural and interesting.

Step IV: Second Model Recitation

After clarifying difficult words, the teacher recites the poem once again. This helps students enjoy the poem better with improved understanding and confidence.

Step V: Student Recitation

Selected students are asked to recite the poem as modeled by the teacher. The teacher gently corrects errors in pronunciation, stress, and rhythm without discouraging learners.

Step VI: Clarification of Difficult Ideas

The teacher focuses on students’ difficulties in understanding the thoughts, feelings, or imagery of the poem and provides necessary clarification in simple language.

Step VII: Comprehension Questions

The teacher asks a few simple comprehension questions to check whether the students have understood the poem and its central idea.

Step VIII: Home Assignment

The teacher gives suitable homework such as memorising the poem, writing a short summary, or encouraging creativity by asking students to write a simple poem on a given topic.

Exam Note:
The process of teaching poetry should be learner-centred, enjoyable, and systematic. Emphasis must be on appreciation, rhythm, and understanding rather than on mechanical explanation or moral preaching.