This document contains a separate memorandum and course outline for both students and teachers on the reading and writing of poetry. The memorandum for students includes a list of goals and objectives, a description of the course, required work, optional and additional processes, and a description of grading and testing procedures. The course outline for teachers is divided into nine one-week sections, each prefaced with a thematic title, theses, background text, and suggested reading and homestudy. The memorandum for teachers discusses implementation of the course. Notes to the teacher include suggestions, sensory awareness exercises, and three sample examinations appropriate to the course objectives and goals. (LL)