The course Teaching English through Poetry and Drama has two main aims: to encourage an appreciation of literature in English - poetry and drama - of different types and from different cultures; and to develop the key skills required to read, analyze and communicate effectively in English, orally and in written form. By studying a range of texts, students learn more about writers' choices of structure and language, and develop their ability to form independent opinions about what they read. Students also improve their understanding of the English language and how it is used. The course also helps in improving students’ language skills and enhancing their awareness for the language and its use.

The course aims : - to promote a love and appreciation of Literature and of reading in English ; - to teach lifelong skills including the ability to write clearly and persuasively; skills in developing arguments; skills in researching and managing information; the ability to analyze complex texts in different forms and styles; - to introduce students to the principles and basic knowledge of poetry and drama and improve their knowledge in these fields; - to engage candidates in exploring different cultural and historical backgrounds as evidenced in texts; -to improve students’knowledge of English language skills by analyzing words, phrases and idioms read in the poems and drama taught by reflecting on the interface of language and literature