Date of Graduation
Winter 12-4-2024
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
College/School
School of Education
Department/Program
Teaching English as a Second Language
First Advisor
Dr. David Donahue
Abstract
The debate over using poetry as an authentic text in the ESOL classroom has persisted for nearly a century. However, emerging research from an EFL context suggests that reconsidering poetry in the ESL classroom may be timely. This literature review examines the origins of the controversy by highlighting the intersections of linguistics and literary criticism and how they shaped current ESOL approaches to poetry. It then outlines the standard points and counterpoints of the ESOL controversy over poetry. Finally, it evaluates recent case studies and methodological reviews from EFL contexts that have reignited new interest and research into utilizing poetry in the classroom to enhance whole-language learning and suggest options for future research on reincorporating poetry into the ESL classroom.
Recommended Citation
Eagleson, Rebecca C., "REFRAMING AND RECLAIMING POETRY IN THE ESL CLASSROOM" (2024). Master's Theses. 1601.
https://repository.usfca.edu/thes/1601
