Teachers and artists talk about their experiences leading the spoken word poetry process with students. It’s an inspiring discussion that covers tips and techniques for “teaching” spoken word poetry, but also emphasizes the benefits of fostering creative expression in schools. Spoken Word Round Table Show Notes Episode features the voices of: Deanna Smith Jason Selman Liana Cusmano Resources LEARN blog posts about spoken word and slam poetry in schools, including links to resources The Kids will be Alright: Slam Poetry meets English Language Arts https://blogs.learnquebec.ca/2020/02/the-kids-will-be-alright-slam-poetry-meets-english-language-arts/ 2nd Annual Quebec Youth Slam https://blogs.learnquebec.ca/2022/05/2nd-annual-quebec-youth-slam/ Resources and Organizations that support Spoken Word in schools Poetry in Voice (lesson plans and poet in class) Artistsinspire Grant (covers cost of artist workshops) Throw Poetry Collective How to Bring Spoken Word Poetry into the Classroom Creating Spoken Word Poetry (Literacy Today) Theme Music - Hip Jazz Music: https://www.bensound.com License code: 1HSJE7DLQD4OK7KJ