‘Mad, bad and dangerous to know’, ‘joyous ecstasy and brooding despair’, ‘the sighing wind, the chilly night, the bird in its flight’

Who were the Romantic poets and what do we know about their work? In this session we will explore the common threads and contradictions of Romanticism. Looking at a range of poets and their work, we will explore the key concepts and ideas which shape the movement and consider the implications for teaching this to pupils at secondary school. The session will focus on building subject knowledge about the Romantic poets and drawing on rich examples from writers such as William Wordsworth, Percy Bysshe Shelley and Charlotte Smith. In addition, we will explore a range of knowledge-thorough strategies for teaching Romantic poetry to pupils throughout secondary school. This will include a sample scheme of work, resources and extra practice materials to support your pupils

Course tutor

Summer Turner is Director of Curriculum and subject specialist leader for English at the Inspiration Trust and a renowned speaker and blogger on curriculum, assessment, CPD, and leadership. She has spent the last eight years teaching in state comprehensive schools in London where she has held positions as Head of English and Director of teaching and learning. In 2016 Summer’s book Secondary Curriculum and Assessment Design was published as part of Bloomsbury’s CPD Library.

Booking discounts

Staff at schools in Norfolk and north Suffolk can claim a 50% discount on course costs - simply use the ANGLIA promotional code when booking.

Inspiration Teaching School Alliance partners qualify for priority booking and a 70% discount on course costs; please contact your school for your promotional code.