TED-Ed: Become a slam poet in five steps - Gayle Danley

Miss Gayle introduces five steps to crafting slam poetry, guiding students through writing, reading, editing, and enhancing their work. Tyler, a student, experiences a personal transformation as he follows these steps, culminating in a powerful and emotional poem. The process emphasizes exploration, clarity, and emotional depth, leading to a completed work that resonates with both the writer and the audience.

What is the first step in Miss Gayle's slam poetry process?

• Cut the fat

• Add flavor

• Write it all down

• Read out loud

What does Tyler do after writing his initial thoughts?

• He adds more details

• He tears them up

• He shares them with a friend

• He reads them out loud

What is the purpose of 'cutting the fat' in poetry writing?

• To make the poem longer

• To remove unnecessary words

• To add more emotion

• To change the poem's theme

How does Tyler enhance his poem in the final steps?

• By making it rhyme

• By changing the topic

• By adding flavor and emotion

• By adding more words

What transformation does Tyler experience by the end of the process?

• He decides to stop writing

• He changes his poem's theme

• He feels a sense of freedom

• He becomes more reserved