11-06-2018, 11:47 AM
Yes, except for the "main" part. English (or just own-language instruction) is hopelessly compromised today by ideology;
if the above is true, then why not teach poetry as a main and not as a subset. if we did wouldn't it enhance [english/language of country], would it it cut away some of the confusion. we have eng lit and english language. both are usually taught as non generic english, poetry is a craft, like woodwork or art. why can't we use the english class to aid the poetry class; it's what we do with math and science; two separate subjects that rely on each other to shine.
if the above is true, then why not teach poetry as a main and not as a subset. if we did wouldn't it enhance [english/language of country], would it it cut away some of the confusion. we have eng lit and english language. both are usually taught as non generic english, poetry is a craft, like woodwork or art. why can't we use the english class to aid the poetry class; it's what we do with math and science; two separate subjects that rely on each other to shine.