Poems may evoke curiosity among the learners of digital age, if a learner-centered approach is adopted. The study of language through literature could be an opportunity to understand and attract the multicultural learners. In the present scenario, English Language Teaching has assumed many dimensions. The method of teaching may vary from person to person, but the most common way adopted by many teachers in the teaching of the English language is through the communicative approach. Though poems have denotations and connotations, poems have a strong oral element and musical quality, which together with its emotional and imaginative impact, constitute the basis of human communication. Presenting poetry using various techniques will make the process of learning English enjoyable and unforgettable. The learners at all levels can use the medium of poetry to express themselves in the target language without any difficulty. This paper, however, aims to explain a few of the roles played by poetry in improving English language learning such as the ability to interpret, understanding culture, knowing the linguistic aspects, acquiring vocabulary, and fostering creativity . Key Words: learner-centered approach, communicative approach, denotations and connotations