Beginning Writer’s Workshop

Beginning Writer’s Workshop

Some of the best works of fiction and nonfiction were crafted in a writer’s workshop. This online course will help you write your own creative piece. Like a true writing workshop, you will learn literary techniques, peer review a classmate’s work, and receive constructive criticism on your work.

In addition, you will learn how to move your work from the prewriting stage to editing and final revision. You will also learn how to use literary devices, meaningful dialogue, and imagery in your different drafts. By the end of this online workshop, you will have a thoroughly developed creative writing piece. You might even be ready for publication!

Syllabus

• Lesson 1 – Preparing to Write
• Lesson 2 – Brainstorming
• Lesson 3 – Literary Devices
• Lesson 4 – Genres
• Lesson 5 – Peer Review/Workshop
• Lesson 6 – Story, Plot, and Narrative
• Lesson 7 – Characters and Dialogue
• Lesson 8 – Points of View and Tense
• Lesson 9 – Descriptive Writing
• Lesson 10 – Overcoming Writer’s Block
• Lesson 11 – Editing vs. Revision
• Lesson 12 – Getting Published

Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word is recommended (not included in enrollment).
• QuickTime.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

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