WRT201 — Introduction to Creative Writing
3 , 3 lecture periods 0 lab periods Creative writing and analysis. Includes creative writing techniques for fiction, non-fiction, and poetry; critical responses to creative writing; and original writing. Describe the purpose, function, and effects of creative writing techniques. Write critical responses to creative writing. Apply creative writing techniques to original writing. Assess growth as a creative writer in reflective writing. Outline: Define Fundamental creative writing elements by genre. Poetic form Fiction form Non-fiction forms Describe the purpose, function, and effects of creative writing techniques Structure and Style Character development Point of view Devices of Sound Write Critical Response to creative writing Contemplative Peer Reviews Written analysis of existing text Original Writing Following a writing process Revising Writing of at least one original story, one original essay, and one original poem Assessing growth as a creative writer in reflective writing
Prerequisites: WRT101, WRT102