INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING: A CROSS-GENRE WORKSHOP (CL2100)

In this course, students practice writing fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry while exploring the boundaries between genres. The workshop format includes guided peer critique of sketches, poems, and full-length works presented in class and discussion and analysis of literary models. In Fall, students concentrate on writing techniques. In Spring, the workshop is theme-driven. May be taken twice for credit.

Code:

CL2100

Name:

INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING: A CROSS-GENRE WORKSHOP

Discipline:

CL (Comparative Literature)

Type:

CCR

Level:

Undergraduate

Credits:

Can be taken twice for credit?:

Yes

Pre-requisites:

None

Co-requisites:

None

Equivalencies:

INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING: A CROSS-GENRE WORKSHOP (EN2100)

Learning Outcomes

To develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the art of poetry and creative prose writing through practice and analysis
To develop skills in editing and writing strategy
To explore the defining characteristics of poetry, fiction, and literary nonfiction and where the borders between them blur
Students will be able to engage in the writing practices and culture of their chosen major, adding to the skills acquired in the Research, Interpretation, and Writing classes to develop a personal, authentic disciplinary voice (CCR)

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Term	Code	Name
Fall 2024	CL2100	INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING: A CROSS-GENRE WORKSHOP
Spring 2025	CL2100	INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING: A CROSS-GENRE WORKSHOP

INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING: A CROSS-GENRE WORKSHOP (CL2100)

Learning Outcomes

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