Creative Writing 050 is for writers with little or no experience in creative writing who wish to develop their skills in writing poetry, fiction, and drama. Students will be introduced to the fundamental elements of writing in the three genres, and will be guided through the creative writing process in a workshop-style approach to learning.
Hours: 120 (Lecture Hours: 60; Seminars and Tutorials: 60)
Total Weeks: 20
Prerequisites:
“C” or higher in ENGL040 or ENGL11 or equivalent or Provincial Level Placement on the CCP English Assessment
Non-Course Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisite Statement:
None
Course Content:
Introduction to Creative Writing
- Finding ideas for creative writing, including experiences, beliefs, reactions, and perceptions
- Using language effectively and with specific purpose
- Improving writing through revision
- Using the work of other writers for consideration and inspiration
Writing Poetry
- The process of writing a poem
- The structure and content of a poem, including imagery, lines/stanzas, sound devices, rhyme, voice, and point of view
- Workshopping a poem
Writing Fiction
- The process of writing a short story
- The structure and content of a short story, including the introduction, the problem, plot, character, setting, dialogue, point of
view, and voice
- Workshopping a short story
Writing Plays
- The process of writing a ten-minute play
- The structure and content of a play, including story development on stage, dialogue for actors, and stage direction
- Workshopping a play
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Read and analyze both published and student writing;
- Apply the principles of creative writing when writing original poems, short stories and plays;
- Examine and evaluate student writing in a concise and constructive manner;
- Consider and respond to the comments about their writing;
- Apply revision and editing skills when improving writing;
- Incorporate a broad range of styles and techniques to make their creative writing realistic and engaging;
- Participate actively in the workshop-style approach to creative writing.
Grading System: Letters
Passing Grade: D (50%)
Percentage of Individual Work: 100
Textbooks:
Textbooks are subject to change. Please contact the bookstore at your local campus for current book lists.