WR 241 - Introduction to Imaginative Writing: Fiction |
Prerequisite: A passing grade (C- or better) in WR 121, or a passing score on the English Department's waiver exam, or waived based on instructor's evaluation of student writing. Writing 241 is an introduction to the principles and practice of writing, editing, and publishing short fiction. Elements covered include character, conflict, plot, point of view, setting, theme, dialog, and tone. Stories by well-known authors are read and discussed as models. Students generally write two to three stories in addition to completing other exercises, peer responses, and a journal. Workshop discussions are used along with instructor feedback to guide revision and editing of student work.
4.000 Credit hours 40.000 TO 48.000 Lecture hours Syllabus Available Levels: Credit Schedule Types: Lecture Arts & Humanities Division Writing/Literature Department Course Attributes: Tuition, Arts and Letters |