ENGL 2910 - Creative Writing II

3 sem hrs cr

This course provides students with intense practice in the elements and techniques of creative writing (fiction and creative nonfiction) in a workshop setting. The course is writing-intensive and emphasizes both individual and group analysis. Prerequisite: ENGL 2900 , or permission of the appropriate academic dean

(This course does not substitute for the sophomore literature requirement.)

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UT

By the end of the course, students will be able to…

• analyze contemporary prose by identifying genre conventions and adapting to develop individual writing styles and forms.
• employ genre conventions and formal characteristics or experiment effectively in their own prose.
• individualize the creative writing process that includes procedures such as planning, organizing, composing, revising, and editing.
• lead constructive workshops that assist peers as they revise their work.
• develop supporting publication materials.

Course Objectives

• To gain exposure to a variety of prose styles, forms and characteristics from a variety of publications
• To practice creative writing as a recursive, revision-intensive process
• To effectively workshop creative pieces written by others and revise original work based on workshop feedback
• To familiarize themselves with the editorial and submission process outside the classroom