What's included
8 live meetings
8 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. includedAssessment
There will be in informal assessment periodically during the class duration.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
The 8 Week Creative Writing Challenge for Teens is a fun and interactive program designed to boost self-confidence and foster creativity. Through group activities and prompts, teens can enhance their writing skills in an engaging and supportive environment, while having fun and connecting with others who share the same passion. Learners will be able explore and use various writing styles and techniques, including fun and creative approaches such as lyric writing and poetry, as well as writing prose creatively. In each class, learners will have the opportunity to share anything they are working on themselves (not required), as well as exercises that were given for homework. Meeting 1: Introduction and Group Exercises Meeting 2: Titles and Storylines Meeting 3: Writing Prompt Exercise (to be worked on either by themselves or in groups) Individuals/Groups can show what they wrote if they would like to. Meeting 4: Writing Prompt Exercise (to be worked on either by themselves or in groups) Individuals/Groups can show what they wrote if they would like to. Meeting 5: Writing Prompt Exercise (to be worked on either by themselves or in groups) Individuals/Groups can show what they wrote if they would like to. Meeting 6: Writing Prompt Exercise (to be worked on either by themselves or in groups) Individuals/Groups can show what they wrote if they would like to. Meeting 7: Writing Prompt Exercise (to be worked on either by themselves or in groups) Individuals/Groups can show what they wrote if they would like to. Meeting 8: Writing Prompt Exercise (to be worked on either by themselves or in groups) Individuals/Groups can show what they wrote if they would like to.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Purchase College
I have been teaching classes for the last 25 years. I have a BA degree in Studio Composition from Purchase College. Even with working in the entertainment industry, I have always left room in my schedule to offer classes. I have always enjoyed teaching and passing along whatever tips and strategies I've learned or come across.
Professionally I am a grammy balloted recording artist and producer; I've charted in the Top 100 in 6 different countries on several projects that I've worked on and produced; One album I worked on debuted at #2 on the NAR Radio Charts and stayed in Top 10 for 3 months; I've performed and produced at Carnegie Hall; worked with top producers at the Jim Henson Studios in California; and have had many sync licenses that have aired on networks such as The History Channel; The Learning Channel; Fitness Channel; WE Network.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$25
weekly1x per week, 8 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
6-10 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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