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Character X-Crafting Amazing Characters

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Ages 12-18
Self-Paced Course
Ten lessons to learn how to develop great characters for short stories, novels, comics, or scripts.
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4.9
Number of reviews:
(1,156 reviews)
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10 pre-recorded lessons
10 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content

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What's included

10 pre-recorded lessons
10 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assignments
1 hour per week. Every week, there is the option to send in the assignment for feedback from the teacher
Assessment
Every week, there is the option to send in the assignment for feedback from the teacher

Class Experience

Beginner - Advanced Level
Discover the secrets behind crafting unforgettable characters in this engaging and comprehensive class taught by a self-published, award-winning writer.

 Gain valuable insights and practical techniques as we delve into every aspect of character development. 

This class covers everything from meticulously crafting physical appearances to delving deep into backstories, habits, quirks, relationships, dreams, and goals.


Through interactive and fun exercises, such as exploring daily routines and conducting character interviews, you'll gain the tools to create compelling, relatable characters and learn how to infuse them with depth and authenticity. 

By the end, your characters, vital components of your stories, will be fully realized.

Learning Goals

create well-rounded characters
Learn how to use your character's backstory, goals, and dreams to shape a stor

Syllabus

10 Lessons
over 10 Weeks
Lesson 1:
From head to toe-A character's looks
 When creating a character, you can reveal their personality, hint at their past, and give clues about their lives through their physical appearance. 
17 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
What is a backstory?
 Learn what a backstory is and how it influences your character's life and their story arc. 
16 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Habits and personality quirks
 Everyone has habits and personality quirks that make them unique and different from others. Habits can be simple things like what they have for breakfast or what we often call "bad habits." Quirks can be jingling their keys in their pockets, fidgeting, or always using laughing emojis no matter the content of the message. 
Lesson 4:
Family and friends
 Who are your character's family and friends, and how will the people close to them shape their story? 
9 mins of video lessons

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Some of the lessons and booklets will touch upon sensitive subjects including trauma, accidents, and loss.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined March, 2016
4.9
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Teacher expertise and credentials
My teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in personal experience. Growing up with dysgraphia, I encountered teachers who left me feeling uncomfortable, insecure, and inadequate. Those experiences shaped my commitment to creating an environment where every student feels welcome, confident, and supported. My goal is to build students up, ensuring they leave my classes with both knowledge and self-assurance.

As a teacher, I bring a wide array of subjects to life in my classes, ranging from creative writing and Swedish (my native language) to world religions, the Holocaust, and novel studies with a focus on folklore. Each subject reflects my passions and areas of expertise, offering students a rich and dynamic learning experience.

With a master’s degree in education and a double major in social and political science and world religions, my professional background equips me to guide students through diverse and complex topics. Having taught across various age groups in Sweden and now the USA, I also incorporate the principles of student democracy, encouraging students to take an active role in shaping their own learning journey.


On a personal note, I’ve always had a vivid imagination—perhaps a result of my Nordic upbringing. As a child in Sweden, I was fascinated yet terrified by the stories of fairies that pervade our folklore. Now, as an immigrant in the USA, I weave that sense of wonder into my own creative works, which have earned me awards for poetry and short stories.

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