* Creative Writing: Exploring Imagination and Craft
In this 15 week course, students will learn the basic elements of strong creative writing, as well as have the opportunity for collaboration and peer review.
Brandy Dahlen and BE Education
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4.9
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What's included
15 live meetings
11 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
includedAssessment
includedGrading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
This course is designed to introduce students to the art of creative writing, focusing on developing their skills in various genres, including fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Through a combination of lectures, writing exercises, workshops, and peer reviews, students will learn to harness their imagination, develop their unique voices, and refine their writing craft. By the end of the course, students will have a portfolio of their work and a deeper understanding of the creative writing process. Course Objectives: Develop an understanding of different genres of creative writing. Enhance skills in narrative structure, character development, and descriptive writing. Foster creativity and originality in writing. Cultivate the ability to give and receive constructive feedback. Create a portfolio of polished creative writing pieces. This course emphasizes active participation, peer collaboration, and the iterative process of writing and revising. Students will have opportunities to explore various genres and styles, receive feedback, and refine their craft throughout the course.
Learning Goals
Develop an understanding of different genres of creative writing.Enhance skills in narrative structure, character development, and descriptive writing.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Creative Writing
Course overview and objectives 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Finding Your Voice
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Techniques for generating creative ideas
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Introduction to narrative structure (beginning, middle, end)
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The Creative Writing Coursebook: 40 Authors Share Advice and Exercises for Fiction and Poetry. Macmillan. Bell, Julia, 2019.
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Missouri Teaching Certificate
5 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Computer Science from Maryville University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Toronto
Master's Degree in History from University of Cambridge
Master's Degree from Eastern Michigan University
Master's Degree in Religious Studies from Yale University
Master's Degree in History from Northwestern University
5 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Rutgers University
Bachelor's Degree in History from Birmingham-Southern College
Bachelor's Degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor's Degree from Middle East Technical University
Bachelor's Degree in History from Millersville University
Hi! I’m Karimah. I am an AP authorized teacher. I’m also a mom of four, global citizen, ardent traveler, and communications specialist of 25 years. I’m originally from Alabama but call Raleigh, NC home for now. I’ve spent 15 years traveling and working abroad, primarily in journalism, communications, and marketing. Among the many roles I’ve assumed, I’ve worked as a teacher, AP teacher, university instructor, coach, trainer, consultant, curriculum developer, and evaluator.
It goes without saying that my professional passion is helping others effectively communicate – whether through a speech, essay, presentation, or ad. My methodology springs from a singular truth; great communication is about understanding the motivations of the receiver and what you want the end result to be. Once you’re able to understand that, everything else will fall into place!
I’ve had immense fun seeing my students bloom into effective communicators. When it “clicks”, there’s an excitement in their eyes, which I look forward to seeing in each of my students’ eyes here!Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $300 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
2-6 learners per class
