Intermediate Novella Writing
In this 10 week class Learners will advance their novella writing skills and write their own Novella
Chrissie D
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(297)
What's included
10 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Learners will do some writing each week in class, but they will need to write some on their own each week following the guidance given by the teacher in class. In total they should write between 1,000 and 4,000 words each week between class and homework.Grading
Grades only upon request. (Teacher would prefer not to give grades as this is a creative class) Learners must submit chapters for feedback if parents want gradesClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
A Novella is a short novel usually made up of 10 chapters and between 10,000 and 40,000 words. In this class learners who have written at least one Novella will follow guides given by the teacher to plot out their own novella, receive different writing tips each week to help with their writing, and a prompt to guide their story for that week's chapter. Learners will spend the remaining class time working on that week's chapter on their own, and at the end of class will be given the opportunity to share their writing. They will most likely need to continue writing the chapter each week outside of class as well. Learners will need to be able to write in class preferably on their device while in screenshare, or a second device, paper and pencil and pen are acceptable as well. Learners are encouraged to send their chapters to the teacher for feedback as well.
Learning Goals
Learners will complete a Novella consisting of 10 chapters and being between 10,000 and 40,000 words
Syllabus
3 Units
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksUnit 1: Act 1
Lesson 1:
Chapter 1: Hook
Getting readers' attention and introducing Protagonist 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Chapter 2: Backstory
Setting up story to come 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Chapter 3: Trigger
Event that sends Protagonist off on journey 30 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: Act 2
Lesson 4:
Chapter 4: Crisis
Protagonist has crisis that makes them question continuing on 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Learners should have some Creative Writing Experience
Ideally have written at least one story of 10,000 to 40,000 words
OR have taken Beginner Novella Writing
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.8
297reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a former Home School student who has never stopped learning! I love history and telling stories verbally and through writing, and I want to share that passion with others. I believe the statement is true: “Those who don’t learn from History are doomed to repeat it.” We need to learn from the past to shape our own futures and the world in general. I believe the best way to learn about history is to learn about the people who lived through it and what they experienced and tell their stories. I love telling stories through writing and enjoy public speaking, so storytelling is a natural combination of the two.
I have 4 years of teaching experience in a variety of places from teaching/coaching drama and dance for homeschoolers in a group setting, to homeschooling two young children for a few months, to teaching English as Second Language (ESL) to college students, to teaching Arts and Crafts at a Summer Camp. I am currently a ESL teacher online with VIPKid. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Communication from Stevenson University.
I love to travel both in the US and internationally. I’ve spent time in almost every state on the East Coast and driven through the rest. I’ve visited seven different countries and lived in Asia for 17 months. Reviews
Live Group Course
$9
weekly or $90 for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-4 learners per class
