Writing the Worlds You Imagine - Camp
Young writers use their breaks from school to develop a creative writing passion project
Ms. Purugganan
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(174)
What's included
6 live meetings
6 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Writers are encouraged to work on their projects outside of class as they feel inspired. However, checking in and expanding on their work every day for at least 10 minutes is a good habit to get into. Writers must bring their ideas and something to share to each class meeting (1-2 pages for each class session is recommended). Writers may also set aside time to go through the modules between classes. They are also welcome to use the co-working space to do them.Assessment
Learners assess their own progress by setting their own writing goals for their projects and naming what it is they accomplished from week to week.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
This class is part of the "Writing the Worlds You Imagine" community of creative writing workshops, which you can read more about in my teacher profile. The Intensive Camp is a condensed version of Writing the Worlds You Imagine II, meant for those who might not be able to commit to weekly classes during the school year and/or would like to spend their breaks from school working on their creative writing passion project. This is a space for young writers to delve deeper into their creative writing projects, whether they are working on a novel, series, screenplay, TV show, card or video game, comic book, etc. The exploration of form is encouraged! Here young writers learn how to: - Manage their creative writing projects and get their ideas out - Explore their idea for a novel, a poetry collection, a film, a video game, etc. more deeply - Give specific, direct, and supportive feedback - Work collaboratively with others (as writing can often be an isolating activity) - Effectively use new techniques and strategies for bringing their writing visions onto the page - Explore their own creative process - Present their work with confidence Topics* covered over the break are (*these can also shift per the needs/curiosities of the writers themselves): The Five Elements of Literature: plot, character, conflict, setting, and theme Revising, Editing, and Publishing We will meet six times over the course of the break. We will repeat the cycle of three meetings as they are written below: Meeting 1 - Discuss one of the writing topics listed above Meeting 2 - Guided co-writing hour, where the writers will meet to respond to writing prompts or simply continue on with getting their ideas out onto the page, with support from Ms. Purugganan and the other writers Meeting 3 - Give and receive feedback, where writers will get to share their work while reading others', collaborating over supportive feedback (writers are never required to share)
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to work with:
- The Five Elements of Literature (plot, character, conflict, setting, and theme)
- Revising, Editing, and Publishing (these are broad brushstroke lessons, as each of these topics is worth a separate course)
They will walk away with their own writing techniques and strategies for solving writing problems. Many writers leave the class feeling more confident in their writing skills, sharing their work, and giving feedback to other writers. The ultimate goal is to learn to enjoy the process of creating, because, as writers, this is a lifelong endeavor!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
While I do not censor the writers' topics, some violence, reference to weapons, war, or other sensitive content may come up, I ask that if this is the case, that writers submit their writing at least 24 hour beforehand to me and I can assess whether it is something they can share. If the writing is appropriate, I will ask the writer to provide a trigger warning so that others in the group may opt out of reading/listening.
Supply List
Access to the Google Suite, specifically Google Docs is highly recommended, though not necessary. Additionally I will provide slides during class with prompts and use these as handouts for learners to keep.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
I refer to Masterclass.com and the NaNoWriMo Youth Program quite frequently during lessons. Links to these resources will be provided in the classroom.
Joined October, 2019
4.9
174reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
While I am not a licensed therapist, I am trained in trauma-informed social emotional learning and mindfulness. I use this training to mitigate harm, provide an inclusive, social justice aware, and supportive environment, and hold space for sensitive topics that may arise.Reviews
Live Group Class
$125
for 6 classes3x per week, 2 weeks
60 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
1-6 learners per class
