Overview
The
course discusses where creative writing comes from, the various forms it has
taken, and why we teach and learn the arts of fiction, poetry and creative
nonfiction. It looks at creative writing in performance as public art, as
literature and as an act of community. Then, students practice writing about
books/films and short stories.
Intended learning outcomes
The
course aims to:
1- Help
students feel more confident while writing in English.
2- Introduce
students to challenges of creative writing.
3- Practice
writing short stories.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, classroom activities and assignments.
Methods of assessments
Classwork,
homework, first exam, second exam, and final exam.
