Creative Writing and Teaching Diploma

Creative Writing, Teaching, Novel Writing, Fiction and Non-fiction, Personal Development

Created by: Root & Rhythm Baker
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Created by: Chris Sivewright
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What Will I Learn?

• Module 1: Creative Nonfiction 1. Introduction 2. Creative Nonfiction Classification 3. Guidelines for Creative Nonfiction 4. The place of Ethics
• Module 2: Location 1. Writing About Place 2. Setting the tone 3. Non-Fiction Narrative 4. The Lyrical Essay
• Module 3: Creative Fiction 1. Introduction 2. Creative Writing Techniques 3. Poetic Devices 4. Short Stories 5. How to Structure a Novel
• Module 4: Writing For Performance 1. Introduction 2. How does Performance tell a Story? 3. Understanding Dialogue 4. Understanding Pace 5. Setting the Scene
• Module 5: Teaching Creative Writing 1. A Brief History 2. Poetry 3. Writing Workshop 4. Structure of Lessons 5. Close Reading Methodology

Requirements

• No programming needed. You will learn everything you need to know.

Target audience

• A course on creative writing and teaching is designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to teach creative writing effectively. Intended learners for such a course may include: Aspiring Creative Writing Teachers: Individuals who aspire to become creative writing instructors at schools, colleges, or writing workshops and are looking to develop the pedagogical skills necessary for teaching writing. Current Educators: Classroom teachers, including English teachers, who want to enhance their teaching skills and incorporate creative writing into their existing curriculum. Writing Workshop Facilitators: Individuals who lead writing workshops in various settings, such as community centers, libraries, or online platforms, and want to improve their teaching methods. Writing Center Tutors: Tutors or mentors who work in writing centers at educational institutions and want to better support students in their creative writing endeavors. Homeschooling Parents: Parents who homeschool their children and want to provide comprehensive and engaging instruction in creative writing. Librarians: Librarians who organize writing programs and activities for library patrons and want to offer effective creative writing instruction. Writers and Authors: Writers who wish to share their expertise by teaching creative writing or mentoring emerging writers. Literary Agents and Editors: Professionals in the publishing industry who want to understand the writing process better and provide valuable guidance to their clients. Literature and English Majors: Undergraduate and graduate students majoring in literature or English who want to gain practical teaching experience in creative writing. Writing Enthusiasts: Individuals passionate about writing who want to deepen their understanding of the craft and explore the teaching aspect of creative writing. Career Changers: People looking to transition into a career in education or writing instruction and want to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge. Professional Development Seekers: Professionals in various fields who want to enhance their communication skills and creativity through creative writing. Language Teachers: Teachers of languages other than English who wish to incorporate creative writing into their language instruction to promote language fluency and creativity. The course on creative writing and teaching typically covers a range of topics, including lesson planning, writing exercises, critique and feedback techniques, curriculum development, and the theory of teaching creative writing. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of both the creative writing process and effective teaching strategies to engage learners of all ages and backgrounds.