ENG 245 - Introduction to Fiction Writing

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DigiPen Institute of Technology

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Prerequisite(s): ENG 110 This course provides an introduction to the study and practice of fiction writing. Students will learn how to analyze characterization, plot, point of view, and other elements of fiction by reading a variety of stimulating works of short fiction. In examining the elements of fiction, students will gain the insights and skills they need to write compelling fiction of their own. Students will complete weekly writing assignments, as well as two full-length short stories. In addition, students will learn how to give and how to receive constructive criticism regarding their creative work. Although the focus will be on the form of the short story, we will also discuss how narrative is employed in graphic storytelling and video games. By the end of the course, students will gain confidence in their ability to analyze, to discuss, and to write short stories. They will acquire a deeper understanding of the creative process, particularly as it applies to writing.

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3.00

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www.digipen.edu

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(425) 558-0299

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Semester

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