ENGL 245W - Introduction to Creative Writing

Institution:

Eastern University

Subject:

English

Description:

The course introduces students to creative work in three of the following genres: poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama. Through careful craft analyses of literary texts, students will learn to read as writers, and write using basic conventions of each genre. The study of theory, discussion of writing strategies and participation in in-class workshops help prepare students to produce a polished manuscript consisting of two revised pieces in the genres covered. Students focus on the concepts of image and sound, as well as an exploration of the creative process.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.eastern.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 341-5800

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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