ENGL 2250R - Creative Writing

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

English

Description:

For all students with an interest in developing expressive skills through the writing of poetry, short stories, or dramatic presentations on stage and in film; required for English majors pursuing an English Education emphasis. Increases students' understanding of literature, other people, and their own ideas and feelings. Successful students will master material which includes figurative language, alliteration, assonance, rhythm in poetry and prose, dialogue, plot, setting, theme, and the critical vocabulary of the genres mentioned above. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain and demonstrate an understanding of the basic tenets of poetry, creative nonfiction, drama, and fiction. 2. Analyze professional and student writing, recognizing areas where writers successfully exhibit enhanced technique as well as where writers need improvement. 3. Collaborate with classmates in a conventional creative writing workshop model. 4. Compose creative works that include investigative and/or observational research, focused relevant details, and a creative voice. 5. Compose and submit query letters and manuscripts for publication. FA, SP

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/20/2012 - 08/14/2022 

Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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