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ENGL 258

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Fiction Writing

School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (School) Undergraduate

Academic Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Fiction Writing

Description

Students will study elements of fiction in greater depth, read and analyze the techniques of established authors, and practice incorporating these elements and strategies in creating their own original fictional works. Emphasis will be placed on narrative structure, plot, point of view, characterization, setting, dialogue, use of figurative language, and theme. This workshop-style course will include writing exercises, written and verbal analysis, self-assessments, peer and instructor feedback, and revision and editing, as well as an examination of paths to publication and appropriate submission preparation. Prereq. - ENGL151 or ENGL253. CORE: AH

3

Repeatable for Additional Credit

No

Prerequisites and Corerequisites

Prerequisite: ENGL151 or ENGL253

General Education Foundational Course Categories: Intellectual & Practical Skills

Arts & Humanities (AH)

This course is an approved AA/AS elective

Yes

This course is an approved AAS elective

Yes

Honors Section Available

No