In this course aspiring writers will be introduced to perhaps the most elemental and often the most challenging element of story: plot. We will learn what keeps it moving, how it manipulates our feelings, expectations, and desires. We will examine the choices storytellers make to snag our imaginations, drag them into a fictional world, and keep them there. We will learn how to outline and structure a plot, discuss narrative arc, pacing and reversals and reveal the inevitable surprise: connecting the beginning, middle and end.
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Untertitel: Arabischer Raum, Französisch, Portugiesisch (europäisch), Serbisch, Italienisch, Vietnamesisch, Deutsch, Russisch, Englisch, Spanisch, Ungarisch, Polnisch
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Short Story WritingFiction WritingCreativityCopy Editing
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Beginnen Sie sofort und lernen Sie in Ihrem eigenen Tempo.
Kurs 1 von 5 in
Ca. 6 Stunden zum Abschließen
Englisch
Untertitel: Arabischer Raum, Französisch, Portugiesisch (europäisch), Serbisch, Italienisch, Vietnamesisch, Deutsch, Russisch, Englisch, Spanisch, Ungarisch, Polnisch
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Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand. With our distinctive scholar-teacher culture, creative programming, and commitment to interdisciplinary learning, Wesleyan challenges students to explore new ideas and change the world. Our graduates go on to lead and innovate in a wide variety of industries, including government, business, entertainment, and science.
Lehrplan - Was Sie in diesem Kurs lernen werden
2 Stunden zum Abschließen
Plotting a Course
In this module, we'll learn essentials about plot definitions and mechanics. What is plot? How does plot shape a narrative? What makes a strong plot? How is plot different from a story? We'll also discuss how plot works in actual books you're probably familiar with, such as the Harry Potter series, how character and action equals plot, and the five key questions you should ask yourself when creating a dynamic character.
2 Stunden zum Abschließen
4 Videos (Gesamt 26 min), 2 Lektüren, 1 Quiz
1 Stunde zum Abschließen
The Power of Structure
In this module we're going to learn what story structure is and how by understanding structure you can learn how to sequence the events in your plot to help maximize your own storytelling abilities.We'll talk about Freytag's pyramid, the five act structure, how that structure can be found in works of classic literature, and have a conversation about how structure and outlines can help organize the stories you want to tell.
1 Stunde zum Abschließen
3 Videos (Gesamt 22 min)
1 Stunde zum Abschließen
A Scene in Motion
Scenes are the building blocks of storytelling. But what is a scene? And how does a scene move plot forward? In this module we'll learn about the difference between telling and showing, the five key elements each scene should have, offer some examples of effective scenes, and have a conversation about how setting and description can make a scene come alive.
1 Stunde zum Abschließen
3 Videos (Gesamt 27 min)
2 Stunden zum Abschließen
Cut It Out
This modules deals with the specifics of editing and revising your work. This process of revision starts with the first draft (which will now become your second draft) and continues until the manuscript’s ready to send to an agent. Included here are a twenty-one point checklist on what to do once you have a completed first draft, and conversations about creating characters with strong motivations, and how to define language that gets rewritten vs language that gets cut.
2 Stunden zum Abschließen
4 Videos (Gesamt 32 min)
Bewertungen
Top-Bewertungen von CREATIVE WRITING: THE CRAFT OF PLOT
von VC6. Aug. 2020
I really enjoyed the course. I was hoping for some direct teacher contact with the assignments. Peer reviews are great, but it would be nice to get feedback for major assignments from the instructors.
von VL23. Okt. 2016
Love the clear direct explanations. Would have enjoyed more examples, more robust practice examples and a longer class overall, to l earn more plotting, but love the prof. Brandon knows how to teach!!
von LB15. Nov. 2018
Great information about plot and scene structure. The information about revision was entirely new to me - thank you! The exercises were good and difficult in a good way that helped me hone my writing.
von BM4. Nov. 2019
The course was informative on how to build, structure and develop the plot of our own stories. It was also very helpful in guiding us through the editing process. A useful course for aspiring writers.
Über den Spezialisierung Kreatives Schreiben
This Specialization covers elements of three major creative writing genres: short story, narrative essay, and memoir. You will master the techniques that good writers use to compose a bracing story, populated with memorable characters in an interesting setting, written in a fresh descriptive style. You will analyze and constructively evaluate peer writing. In the Capstone, you will draft, rewrite, and complete a substantial original story in the genre of your choosing.
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