WRT 206 - Short Story Writing

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 0 lab periods
Short fiction writing. Includes fiction writing techniques, critical responses to fiction, and original writing.

Prerequisite(s): WRT 102
Information: May be taken three times for a maximum of nine credit hours. If this course is repeated see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - FA; Meets - CTE - A&H.

Course Learning Outcomes

Describe the purpose, function, and effects of fiction writing techniques.
Respond critically to fiction.
Apply fiction writing techniques to original writing.
Demonstrate digital literacy through reading texts online, creating web/blog posts, or analyzing material in an online literary magazine/journal.

Outline:

Fiction Writing Techniques
1. Character development
2. Dialogue
3. Plot and structure
4. Point of view
Critical Responses to Fiction
1. Applying fictional terms to analysis
2. Critiquing others’ writing
3. Analyzing style
4. Describing the total effect of a fictional work
Original Writing
1. Following a writing process
2. Revising
3. Completing writing exercises totaling 6000 words or more
4. Composing a short story of at least 2000 words

Effective Term:
Fall 2012