EN 247 - Creative Writing I

• IRW 98   or above (C or above) OR
• SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing of 450 and above OR
• ACT English and Reading Combined Score of 31 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR 
• Accuplacer Writing of 5 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
• Accuplacer Writing of 6 or above (valid October 2018 forward)

1. Analyze elements of craft in poetry and prose from the past and present in order to understand creative self-expression from different points of view.
2. Utilize the language of craft associated with poetry and prose in the discussion of published and original works.
3. Analyze how diverse social and cultural perspectives shape a writer’s work. (GELO 4)
4. Practice idea generation, close observation strategies, and a writer’s awareness.
5. Write and develop original manuscripts of poetry and prose. (GELO 2)
6. Apply revision strategies based on external feedback.

1. A Writer’s Role
   1. Self-expression
   2. Social, Cultural, and Historical Context
   3. Audience awareness
2. Prose
   1. Read and analyze a diverse body of published works to discuss elements of craft and practice the elements in original writing:
      1. Plot
      2. Point of view
      3. Setting
      4. Character development
      5. Description
      6. Theme
3. Poetry
   1. Read and analyze a diverse body of published works to discuss elements of craft and practice the elements in original writing:
      1. Imagery
      2. Line and rhythm
      3. Figurative language
      4. Sound
      5. Compression
      6. Form
4. Revision
   1. Experiment with and evaluate:
      1. Context
      2. Purpose
      3. Organization
      4. Elements of Craft

Group discussion and guided analysis:  25-45%

Group workshop and feedback from professor:  35-70%
Mandatory Course Components:
None
Equivalent Courses:
None