Creative Non-Fiction (ENGL 2280)
Course Goals
- Students will be knowledgeable about the genre conventions of various forms of creative nonfiction.
- Students will be familiar with a variety of writing strategies specific to the genres of creative nonfiction.
- Students will understand how to write creative nonfiction with greater attention to style and revision.
- Students will understand how to read and provide feedback on the writing of their peers, and know how to provide constructive feedback.
- Students will understand how to use feedback from instructor and peers in order to revise their own work.
- Through reading, writing, and discussion activities students will participate in critical thinking and raise awareness of the ethical issues of the genre and society.
- Students will practice creative thinking and engage in the creative process.
- Students will engage in reflective thinking.
- Students will routinely interact with others in constructive ways through discussion and peer response.