Creative Writing
C2329267
Tutor: Mike Wilson & Nikki England
Venue: ACNA Hungerhill Road, Nottingham, NG2 4NB
Date: Wednesday 18th January 2012
Duration: 5 Meetings (fortnightly)
Time: 2 hours, 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Fee: £33.50 (£30.15Concessions) Fee waived for those on income related benefits or low income.
COURSE OUTLINE
Course Aims
To introduce learners to a variety of approaches to writing effectively in a range of styles and genres.
To practise writing
To encourage critical analysis and self-analysis
Topics to be covered
- Reminiscence
- Autobiography
- Fiction
- Non-fiction
- Poetry
- Exercises in writing styles
- Hooks and rhythms
- Metaphors
- Vocabulary extension
Learning Outcomes
As a result of attending this course learners will be able to:
- write effectively in a range of styles
- read others’ work critically and analytically
- use positive criticism to comment on others’ work
Teaching /Learning Methods
- Tutor input
- Learner input
- Writing practice
- Exercises in specific writing styles
- Read through Discussion and comment
- Writing tasks set as ‘homework’, as negotiated and agreed with individual learners
- One to one tutorials as required
Assesment Methods
Written work produced
Comments concerning own work
Comments concerning others’ work
Previous Learning required
A working knowledge of basic typing and word processing (and editing) skills may be useful
Essential books, materials or equipment
None
There may be some background reading tasks set as ‘homework’, at times, as agreed with learners
Progression
The tutor can provide you with information about what you can do next with the WEA and other local providers. A Giving Information and Advice County Leaflet is available with useful local information. What Next? leaflets are available from your tutor or Course Organiser to help you with your choices. If you would like to discuss what options are available or how to obtain guidance, please contact your Course Organiser.
Financial Help
If you need help with paying for registration fees or childcare, you may be entitled to financial support. Ask your tutor for more information. We will treat all requests confidentially and with respect in accordance with our Learner Support Policy. (See Services for Learners leaflet.)
Help with Learning
If you have a disability or learning difficulty, let us know as early as possible so that we can make arrangements to provide you with support. We will treat requests for help confidentially and with respect. Ask your tutor for more information. If you prefer, contact your Regional Office and ask to speak to someone about learning support. (See Services for Learners leaflet.)
Help with English Maths or Study Skills
You are also entitled to extra help and support with English, Maths or Study Skills. Ask you tutor for more information. If you prefer, contact your Regional Office and ask to speak to someone about help with English, Maths or Study Skills.
Sound interesting?
Please contact Caroline on 0115 985 8203 or email ckeep@wea.org.uk
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