ENGL 1760 - Introduction to Creative Nonfiction Writing

3 Credits

In this writing course, students craft creative nonfiction by analyzing its elements through critical reading of creative nonfiction. Students will hone analysis techniques through discussion and critique of published creative nonfiction and students’ own original work in class workshops. Students will demonstrate understanding of creative nonfiction writing techniques through analyzing classic and contemporary examples of creative nonfiction and original creative nonfiction created by students in the class. Students will explore the writing process through creation and revision of their own short creative nonfiction works. Students will respond critically to creative nonfictional works in texts and work produced by peers through reading, discussion, group work, workshops, and writing. Students will explore current creative nonfiction writing trends and publication possibilities. 3C/3/0/0

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1711 with a grade of “C” or better.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s): Goal 6