Online Class: Creative Writing for Beginners
no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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15Lessons
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32Exams &
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6,053Students
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14Hours
average time -
1.4CEUs
Course Description
Unleash Your Inner Wordsmith: A Journey into the Heart of Creative Writing
In a world punctuated by visual and auditory marvels, the eloquence of words remains timeless. Just as an artist delicately strokes the canvas and a sculptor molds life into clay, a writer weaves dreams and realities on the blank slate of paper. And in this digital age, the dance of fingers over a keyboard becomes a symphony of creativity. Our comprehensive course is a sanctuary for both budding and seasoned writers, serving as the compass to navigate the boundless seas of creative writing.
Why This Course Resonates:
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Diverse Palette: Dive deep into the myriad realms of fiction, poetry, screenplays, and immersive nonfiction.
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Foundations & Flourishes: Whether you're penning your first word or your thousandth page, master the basics and nuances that make your writing resonate.
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A World of Forms: Understand the quintessence of diverse writing styles, from captivating memoirs and revealing biographies to incisive articles for newspapers and dynamic blogs.
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Break the Shackles: Battle and conquer the daunting demon of writer's block, ensuring your creativity flows unhindered.
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From Creation to Celebration: Not only nurture your creation but also learn the art of showcasing it to the world, understanding the avenues to get your masterpiece recognized and published.
Course Highlights:
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15 Engaging Lessons: Each lesson, a stepping stone, builds upon the last, ensuring a holistic grasp of creative writing.
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Hands-On Exercises: Post-lesson exercises designed to solidify your understanding and hone your skills.
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Innovative Assignments: Fuel your creativity with tailored writing assignments that ignite inspiration and set your imagination aflame.
This course isn't just an introduction; it's an odyssey into the enchanting universe of creative writing. It celebrates the spirit of expression, empowering even the greenest novices to seamlessly translate their thoughts into words. So, whether you're scribbling in hidden notebooks or longing to ink your thoughts for the first time, this course promises to be the wind beneath your literary wings.
Join us, and be astounded by the symphony of words you can orchestrate. Embark on this journey, and etch your own legacy in the annals of creative writing!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Course Lessons
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the creative writing process.
- Define elements of short story and fiction writing.
- Demonstrate dialogue.
- Demonstrate point of view.
- Demonstrate writing nonfiction.
- Demonstrate writing poetry.
- Demonstrate writing articles, blogs, and journalistic pieces.
- Demonstrate writing dramas, scripts, and screenplays.
- Describe the importance of editing.
- Describe techniques overcoming writer's block.
- Recognize new ways to unlock your creativity.
- Describe ways to publish your writing.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information
- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media
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Student Testimonials
- "I have a B.A. in Creative Writing and let me tell you, this course was both incredibly helpful and very fun. I have honestly learned more from this course than most of my college classes. The assignments were engaging and immensely helpful. I went in thinking this course would be a refresher for me, but I am genuinely blown away by just how much I have learned." -- Kaitlyn W.
- "This course was helpful for me. I learned a considerable amount about writing in general as well as gaining insight into the creative aspect. I thoroughly enjoyed every assignment, in particular, that they were assessed, marked, and issued with comments. The turnaround time for the assessments provided was exceptional. I was encouraged by the regularly updated grading and having a report card for reference. The course content provided me with what I was wanting and more. Recommending your course will be a pleasure for me and I will take on another in the, not too distant future. Many Thanks." -- Peter P.
- "I found this course very helpful. I learnt a lot about the different types of writing and which forms/genres I hope to pursue. The writing prompt exercises were especially helpful, as they are a good practice to keep yourself writing when you can't think of any original ideas yourself." -- Lisa K.
- "I really enjoyed this course! I have loved writing my whole life, but I still learned a lot about different writing techniques and styles. I loved receiving the positive feedback from my tutor too. I found some of the writing assignments appropriately challenging and they forced me to put into action what I was being taught...Thank you for all of the work that went into creating this course!" -- Michaela D.
- "It really helped with positive feedback from the instructor and her quick response to my assignments." -- Deborah D.
- "Thank you so much, I feel like I've gained a lot from this course. I definitely consider it a great starting point for me to build upon and hone my craft further. Thank you, and you'll most likely see me in another writing course soon." -- Michele C.
- "I really enjoyed doing this course and the help and advice from the instructor." -- Tammy P.
- "The instructor was very fair and very timely in getting my assignments/exams back." -- Mary lee S.
- "The instructor is a blessing and was so encouraging." -- Daphne B.
- "The instructor was extremely prompt in grading assignments and provided valuable feedback." -- Randy E.
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