HS49 — High School Creative Writing
HS 49 - High School Creative Writing HS 49 - High School Creative Writing 5 Credits In this course, students explore various composition styles and experiment with writing techniques in their own writing. Students read poetry, short stories, and nonfiction texts and ask the question, “How can I use my voice creatively?” Aside from published texts, this course will also draw content from student experiences, imagination, interests, and community events. Students will have the opportunity to play with different writing genres, audiences, perspectives, and styles as they craft their own stories. Students will leave the course with a portfolio of writing in various genres. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Academic Technology Fee Quarters Typically all Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve High school completion students that are interested in exploring creative writing. This course also serves as an English elective. Active Date 20240322T08:38:43 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 30 Shared Learning Environment Yes Lecture 55 Total Degree Distributions: Course Outline Student’s in this course will: Read, analyze, and discuss texts (poetry, short stories, nonfiction) Gather writing techniques used by various authors Brainstorm and draft; practice using writing techniques Peer review workshops and community share outs Revise and incorporate feedback into writing Compile final draft portfolio Student Learning