WRIT 251 Introduction to Creative Writing

General

• Analyze voice and tone in writing.
• Demonstrate original, creative writing.
• Demonstrates clearer, more effective writing through the process of revision.
• Describe and appreciate works in the arts and humanities as expressions of individual and collective values within an intellectual, cultural, historical and social context.
• Develop an appreciation for the pleasure of writing creatively in both prose and poetic form.
• Explore intellectually the ideas expressed in works in the arts and humanities.
• Interpret and respond critically to works from various cultures in the arts and humanities.
• Locate, evaluate, and synthesize in a responsible manner material from diverse sources and points of view.
• Participate effectively in groups with emphasis on listening, critical and reflective thinking, and responding.
• Understand that writing offers a human connection through intelligible language.
• Understand/demonstrate the writing process through convention, organization, drafting, revision, editing and presentation.
• Use authority, point-of-view, and individual voice and style in writing and speaking.