Writers’ Craft

Writers’ Craft EWC4U

Prerequisite: English Grade 11 University

A Grade 12 University English elective

This course emphasizes knowledge and skills related to the craft of writing. Students will analyse models of effective writing; use a workshop approach to produce a range of works; identify and use techniques required for specialized forms of writing; and identify effective ways to improve the quality of their writing.

They will also complete a major paper (creative piece such as, short story, play, movie treatment) as part of a creative or analytical independent study project and investigate opportunities for publication and for writing careers.

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Units of Study

This course studies a variety of examples to explore how to write well with each of the following:

Description

Characterization

Narration

Poetry

Non-Fiction

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Expectations

Students will engage in class discussions, readings, and personal writings to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the craft of writing.

Students will keep a weekly creative writing journal. They will tap into their creative minds and apply the skills through their personal writing.

Students will demonstrate their writing skills through the development of a major writing piece.

Students will collaborate with their peers to produce a class book filled with their own creative writing submissions.