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COUnts as an english writing credit
COUnts as an english writing credit
In Creative Writing B, students explore the art of memoir by writing about meaningful moments and personal experiences that have shaped who they are. Through a series of reflective writing pieces, students will craft snapshot scenes, write about influential people in their lives, and examine turning points that reveal personal growth or change. The course emphasizes the use of vivid details, strong voice, and thoughtful reflection to bring real-life experiences to life on the page. Throughout the course, students will revise and refine their work, building toward a culminating memoir chapter that tells a powerful story of personal change.
Topic 1: Snapshot Moments: Writing in Small Scenes
Students learn how to bring a moment to life on the page using sensory detail, vivid imagery, and the skill of “showing” rather than “telling.”
Topic 2: People Who Shaped Me: Character & Reflection
Students learn how to portray real people with depth, nuance, and authenticity in writing.
Topic 3: Turning Points: Structuring a Personal Narrative
Students learn how to shape a personal story with a clear narrative arc, intentional pacing, and emotional movement.
Topic 4: Culminating Memoir Chapter: A Story Of Change
Students bring together all the skills learned in the course—writing strong scenes, developing real people as characters, reflecting on meaning, and shaping a clear story arc—to create a polished memoir chapter.
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