CRWT20020

Learning Outcomes:

At the conclusion of this module students will be able to:

1. Generate original compositions in both prose and poetry.
2. Provide constructive criticism to the creative writing of their peers.
3. Revise their own creative writing.
4. Begin to reflect critically on their own practice as a creative writer.
5. Demonstrate an intermediate knowledge of the codes and conventions of a variety of genres.
6. Work effectively and participate workshops.

Indicative Module Content:

This module centres upon practical work designed to develop the skills appropriate to the undergraduate study of creative writing. These skills will be focused in the following areas: the analysis and use of published writing; language and style; seminar/workshop practice; and habits of writing, self-reflection and revision. Workshop exercises will allow students to establish guidelines for constructive participation and encourage co-operation and self-reflection. Reading and assignments will be emailed to you each week and / or posted on Brightspace.

Student Effort Hours:

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.

Module Requisites and Incompatibles

Assessment Strategy

As part of UCD's student support, under the Additional Consideration policy, extensions may be available for the following assessments in the module: Assignment (including essay/poster), Portfolio, Reflective Assignment, Report(s), and Individual Project.

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment