Capstone Creative Writing Seminar
A culminating, project-based course synthesizing creative writing skills.
Description : In this capstone seminar, students undertake a major creative writing project, integrating feedback to produce a polished body of work that showcases their advanced skills.
Category : English
Age : 12+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Foundations of Creative Writing
Section 1: Understanding Storytelling
- Lesson 1: Components of a Story – Characters, Plot, and Setting
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Components of a Story – Characters, Plot, and Setting
- Lesson 2: What Makes a Story Compelling?
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: What Makes a Story Compelling?
Section 2: Basics of Narrative Structure
- Lesson 1: The Beginning: Setting the Stage
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: The Beginning: Setting the Stage
- Lesson 2: The Middle: Building Conflict and Climax
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: The Middle: Building Conflict and Climax
Section 3: Characters and Their Roles
- Lesson 1: Creating Relatable Characters
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating Relatable Characters
- Lesson 2: Character Motivation and Development
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Character Motivation and Development
Section 4: The Art of Dialogue
- Lesson 1: Writing Natural Dialogue
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Writing Natural Dialogue
- Lesson 2: Using Dialogue to Reveal Character
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Using Dialogue to Reveal Character
Section 5: Cultivating a Writer’s Voice
- Lesson 1: Discovering Your Unique Perspective
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Discovering Your Unique Perspective
- Lesson 2: Exercises to Develop Personal Style
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Exercises to Develop Personal Style
Module 2: Elements of Creative Expression
Section 1: Exploring Genre and Style
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Genre Conventions
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Genre Conventions
- Lesson 2: Understanding Style and Tone
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding Style and Tone
Section 2: Imagery and Descriptive Techniques
- Lesson 1: The Power of Sensory Details
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: The Power of Sensory Details
- Lesson 2: Using Metaphors and Similes Effectively
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Metaphors and Similes Effectively
Section 3: Building Settings and Worlds
- Lesson 1: Creating Vivid Settings
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating Vivid Settings
- Lesson 2: Establishing a Believable World
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Establishing a Believable World
Section 4: The Role of Conflict and Tension
- Lesson 1: Identifying Conflict in a Story
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identifying Conflict in a Story
- Lesson 2: Creating and Sustaining Tension
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating and Sustaining Tension
Section 5: Perspective and Narration
- Lesson 1: First-Person and Third-Person Narratives
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: First-Person and Third-Person Narratives
- Lesson 2: Choosing the Right Narrative Voice
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Choosing the Right Narrative Voice
Module 3: Writing Techniques and Processes
Section 1: Planning and Outlining
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming and Idea Generation
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Brainstorming and Idea Generation
- Lesson 2: Crafting a Story Outline
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Crafting a Story Outline
Section 2: Drafting Your Work
- Lesson 1: Approaching the First Draft
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Approaching the First Draft
- Lesson 2: Maintaining Writing Momentum
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Maintaining Writing Momentum
Section 3: Revision Techniques
- Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Self-Editing
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Self-Editing
- Lesson 2: Effective Peer Review Practices
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Effective Peer Review Practices
Section 4: Incorporating Feedback
- Lesson 1: Evaluating Constructive Criticism
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Evaluating Constructive Criticism
- Lesson 2: Applying Revisions Based on Feedback
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Applying Revisions Based on Feedback
Section 5: Developing a Writing Routine
- Lesson 1: Time Management for Writers
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Time Management for Writers
- Lesson 2: Building Consistent Writing Habits
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Building Consistent Writing Habits
Module 4: Crafting the Story
Section 1: Plot Development
- Lesson 1: Structuring Your Story Arc
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Structuring Your Story Arc
- Lesson 2: Integrating Subplots Effectively
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Integrating Subplots Effectively
Section 2: Conflict Resolution
- Lesson 1: Understanding Different Types of Conflict
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding Different Types of Conflict
- Lesson 2: Crafting Satisfying Resolutions
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Crafting Satisfying Resolutions
Section 3: Themes and Symbolism
- Lesson 1: Identifying Central Themes
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identifying Central Themes
- Lesson 2: Using Symbols to Enhance Meaning
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Symbols to Enhance Meaning
Section 4: Pacing Your Narrative
- Lesson 1: Balancing Action with Reflection
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Balancing Action with Reflection
- Lesson 2: Adjusting the Pace for Dramatic Effect
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Adjusting the Pace for Dramatic Effect
Section 5: Editing for Coherence
- Lesson 1: Ensuring Consistency in Plot and Character
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Ensuring Consistency in Plot and Character
- Lesson 2: Final Proofreading Strategies
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Final Proofreading Strategies
Module 5: Preparing Your Capstone Project
Section 1: Project Planning and Proposal
- Lesson 1: Defining Your Creative Writing Project
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining Your Creative Writing Project
- Lesson 2: Crafting a Detailed Project Proposal
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Crafting a Detailed Project Proposal
Section 2: Writing the First Version
- Lesson 1: Drafting the Initial Version of Your Project
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Drafting the Initial Version of Your Project
- Lesson 2: Early Integration of Feedback
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Early Integration of Feedback
Section 3: Workshopping Your Draft
- Lesson 1: Participating in Peer Review Sessions
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Participating in Peer Review Sessions
- Lesson 2: Revising Based on Peer Insights
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Revising Based on Peer Insights
Section 4: Final Revision and Editing
- Lesson 1: Polishing Your Narrative for Clarity
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Polishing Your Narrative for Clarity
- Lesson 2: Preparing the Final Manuscript
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Preparing the Final Manuscript
Section 5: Presentation and Reflection
- Lesson 1: Presenting Your Work to an Audience
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Presenting Your Work to an Audience
- Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Creative Process and Lessons Learned
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Creative Process and Lessons Learned