NTU Reg No: 200604393R. Copyright National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE/NTU), Singapore

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Course synopsis

Creative writing, whether in “fiction” or “non-fiction,” is part and parcel of the English language curriculum in Singapore and around the world. The course will engage teachers of English language and literature in the very processes of creative writing that they would have their own students engage in. Practical experience in, along with theoretical and research knowledge of, the craft of writing, can help teachers reflect critically on their own pedagogical approaches in the composition classroom.

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Objective
At the end of the course, students should know:

  • what elements are important in the making of a story

  • what the difference is between a story that is one-dimensional and a story that has heart and psychological depth

  • how to use critical dimensions of ‘creative writing’ as a pedagogical tool

Outline
Week 1: Introduction to Creative Non-Fiction Writing
Perspectives and Point of View
Elements of storytelling
 
Week 2: Creative non-fiction writing
Travelogues: Places and Journeys
 
Week 3: Creative non-fiction writing
Biographies & Human Interest Stories
 
Week 4: Introduction to Fiction – Short Story Prose
The Elements of a Good Short Story
 
Week 5:  Food Fiction
 
Week 6: Youth Fiction
 
Week 7: Historical Fiction
 
Week 8: Revision as a Tool for Writers and Writing
 
Week 9: Independent Learning/Field trip/ Consultation on Portfolio
 
Week 10 & 11 : Creative Writing as a Pedagogical Tool in the Language Classroom
 
Week 12: Field trip/ Consultation on Portfolio

Note: Do get yourself a good writing journal and a pen. You will be handwriting a lot of notes. Do also bring your laptop to class to write.

Course fee
MOE Educators*Public
Full course feeS$520.00S$4,120.00
Nett course feeS$520.00S$4,120.00
9% GST on nett course feeS$46.80S$370.80
Copyright feeS$1.09S$1.09
Total nett course fee payable, including GST and copyright feeS$567.89S$4,491.89

*MOE Educators include MOE & Direct Hire Staff from Independent, Specialised Independent and Specialised Schools.

Pre-requisite

  • A good Bachelor’s degree related to English Language or Literature from a recognised university, or a relevant NTU FlexiMasters with good grades

  • A teaching qualification such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education, Singapore or at least ONE year of relevant working experience in education

  • For international applicants, TOEFL or IELTS is required.

Who should attend
English language teaching professionals and people with a keen interest in creative writing.

Overview

Duration:

52 hours

Course date(s):

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Subject:
English Language and Literature

Who should attend:

English language teaching professionals and people with a keen interest in creative writing.

Instructor(s):

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Enquiries:

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