Techniques of Nonfiction
ENGL 292
Spring 2011
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| Certificates: Writing |
This course is an introduction to contemporary creative nonfiction writing. We will analyze works of memoir, travel literature, profiles, and other essays that exemplify a range of formal approaches to the genre. The course is also an introduction to workshop procedures: Students will work on their own nonfiction in exercises, experiments, and longer essays, and they will develop a critical vocabulary for analyzing each others' writing. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Writing
In-class discussion of students' writing and opportunity for revision
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA ENGL |
| Course Format: Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (ENGL)(ENGL-Creative W)(ENGL-Literature) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Essays by George Saunders, Bernard Cooper, Maxine Hong Kingston, Vivian Gornick, Jamaica Kincaid, and Richard Rodriguez, among others
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Examinations and Assignments:
Regular short exercises, a long essay, and a final portfolio. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
May not be taken in the same semester as another writing workshop. Students are also required to attend 2-3 readings (usually scheduled on Wednesday nights) during the semester. |
| Instructor(s): Chase,Clifford Curtis Times: .M.W... 01:10PM-02:30PM; Location: FISK115; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 18 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| Seats Available: 0 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 2 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 3 | FR: 3 |
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