Mastering Literary Arts: A Comprehensive Writing Course

Narrative Arcs and Archetypes: A Study of Storytelling in non-fictions and novella

Created byAbhinav Raj

Last updated 9/2024

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What you'll learn

An in-depth study of literary forms and genres, understanding their evolution.
Comparative analyses of modern works, tracing the dialogues between past and present.
Digital Literature and New Media
Critical Theoretical Approaches:

Course content

1 section • 9 lectures • 31m total length

Introduction8:30
Apply design thinking as a non-linear, iterative writing method with 3 to 7 features to shape clear, engaging narratives, drawing on Homer’s Odyssey themes of identity and heroism.
Introduction to Expressions9:06
Explore core literary devices such as alliteration, allusion, anaphora, assonance, metaphor, meter and more, with definitions and examples that illuminate rhythm, tone, and imagery.
Introduction to Critical-reading2:31
Explore how poetic tools such as alliteration, imagery, and comparisons illuminate a 1920s literary piece, guiding critical reading and literary analysis in discussion.
Introduction to Critical-reading2:02
Read together to analyze how poetry uses metaphor, imagery, and devices like personification, simile, allusion, alliteration, and enjambment. Learn to identify chiasmus and other rhythmic techniques shaping meaning.
Introduction to Collaborative learning1:34
Engage with collaborative learning to explore literature across languages and the importance of reading and writing, through Omniglot, the online encyclopedia of writing systems and languages.
Introduction to Collaborative learning1:49
Explore typing accented letters, understanding constructed scripts and languages, and using Omniglot’s alphabetical index, hi native forum, and memories for scenario-based and video-based learning with GPT.
Importance of Literature1:30
Explore what literature is and why it matters, including fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction, and how literature fosters cultural understanding, reflects human experience, and expresses ideas through language.
Importance of Literature1:58
Explore symbolism and metaphor in literature, and how direct characterization reveals characters, while examining historical perspectives from Dickens to Gatsby and The Color Purple to promote empathy and critical thinking.
Importance of Literature2:32
Develop proficiency in literature through close reading, themes, and literary devices, then read classics and international authors, study award winners, and practice critical discussion.

Requirements

A prior experience is mandatory.

Description

Start an enriching voyage through the vast terrains of literature with "The Literary Odyssey." Designed for the ardent literature enthusiast, this course explores seminal works across epochs, cultures, and genres. From the epic grandeur of ancient classics to avid modern writers, students will delve into the heart of storytelling and poetic expression. Through a curated syllabus, participants will engage with masterpieces of literature, poetry, drama, and beyond, the intricate layers of theme, form, and language. This journey is not just about reading; it's about cultivating a profound appreciation for the literary arts and honing one's analytical and interpretive skills.

Key highlights include:

1. An in-depth study of literary forms and genres, understanding their evolution.

2. Comparative analyses of classic and modern works, tracing the dialogues between past and present.

3. Interactive discussions that encourage diverse perspectives and critical thinking.

4. Digital Literature and New Media: The impact of digital technology on literary forms and genres, examining how the digital times have given rise to new forms of storytelling, such as interactive fiction, hypertext novels, and poetry. Understand how these new forms challenge traditional authorship, narrative, and reader engagement notions.

5. Critical Theoretical Approaches: Various critical theories deepen the understanding of literary forms and genres. This could include using theory to examine the representation across different genres or utilizing ecocriticism to learn how literature reflects and influences human relationships with the natural world.

6. Interactive discussions that encourage participants to engage actively with the material. This could involve collaborative projects that allow participants to create their literary works in response to the forms and genres studied, or debate sessions where participants defend or critique the relevance of classic works in the modern world.

Who this course is for:

Aspiring novelists, writers and fellow learners