Creative Writing Workshop
Course Summary
Course Code: DOL4C49Y24
Start Date: Thursday 10 April 2025
Start Time and Lesson Duration: 19:00 for 2.0 hours
Duration: 1 lessons over 1 week(s)
Location: Online Live
Fee: Free Help
Description
Join us for a 2-week workshop designed to ignite your creativity and enhance your writing skills.
GUIDANCE FOR ONLINE SESSIONS
a) Online sessions are hosted via Microsoft Teams
b) A link will be sent to your email address between 1 to 24 hours prior to the session commencing
c) Please check your junk / spam folder, as sometimes the session links are sent here by your email provider
d) If you are signing up to a course less than 24 hours of the course start time, or after the first session has commenced, please enrol on the course and email aclfamilylearning@essex.gov.uk
What Qualification/level is this course?
This course does not lead to a qualification and is for personal development.
Who is the course for?
This online course is designed for those who wish to express their ideas in writing short stories. No previous experience or qualifications are required, but it is desirable to have a competent level of reading and writing English skills.
What can I expect to learn?
Topics include how to read, analyse and identify elements of short stories and to use this to inspire and develop your own story writing.
How will I learn?
You will need to have access to the internet, an email address and have use of a device where you can type your stories and comfortably take part in an online tutor led session - a camera and headphones are also desirable.
Your tutor will offer online presentations and activities. This is a practical course and you will be expected to do some writing in each lesson.
How will I know how well I am doing?
Your tutor will give you regular feedback on the work you produce during the sessions and at home.
Will I have to do any work at home?
Yes, you will be encouraged to develop your writing skills at home.
What will I need to provide?
Paper and pens plus a PC or laptop with internet connection and camera, an email address.
Are there any other costs?
No. However your tutor may recommend further reading, research and/or websites for further independent exploratory learning.
What can I do next?
Your tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. For information on ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com
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Further information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact ACLFamilyLearning@essex.gov.uk.