Essentials of Writing Essays
X32.9033
/ $545
SPRING 2010
Continuing Education:
Writing and Speech
For writers seeking to improve their skills, the essay is demanding but fertile ground. An essay topic can be personal reminiscence, political argument, scientific explanation--nearly anything, in fact. And essays can be found nearly everywhere: in books and magazines, newspaper op-eds, even blogs. So what makes an essay an essay? In addition to reading published essays as models of the form, discuss and practice the full range of nonfiction craft, from brainstorming ideas to the structuring of sentences, arguments, and narratives, all in a supportive workshop environment.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: a solid foundation in grammar and writing mechanics.
Elective for Communication certificate.
This course is applicable toward:
Related Subject Areas: Nonfiction Writing, Writing Basics, Writing
Course Materials
Section 1
Tuesday 6:45pm-8:45pm
February 9 - April 20
No class 3/16
10 Sessions
Instructor:
Randolph Burgess
Location: Washington Square
