Creative Writing: Story, Conflict, Plotting and Dialogue
Course details
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Q00019485Course date
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How you'll learn
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OnlineLevel of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your ̨Íåswag, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic ̨Íåswag and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of ̨Íåswag. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and ̨Íåswag in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic ̨Íåswag or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and ̨Íåswag you have in this subject, applying your ̨Íåswag and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
This comprehensive course, delves into the art of writing dramatic narratives, focusing on the essential elements of story development, conflict, plotting and dialogue. Participants will learn to construct engaging stories, create, and resolve conflict, developing intricate plots and write dynamic dialogue. The course combines theoretical insights with practical exercises to enhance both creative and technical writing ̨Íåswag. These will be explored via various in-class exercises and Homework assignments covering the elements that go to make up well-written drama for either Scripts, Novels or Radio Plays.
The course covers:
The foundations of storytelling with key components of narrative structure and developing engaging characters and settings.
Exploring Conflict in Drama: Types of conflict: internal, external and relational. Techniques for escalating and resolving conflict and analysing conflict in classic and contemporary dramas.
Mastering Dialogue; Techniques for writing realistic and purposeful dialogue. Differentiating character voices and using dialogue to reveal character. Dialogue ‘s role in advancing the plot and creating tension.
Integrating Elements for Impactful Drama: Synthesising story, conflict, plotting and dialogue.
Hands-on workshops and peer feedback sessions. Strategies for revising and refining dramatic narratives.
By the end of this course, you will be, equipped with tools to create, and manage dramatic conflict effectively.
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