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Whether you're working on something traditional or hard-boiled, a thriller or police procedural, this course will help you develop a compelling opening to your book. You'll deepen your knowledge of the genre and accelerate your reading. Weekly discussions and assignments will focus on the hero's journey, antagonists and other characters, point-of-view, dialogue, setting, plot, outlining, revision and more. Your first chapter will be reviewed in a supportive, constructive way by your instructor and your peers. Understand what makes a good mystery or suspense novel - and what it takes to write one. Adopt practical techniques to research, outline and draft a story. Emerge with the opening chapter of a book and a proposed outline for further development. Gain a better idea of what agents and publishers want.

This course is the first step in the children's writing stream of the Certificate in Creative Writing. You'll explore the vibrant world of children's literature, absorb basic literary technique and emerge with a draft of a picture book, story or opening chapter. You'll meet a community of writers working in your genre and pick up advanced tips on writing picture books, chapter books, middle grade novels and young adult fiction. There will also be a primer on how to get published. Understand the structure and techniques of telling stories for children.Know trends and innovations in Canadian children's literature.Understand the publishing process.Complete a draft of a picture book or early reader, or the opening chapter of a middle grade or young adult novel.

Creating a good picture book requires the storytelling ability of a novelist and the attention to language of a poet. In this second-level course, you'll learn from an award-winning author, share your work with other participants, and emerge with drafts of two or three picture book manuscripts. Many great picture book examples will be used. You will write in both traditional and original forms, learn how to avoid common mistakes, and develop a deeper understanding of how words and pictures can combine into a perfect whole. Revising and editing as well as submitting your work to publishers will be discussed. Identify and create compelling stories that appeal to child readers. Know how to tell an engaging story in a few words. Understand the balance between words and pictures. Emerge with the polished draft of your own picture book. Structure a text to publishers' standards.

Contemporary romantic-comedy is having a renaissance in today's book marketplace, and the genre has never been more widely read. From bestselling authors like Emily Henry, Ali Hazelwood, Anna Todd, and Sophie Kinsella, to BookTok sensations like Colleen Hoover, there are stories for any reader from eighteen to eighty. Through workshops and discussion, writers will explore what makes rom-com tick--whether that's playing with tropes, ensuring your meet-cute sings, creating tension on the page, or grappling with your happily ever after. Learners will finish the course with one fully polished chapter and a complete outline for further development down the line.   Learn the conventions of Contemporary Romantic Comedy. A finished outline to work on later. A polished chapter of your novel. Receive feedback on your writing. Join a community of writers interested in writing Contemporary Rom-Com.

This course is designed to help you create high-quality, long-form journalism for newspapers and magazines, both traditional and digital. You'll acquire the tools to craft compelling feature-length articles and learn how to pitch your best ideas. Learn how to interview subjects, structure a narrative and self-edit. Classes will mix short lectures on various aspects of writing with group discussions and workshops that provide constructive feedback. With real-life examples, the course will show you how to turn your successful magazine piece into a sellable book proposal.  Know how to write successfully for the periodical industry. Understand the differences between newspaper and magazine features. Understand the structure and essential elements of a compelling feature story. Know the start-to-finish steps for pitching and writing a feature.

Most authors get book deals only after they’ve made contacts in the publishing industry, have gotten short pieces published in reputable magazines, and/or have won writing contests. In this course, you’ll how learn how to network with gatekeepers in traditional publishing, how and where to submit short pieces of writing, which writing contests to enter, how to start building an audience for your work, how to decide if self-publishing is right for you, how to apply for grants, and how to query agents and editors. By the end of the course, you will have an overview of how the publishing business works and a roadmap for your own path to publication. Explore well-respected literary magazines and writing contests. Learn to write cover letters, query letters, grant applications, and proposals. Find out about large and independent presses, including pros and cons of each. Discover how to build relationships with your audience and with publishing gatekeepers. Investigate the world of self-publishing, including hybrid and assisted self-publishing companies.

Your memoir is the story only you can tell. It can be the tale of a life well lived or the story of a year in a Mexican jail. This course is for anyone who wants to write a memoir, whether for publication or simply to record stories for family and friends. You'll learn the skills of writing a memoir, emerge with one or two chapters of your own, and meet a community of writers working in your genre. Choose personal stories that would make good reading. Develop tools and techniques that will help you outline a story. Begin or continue your memoir.

This course is for you if you’ve completed the SCS Korean Level III or have equivalent language skills that include basic grammar and conversation. This course is designed for elementary-level learners (A2 on the CEFR grid). Continue to improve your speaking skills and your ability to handle real-world situations by engaging in-class tasks integrating listening, speaking, reading and writing in a culturally appropriate manner. By course end, you’ll be able to discuss your hobbies, managing everyday conversation such as at restaurants, shopping, and phone calls. Understand the main point of some TV shows when the delivery is clear. Connect phrases in order to describe more complex personal experiences and events. Write personal letters describing your experiences and impressions.

This Level IV course is designed for those who have completed one intermediate level course (Level III) or have equivalent language skills.  You continue to improve your speaking skills and  your ability to handle real-world situations.  By course end, you will be able to relate past, present and future experiences, give explanations, negotiate, and express views and opinions. Become more fluent in oral and written communication in areas of immediate experience. Adhere better to social and cultural etiquette in communications.

Project management skills are essential as they enable organizations to adapt, innovate, and solve business challenges, aligning with their strategic goals and delivering value to customers. In today's dynamic business environment, employers seek proficient project team members and leaders who combine business acumen with practical project management methodologies. This includes a blend of traditional and contemporary approaches such as agile, iterative, incremental, and waterfall, allowing for flexible adaptation to each unique project. Integrating AI into project management, this course offers practical exercises and collaborative opportunities to master key strategies, processes, and tools. Participants will learn to leverage AI technologies to enhance project planning, execution, and monitoring, ensuring more efficient and effective project outcomes. By understanding the fundamentals of project management, along with AI applications, you'll gain the skills necessary to drive success and achieve excellence in your projects. Whether aspiring to become a professional project manager or enhancing your current role with these critical skills, this course is your starting point towards mastering the art of project management in the digital age. •    Evaluate the advantages of different approaches (agile, traditional, hybrid) to implement projects •    Design initiation documents that include all necessary elements •    Create project scope, schedule, cost baselines, and product and sprint backlog with a release plan •    Identify and analyze project stakeholders and their communication needs •    Identify, analyze, and formulate responses to project risks •    Manage project quality, change, and close projects successfully •    Apply key project management tools, techniques, and processes, including AI