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y separately published work icon The Writer's Reader : A Guide to Writing Fiction and Poetry Brenda Walker (editor), Sydney : Halstead Press , 2002 Z961277 2002 anthology criticism (taught in 16 units)

Description

The unit will offer the student the opportunity to develop an existing interest and/or strength in the writing of one or more of the following: literary short fiction; poetry; prose-poetry; performance pieces. The work of established writers will be the starting point for workshops in which students will be able to explore a range of subjects and styles through class exercises. As the unit proceeds, students are expected to develop sustained original creative work.

Assessment

Creative project 1 30%

Creative project 2 50%

Workshop participation including teamwork and peer evaluation skills 20%

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