Summer Course: Fiction Writing Online

An online workshop course that explores the ways in which writers of fiction have used language to examine the world, create compelling characters, and move readers. We will begin by studying a selection of stories that demonstrate the many techniques writers use to create fictional worlds; we'll use these stories as models for writing exercises and short assignments, leading to a full story draft. We will study figurative language, character and setting development, and dramatic structure, among other elements of story craft. Then, each student will submit a full draft and receive feedback from the instructor and his/her classmates. This course is taught entirely online but retains the feel of a traditional classroom. Optional synchronous elements such as discussion and virtual office hours provide the student with direct interaction with both the instructor and his/her classmates. Feedback on written work ¿ both offered to and given by the student ¿ is essential to the course and creates class rapport.

Details

ENGLISH 90V

• Class Number: 23608
• Course Cost: $6860.00
• Population: Undergraduate
• Units: 5
• Interest Area: Writing and Public Speaking
• Course Format & Length: Online, 8 weeks
• Instructors: Whitmore, R.
• Dates: June 22, 2024 - August 18, 2024
• Schedule: Monday/Wednesday 3:30 pm-5:20 pm

Events and Engagement

Workshops

Hosted through the Summer Academic Resource Center (SARC), we offer a variety of educational workshops to complement your academic pursuits. Presenters varying from Stanford affiliates, community partners, and graduate tutors will cover a wide range of topics from academic skills to career exploration. Past workshops included college preparedness, software exploration, and building your professional network.

Stanford Spaces

Explore the intellectual ecosystem of the Stanford campus. Tour museums like the Cantor Arts Center, visit unique campus spaces like the d.school, Frost Amphitheater, and O’Donohue Family Farm, and get to know the unique community of companies and innovators that gather at Stanford Research Park.

Stanford Voices

These small gatherings give you an opportunity to connect with Stanford faculty, fellows, and alumni to hear about their work or research, as well as the road that brought them there. Ask questions and continue your intellectual exploration—whether you're taking a course on the topic this summer or just curious.

How It Works

Apply to attend our 8-week program Receive and accept your admission Register for courses when enrollment opens in April Attend as a Residential or Commuter student

Join a global community of students at one of the world’s leading institutions of research and learning. As the only opportunity to study abroad at Stanford University, Summer Session helps students take on challenging academics for college credit while balancing educational and social activities. Explore a new academic area, connect with students from over 50 countries, discover your passion, or find your way to change the world. Whatever path you choose, you’ll have a learning experience that makes a true and lasting impact.

Note: Students do not apply for a specific class or course of study.

How It Works

• Apply to attend our 8-week program.
• Receive and accept your admission.
• Register for courses when enrollment opens in April.
• Attend as a Residential or Commuter student.

Why Stanford Summer Session?

Learn

Engage in dynamic classroom experience with world-class faculty and an impressive group of peers. Add Stanford to your university experience with courses in a variety of areas that get students actively engaged in the application of theory to real-world experiences.

Innovate

Stanford’s position at the hub of American technology and innovation is part of every student’s experience on campus. The spirit of Silicon Valley drives our summer programming, with special opportunities and courses focused on entrepreneurship and building the future.

Explore

Enjoy extracurricular activities and quintessentially Stanford events—from fountain hopping, to talks from world-class faculty—inviting you to experience the variety of opportunities available on campus and in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area of California.