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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Creative Writing: The Craft of Plot by Wesleyan University

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About the Course

In this course aspiring writers will be introduced to perhaps the most elemental and often the most challenging element of story: plot. We will learn what keeps it moving, how it manipulates our feelings, expectations, and desires. We will examine the choices storytellers make to snag our imaginations, drag them into a fictional world, and keep them there. We will learn how to outline and structure a plot, discuss narrative arc, pacing and reversals and reveal the inevitable surprise: connecting the beginning, middle and end....

Top reviews

DA

Nov 30, 2016

Great course to take as the first step in the sequence of the "Creative Writing" certification. Exercises are fun, professor provides useful methodology, load is manageable for someone with a day job.

SD

Jul 13, 2020

It seems easy at the start; give it a week or two and you will be very surprised -- with yourself and your reaction to the feedback.

The instructions are easy to follow, the insights are priceless.

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By Amanda C

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Aug 15, 2016

Brando Skyhorse is a well spoken instructor. Well done.

By Cierra K

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Jul 12, 2023

I found him and what he taught to be extremely helpful

By Mohamad N

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May 9, 2023

It was a great journey. Thanks for the great teaching.

By Negin S B

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Jan 11, 2023

Great fluent and simple explanations. Good assignments

By Aisha M

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Oct 8, 2022

This course helps me how to begin story step by step

By Deleted A

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Feb 12, 2021

I loved this course and found the information helpful.

By Rodrigo P d l G

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Aug 28, 2020

Esta clase pide algo más de dedicación del estudiante.

By Manojj D

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Jul 4, 2020

A wonderful course for beginners! Absolutely helpful!.

By Brooke B

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Jul 14, 2019

I loved every video and writing exercise. Well taught!

By Luis A P T

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Feb 4, 2019

Super great! I have learned a lot. Highly recommended.

By Maggie M

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Jan 4, 2019

LOVED IT. Very practical and grounding. Inspiring too.

By D'Andra L

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Oct 27, 2018

The best out of all the courses in the specialization.

By Patricia A

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Dec 20, 2017

Really liked the 21-point checklist to revise my work.

By Tina M

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Jul 26, 2017

I thought this was a great class. Highly recommend it.

By Naresh K

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Jun 28, 2022

Easy to understand the structure of basic writing :)

By Rupa J

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May 23, 2020

This is the best course I did on Coursera, Thank You!

By Carlos L H

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Mar 30, 2020

EXCEPCIONAL CURSO.

MUCHAS GRACIAS POR ESTA OPORTUNIDAD

By Samson-Grace I A

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Jul 15, 2019

I thought I knew till I took this course. Insightful!

By Fran C

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Jul 1, 2018

Highly enjoyed this introduction to creative writing.

By arya k s

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Oct 14, 2017

Its a great course. Simple, precise great and useful.

By Aisha K

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Jun 28, 2016

Excellent skill-building, even for the novice writer!

By Elise B

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Jun 15, 2020

Awesome course, had a lot of fun! Great assignments.

By Vicente E S O

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May 14, 2020

excelent way to begin in the art of crafting a story

By fernando g u

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Apr 18, 2020

Demasiados pruebas escritas para mi nivel de ingles

By Jack D

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Mar 30, 2020

Amazing course, very informative and well presented!