Writing the Review

WRITING X 424.25E

Learn to write professional-level critiques of movies, TV, books, and other art as you develop your critical eye and build language that captures your perspective.

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Remote
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Learn the art of criticism the way professionals examine and report on work of all kinds
  • Read work by established critics to understand how to develop your voice and perspective
  • Explore various multimedia platforms where your criticism can flourish
  • Sharpen your critical faculties to become a respected critic in your field

About this course:

Everybody’s a critic, or so they say. When you can share any and every opinion on social media, what makes professionally published reviews special? Why should one person’s take on a movie, TV show, book or other piece of art matter more than yours or mine? But the truth lies in the opposite: When everyone has a platform to offer their opinion, learning the true art of criticism is all the more important for standing out. In this course, we learn how to effectively and compellingly crafted cultural critiques, with units on film, TV, books, literature and more. We read reviews by professional critics while exploring the different multimedia platforms criticism can live on today. The focus of this class is on sharpening your critical faculties and developing your voice as a writer, with the ultimate goal of finding your space as a respected critic.

Spring 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
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Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Erik Gleibermann
396686
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Apr 10, 2024
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 24, 2024
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Apr 10, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Apr 17, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Apr 24, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 1, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 8, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 15, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 22, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 29, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jun 5, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jun 12, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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398219
Fee:
$720.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 17, 2024
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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