Dialogue and Point of View

WRITING X 462.1

This is a reading and exercise-based class designed to explore and practice dialogue, voice and point-of-view in fiction and creative nonfiction. Each week, we read sample fiction and creative nonfiction to identify how the…

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Online
In Person
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Read published works and discuss the strengths and considerations in dialogue and point of view
  • Enhance dialogue by making it an expression of character
  • Learn to identify characteristics of main narration techniques
  • Complete exercises that help your mastery of these essential techniques

About this course:

This is a reading and exercise-based class designed to explore and practice dialogue, voice and point-of-view in fiction and creative nonfiction. Each week, we read sample fiction and creative nonfiction to identify how the content is influenced by the narrative choices the writers make. We discuss how dialogue can bring characters and situations to life without imitating the hesitation or redundancy of real conversation and identify the benefits and drawbacks of narrating your work in first, second and third-person point-of-view. We explore the power of voice and the influence of narrative distance on the reader. Weekly exercises put theory into practice and help discover what works (and what doesn't) in your own writing practice.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
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Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Enrollment Closed
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Instructor: Trebor Healey
399406
Fee:
$720.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students. Internet access required. 

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required live class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 16, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Winter 2025 Schedule

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Details
Format
 
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Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Aatif Rashid
400624
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA
Notes

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

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 23, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Jan 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Jan 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Jan 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Jan 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Feb 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Feb 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Feb 20, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Feb 27, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Mar 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108
Discussion
Thu Mar 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3108

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