Short Story II

WRITING X 412.2

Create two new short stories in this workshop for writers familiar with short story basics.

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

What you can learn.

  • Analyze published stories to learn best techniques for fiction writing
  • Participate in peer critiques of story drafts to makes progress toward completion
  • Deepen your understanding of short story writing
  • Learn how to submit stories for publication

About this course:

Focusing on close textual analysis and intensive writing practice, you create two short stories and revise one in this ten-week workshop. Weekly lectures on technique, analysis of published stories and in-depth instructor, and peer critique develop and deepen your understanding of the art and craft of short story writing. Strategies for approaching the marketplace are also discussed.
Prerequisites

WRITING X 412.1 Short Story I or comparable workshop experience.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
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Instructor: Ron Darian
399410
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting November 27. 

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

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. 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 October 16, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Oct 2, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Oct 9, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Oct 16, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Oct 23, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Oct 30, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Nov 6, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Nov 13, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Nov 20, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Dec 4, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Dec 11, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Canceled
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Instructor: Wendy Oleson
399409
Fee:
$720.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. 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.
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Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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: Pete Hsu
400629
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
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Thu Jan 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Jan 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Jan 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Jan 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Feb 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Feb 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Feb 20, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Feb 27, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Mar 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
Online
Thu Mar 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Rolfe Hall 3116
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: David Borofka
400628
Fee:
$720.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. 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 January 22, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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