Learn about the working methods and techniques that helped make Shakespeare one of the most well-known writers in history
Review brief excerpts of Shakespeare's works to identify his unique traits and tropes
Get insight into how subsequent writers have employed Shakespeare's techniques in their work
Develop an understanding of how your work and methods can be inspired by Shakespeare
About this course:
How did Shakespeare write some of the greatest works the world has known? Thanks to recent research, we know a lot about his working methods and techniques. Through lectures and Q & A, this course makes the master’s tools available to you. We’ll look at brief excerpts from the Bard himself and a diverse array of artists who used the same tools, including Howlin’ Wolf and Charles Dickens. This course is suitable for writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, and more. No special background required.
This course is part of a large lecture series and does not include workshopping of student writing. It is ideal for those who wish to gain knowledge in a particular subject area without the concerns of receiving credit. Grades are calculated based on quizzes and exams. These courses cannot be applied to certificate completion at UCLA Extension.
Winter 2025 Schedule
Date & Time
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Wednesday 6:00PM - 7:30PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
Enrollment limited to 50 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 January 22, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Jan 8, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jan 15, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jan 22, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jan 29, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 5, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 12, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 19, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 26, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Mar 5, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Mar 12, 2025
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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