Creative Writing & Journalism classes

 

Creative writing is a field that allows for a great deal of flexibility. This course serves as a platform for people to work on fiction,memoirs or scripts. They will learn to develop characters and to build compelling narratives. Participants will be encouraged to share their writing with the class and to give each other feedback on their work. This class is available for all levels.
 

Kids Essay Class:
Ages: 8-12yrs
Dates: 6/10/2012 - 7/29/2012
Day : Every Sunday for 8 weeks
Time : 3:30pm-4:30pm
Location: ICC, Milpitas

This class wll teach kids to craft strong and persuasive essays. Once participants learn how to structure and develop an essay, they will have the tools they need to be able to research and write on any subject. They will study examples of well written essays and do several writing excersies in this class. Register now !

Teen Journalism Class:
Ages : 13 - 18 yrs
Dates: 6/14/2012 - 8/2/2012
Day : Every Thursday for 8 weeks
Time: 5pm-6pm
Location: ICC, Milpitas
Journalism is an exciting career and a very useful craft.Journalism training equips you with strong investigate, research and reporting skills that are valuable regardless of the field ou eventually choose to enter. Journalists have exposed corruption and crime, solved mysteries and have often gone on to become best selling authors, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs. They will also learn different genres of journalism and different news writing styles. Register Now!

Adult Creative Writing :

Ages : 18+
Dates: 6/10/2012 - 7/29/2012
Day : Every Sunday for 8 weeks
Time: 2:00pm-3:30pm
Location: ICC, Milpitas

This class is designed to give novices and amateur writers an understanding of the various genres such as memoirs, short stories, and scripts. Participants will acquire the skills and techniques needed to create, structure and advance a narrative and to create compelling characters. Register now!