02 Mar, 2009
Start Writing Fiction With The Open University
Posted by: Jennifer Mattern In: Writing / Literature
Course / Program Name: Start Writing Fiction
Hosted by / Sponsored by: The Open University
Course of Study: Writing / Literature
Course Link: Take this course.
Description: This free online course is offered by the UK’s The Open University. It’s an introductory level fiction writing course, and is expected to take approximately 12 hours to complete the 11 lessons spread across the following four units:
- Introduction – An introductory look at characters and settings
- Character – Lessons on creating deeper characters, including sources for character inspiration
- Setting – Understanding the role of a story’s setting as antagonist
- Genre – An introduction to the many genres of fiction writing
The course also includes an online glossary of terms.