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2026-2027 DCTC Catalog 
  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog

ENGL 1300 - Introduction to Creative Writing



3 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of creative writing. the focus is on fiction and poetry; nonfiction and screenwriting may be covered as well.

Major Content Areas
Create believable fictional plots.

Create believable fictional dialogue.

Describe settings vividly in fiction.

Work with symbolism and metaphors in figurative language.

Work with figurative language allusion.

Work with poetry rhyme.

Work with poetry rhythm.

Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate descriptive writing skills.

Use effective sentence structure.

Organize their writing effectively.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
06 - Humanities/Fine Arts

01 - Communication