Course Catalog

ENG323E Non-Fiction and Scriptwriting (3 credits) 9634

No online component. Cost is $1,125.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introductory course and workshop in the instruction and practice of writing non-fiction and scriptwriting. The course is taken through a partnership between Christian Writers Guild (CWG) and TUFWO. This course utilizes the third section of the CWG Apprentice level course (chapters selected from lessons 25-38) and is adapted for a semester-based time frame. Guest students may request a six-month extension if needed.

Prerequisite: ENG313E Article Writing I and ENG314E Article Writing II or permission of instructor

LEARNING RESULTS
The learner will be able to:

• Understand the writing craft as it pertains to writing works of non-fiction and screenplays.
• Gain an understanding of different styles and techniques of non-fiction writing and screenplays.
• Become a competent self-editor.

REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS
What’s Your Story? Section Three: Books and Screenwriting. Les Stobbe, Editor-in-Chief. 2002, 2006. Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writers Guild: Colorado Springs, CO.

All required material obtained through Christian Writers Guild.

INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING
Through a collaborative agreement between CWG and TUFWO, the third section of the “What’s Your Story?” writing course offered by CWG can be taken for academic credit through Taylor. The integration of an authentic Christian faith and writing skills in a multitude of venues is stressed in this course. Emphasis is placed on developing excellent professional writing and strong critical thinking skills, and working with integrity and high ethical standards.

LEARNING DOCUMENTATION
(From CWG Apprentice Section Three. Numbers in parentheses indicate corresponding CWG lessons.)

1. (A25) The Nonfiction Book: Preliminary Considerations
2. (A26) The Nonfiction Book: Getting Started
3. (A27) The Nonfiction Book: Developing the Theme
4. (A28) The Nonfiction Book: Building in Life Change
5. (A29) The Nonfiction Book: Marketing Your Book Idea
6. (A31) Writing for Children
7. (A34) Writing Church Drama
8. (A35) Writing for Film: Screenwriting vs. Prose
9. (A36) Writing for Film: Structuring Your Sreenplay
10. (A37) Writing for Film: Formatting Your Screenplay

Also: Academic Track supplemental text readings
Several revisions of selected book and screenplay assignments

Note: Several chapters included in the CWG course workbook are not included in assignments for this course; however, we recommend you read over these sections for your own benefit and understanding.

LEARNING EVALUATION
The student works through the third section of the “What’s Your Story?” course by submitting assignments given at the conclusion of each lesson and additional academic track readings . These lessons are graded by CWG mentor-professors who are experienced writers and teachers. At the conclusion of the course, your work will be forwarded to Taylor University by CWG for grade confirmation and any necessary work evaluation. A final grade will be entered on an official Taylor University transcript.

Registration is handled by TUFWO. Once you register, TUFWO will contact Christian Writers Guild and your course materials and instructor/mentor information will be sent to you by CWG.